9. Creating a Safe Space for Your Podcast Guests to Share Their Story with Lisa Cooper Ellison, Writing Your Resilience

Holding space for your podcast guests is a skill every podcaster needs to have! This week I am bringing in my client, and expert on this topic, Lisa Cooper Ellison, about how she holds space for her guests week after week.  Lisa Cooper Ellison, a trauma-informed writing coach and host of the Writing Your Resilience podcast. She shares how she creates a space for vulnerability and connection with her guests and audience. Whether you’re a podcaster, writer, or someone curious about the intersection of storytelling and healing, this episode is packed with actionable insights. Lisa and I have been working together since the launch of her podcast!  In this episode: Lisa’s journey from trauma therapy to podcasting and writing coaching. The importance of holding space for guests and allowing vulnerability during interviews. Practical tips for navigating emotionally intense topics on your podcast. How Lisa markets her show and engages with her community to foster meaningful conversations. The role of mindfulness and reflective listening in creating impactful interviews. Lisa’s strategies for growing her podcast and balancing authenticity with marketing. Connect with Lisa: Website: https://lisacooperellison.com Podcast: https://lisacooperellison.com/writing-your-resilience-podcast/ Connect with me, Hayleigh Hayhurst: Steal my Podcast Launch Checklist for free: https://www.espressopodcastproduction.com/checklist Website: ⁠https://www.espressopodcastproduction.com/⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/espressopodcastproduction/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@EspressoPodcastProduction⁠ Produced by Espresso Podcast Production: ⁠https://www.espressopodcastproduction.com/