How To Host a Podcast

S2E4 How Michael Barbaro, Tim Ferriss, and Ira Glass Guide Stories with The Journalist Toolkit


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Keywords
journalist archetype, narrative shaping, follow-up skills, curiosity, storytelling, interview techniques, communication skills, engaging conversations, narrative tools, podcasting

Summary
In this conversation, Brett K Moore discusses the intricacies of mastering the journalist archetype, emphasizing that it goes beyond merely asking questions. He introduces a toolkit of nine specific skills essential for effective narrative shaping, highlighting the importance of follow-up questions and the hybridization of various roles such as professor, entertainer, and philosopher to enhance engagement and storytelling in interviews.

Takeaways

  • The journalist archetype is about shaping a narrative.
  • Mastery involves a toolkit of nine specific skills.
  • The art of the follow-up is crucial for effective interviewing.
  • Abandoning your script can lead to deeper conversations.
  • Hybridizing roles enhances the interview experience.
  • Combining a journalist with a professor aids in explanation.
  • Storytelling is enhanced by combining a journalist with an entertainer.
  • Challenging perspectives are key to becoming an exposé.
  • Philosophical questioning can unlock deeper insights.
  • Effective communication requires a blend of various skills.
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How To Host a PodcastBy Brett K Moore