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December 18, 2024 34 mins

Does thinking about making an interview mistake keep you up at night? Especially the night before? Interview fails are very common, but you absolutely can avoid them! In the first interview for Fearless Podcasting, host and podcast producer Jamie Kennedy interviews Emma Robertson, an interview expert and seasoned professional in journalism and TV production who has worked with the likes of Jamie Oliver, Piers Morgan, and Massimo Bottura (Michelin Star chef). In this episode, you’ll hear insightful strategies to keep your podcast conversations smooth and engaging. You’ll learn about the art of building trust, steering conversations back on track, and crafting questions and interview structures that resonate. From making guests comfortable to mastering technicalities, this episode is your guide to podcast interviews done beautifully. Full episode summary here.


Find Emma:

- Emma’s FREE ‘The 3 Mistakes New Interviewers Make’ Video Training

- Website

- Instagram - @srd_insider


Resources Mentioned:

- Emma’s Storytelling Book Recommendation: Storynomics by Robert McKee

- Emma’s Podcast Recommendation: Talk Easy Pod

- Jamie’s Storytelling Book Recommendation: The Science of Storytelling by William Storr

- Download your Free Podcast Launch Guide.


Other Links You Should Know About:

- I record, edit and transcribe my podcast in Riverside - try 2 hours free using this link!

- Check out Jamie’s LinkedIn: @jamie.kennedy

- Join the Podcast Community for Health and Fitness Leaders to network today.

- Join my email list, and see why others are loving my emails!


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Related Topics: How to interview, Successful podcast interviews, Podcast interview strategies, Building trust with podcast guests, Managing interview tangents, Crafting impactful interview questions, Podcasting best practices, Lessons from interview experiences


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