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Podcast Growth University
#92 - Should You Do Pre-Calls Before Guest Interviews?
Welcome back to another episode of Podcast Growth University — a podcast about podcasts with your host, Kevin Palmieri. He is also the co-host of Next Level University, a global top 100 Self-Improvement podcast with almost 1,500 published podcasts. Their podcast team, Next Level Podcast Solutions, has published over 3,000 podcasts, so you can bet Kevin knows what he is talking about.
A successful podcast interview often hinges on the preparation that precedes it. In this episode, Kevin talks about pre-interview calls versus research, arguing that the latter usually trumps the former in today's fast-paced digital world. He emphasizes that for high-caliber guests, time is a precious commodity, and extensive research by the host can save time and set the stage for a dialogue that resonates with both the guest and the audience. Kevin also shares common podcast interview mistakes and tips.
If you want to learn more about podcasts, reach out to Kevin:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/neverquitkid/
Email: Kevin@nextleveluniverse.com
Need help with your podcast? Check out Next Level Podcast Solutions: https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/next-level-podcast-solutions/
Free 30-minute call with Kevin: https://bit.ly/3E0ieM0
Show notes:
(1:29) Pre-calls vs. research
(6:43) Pronounce your guest's name correctly
(8:13) Guest onboarding mistakes and tips
(9:59) Amy from the Mom: In-Process podcast shares her experience with Kevin and the NLPS team
(14:00) Remove the safety net
(19:09) Outro
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