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August 14, 2017 29 mins

Suzanne Nguyen aka "String Story" is the international correspondent for That Startup Show and the host of The String Report. She’s a curious geek who loves to explore tech, social, and innovation.

During the show, String will share how to get high-quality guests on your show and improve your interviews skills. You'll find out how to build a massive rapport with guests and interview influencers in an entertaining and impactful way. Listen to the end to learn about her research and preparation process.

Listen to PN 5 on iTunes.

 

PN5 Show Notes:


String's Links:

That Startup Show

The String Report

Stringstory.co

 

Discussed:

Strings Tweet to Gary Vee

DailyVee 264: String & Gary

Watch the Gary Vee interview

 

> Join The Podcast Ninja Dojo

 

String’s Podcasting Gear:

Rode Smartlav

Rode Reporter Interview Microphone

Rode i-XLR digital XLR interface for Apple iOS devices

 

My Podcasting Gear:

Shure SM58-LC Cardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone

Shure Foam Windscreen

Focusrite Scarlett 2i2

 

Time Stamps:

01:54 - How String got into the podcasting space

08:24 - Reaching out to big name tech leaders

11:45 - Preparing for the interview

12:17 - The Hugh Forrest interview

14:17 - Answering controversial questions

16:42 - Great interview podcasting equipment

18:04 - The icebreaker process

21:47 - Are you struggling to get high-quality guests?

25:07 - Doing research on guests

26:47 - More interview skill tips

 

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