In this podcast episode, Michelle Frechette and Matt Medeiros discuss the importance of being a good podcast guest. They emphasize the need for high-quality audio, preparation, and engaging conversation. They advise against using built-in microphones or AirPods and suggest investing in a good microphone. They also stress the importance of avoiding sales pitches and providing informative, engaging answers. They highlight the need for guests to understand the podcast and its audience, and to promote the episode after its release. They also mention the rise of YouTube as a podcast platform and the value of establishing rapport with the host.

Top Takeaways:

• Preparation is Key: Guests should research the podcast, its audience, and the host's style to provide unique, engaging content. Tailoring answers and having multiple perspectives on common questions can make a significant difference.
• Engage and Collaborate: Guests should build rapport and collaboration with hosts, understanding it's a partnership. Being responsive, timely, and cooperative, even in providing necessary information after the interview, is crucial.
• Authenticity and Value: Guests need to be genuine, sharing their unique expertise without trying to be someone they're not. They should focus on offering value—be it entertainment, education, or information—to the audience.
• Technical Preparation: Good audio quality is a must. Using a quality microphone and wearing headphones during the interview significantly improves the recording quality, and it's equally important to test equipment beforehand.

🔗 Mentioned in the show:

• ATR 2100 microphone
• Descript 
• Studio Sound
• YouTube
• Twitter
• DOLL-E
• SquadCast 
• WordPress
• WP Speakers 
• Post Status

🐦 You can follow Post Status and our guests on Twitter:

• Matt Medeiros (Community, Gravity Forms)
• Michelle Frechette (Community Relations, Post Status)
• Olivia Bisset (Intern, Post Status)

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