#91: Solo vs. Co-Hosted: Finding Your Podcasting Style

An episode of the Freelance Business Unlocked podcast, hosted by Anja Lordanić, titled "#91: Solo vs. Co-Hosted: Finding Your Podcasting Style" was published on August 5, 2025 and runs 10 minutes.

August 5, 2025 ·10m · Freelance Business Unlocked

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Summary

FREE 5-DAY PODCASTING MINI-COURSE — Everything you need to know before starting your podcasting journey.Free podcasting newsletter — Weekly. Five minutes or less. No BS.___________What’s the best podcast format for you—solo, co-hosted, or interview-based? In this episode of Freelance Business Unlocked, I share an excerpt from my conversation with Croatian podcasters Edita and Darko on their Seen & Heard podcast.This clip dives into the pros and cons of different podcasting formats from someone who has tried them all—solo, co-hosted, and interview-based.In this episode, you'll learn the key differences between solo and co-hosted podcasting, why co-hosting can ease pressure and boost accountability, why interview-based formats naturally create consistency, creative ways to test co-host chemistry before launching, and much more.Whether you’re about to launch your first podcast or considering a format switch, this episode gives you a behind-the-scenes look into how each setup affects your workflow, accountability, creativity, and connection with your audience.Enjoy!Takeaways:Explore different podcast formats like solo, interview, and co-hosted shows to find what suits your style and goals.Co-hosting offers shared responsibility and accountability, easing the pressure and enhancing the dynamic.Hosting solo requires managing all tasks independently, but it allows for complete creative control.Interview shows provide accountability and opportunities to connect with guests, enriching the content.Starting with live shows can be nerve-racking due to the lack of editing, but it adds an authentic charm.Leverage different podcast formats to discover creative ways to engage your audience.Resources mentioned:Edita and Darko's Seen & Heard podcast (Apple Podcasts, YouTube)My full interview on their show___________Let's connect on LinkedIn:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/anjalordanic/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Thank you and see you next week!

Episode Description

FREE 5-DAY PODCASTING MINI-COURSE — Everything you need to know before starting your podcasting journey.

Free podcasting newsletter — Weekly. Five minutes or less. No BS.

___________

What’s the best podcast format for you—solo, co-hosted, or interview-based? In this episode of Freelance Business Unlocked, I share an excerpt from my conversation with Croatian podcasters Edita and Darko on their Seen & Heard podcast.

This clip dives into the pros and cons of different podcasting formats from someone who has tried them all—solo, co-hosted, and interview-based.

In this episode, you'll learn the key differences between solo and co-hosted podcasting, why co-hosting can ease pressure and boost accountability, why interview-based formats naturally create consistency, creative ways to test co-host chemistry before launching, and much more.

Whether you’re about to launch your first podcast or considering a format switch, this episode gives you a behind-the-scenes look into how each setup affects your workflow, accountability, creativity, and connection with your audience.

Enjoy!

Takeaways:

Explore different podcast formats like solo, interview, and co-hosted shows to find what suits your style and goals.
Co-hosting offers shared responsibility and accountability, easing the pressure and enhancing the dynamic.
Hosting solo requires managing all tasks independently, but it allows for complete creative control.
Interview shows provide accountability and opportunities to connect with guests, enriching the content.
Starting with live shows can be nerve-racking due to the lack of editing, but it adds an authentic charm.
Leverage different podcast formats to discover creative ways to engage your audience.

Resources mentioned: