There's more to podcasting than interviews! Find quirks and lean into them! Today Sam guides you through different podcast formats, including interviews, solo hosted shows, narrative storytelling, and round table discussions. Sam discusses the pros and cons of each format, offering insights on how to decide the best fit based on your strengths, resources, and goals. Your format choice is an amazing opportunity to be unique and to create your own genre.

Key Topics Discussed:

Introduction to Podcast Formats: Sam explains why choosing the right format is essential for effectively communicating your message and achieving your podcasting goals.

Interview-Based Podcasts: Exploring the dynamics, benefits, and challenges of conducting interviews with guests. Tips on managing schedules and keeping content fresh and engaging.

Solo Hosted Shows: The advantages of having complete control over your content and the importance of discipline and accountability in maintaining quality.

Narrative Storytelling: The power of storytelling in raising awareness and inspiring action. Insights on the complexity and resources required to produce high-quality narrative podcasts.

Round Table Discussions: The potential for dynamic and thought-provoking conversations with multiple guests, along with the logistical challenges involved.

Hybrid Formats: Combining elements from different formats to create a unique and flexible podcasting approach that suits your strengths and resources.

Additional Considerations:

Playing to Your Strengths: Evaluating your skills and resources to determine the best format for you.

Understanding Your Audience: Aligning your podcast format with the needs and interests of your target listeners.

Experimentation and Adaptation: Encouraging podcasters to try different formats and refine their approach based on feedback and results.

Quotes from the Episode:

"How you say it is just as important as what you say."

"Interview-based shows are good if you want to position yourself as a source of authority in your industry."

"The success of the show requires that your insights are resonating with people."

"Narrative storytelling podcasts allow so much room for art and character and personal flair."

"If you have genuinely valuable insights and knowledge on your industry that you're eager to share, then why aren't you running a regular solo show?"

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Resources Mentioned:

Check out John Ronson's "The Last Days of August" for an excellent example of narrative storytelling in podcasting.

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