Feeling overwhelmed by the chaos of booking and managing podcast guests? Discover how to turn confusion into structured, repeatable systems that save time, reduce stress, and deliver incredible guest and audience experiences—so you can focus on showing up brilliantly on camera.
IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL LEARN HOW TO:
• Build a guest vetting and onboarding process that reflects your brand and sets the tone
• Ask key questions that lead to engaging, on-topic interviews (and fewer awkward moments)
• Use actionable pre-interview and prep strategies to help guests shine
• Set boundaries gracefully—even with friends—so your podcast delivers consistent value
• Select and use tools and templates to automate scheduling, communication, and post-production
• Handle tricky conversations and “off-the-rails” interviews with confidence
• Organize your content and workflows for easy scaling as your show grows
EPISODE TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 – Introduction and why structure matters for guest interviews
05:46 – The complete pre-interview workflow: vetting, forms, and welcome packages
19:14 – How to prep your guest (tech, expectations, and why it matters)
35:48 – Structuring interviews to stay on-topic, set boundaries, and keep things engaging
45:23 – Tools and automation to fill your guest seat and save time
48:40 – The critical decisions you must make before inviting guests
57:43 – Action steps, real-life stories, and your next best move
KEYWORDS:
video podcast workflow, guest interview tips, livestreaming for coaches, podcast guest onboarding, video marketing systems
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