What Makes a Podcast Host 'Great'?

Today marks our two-year anniversary of our live show, and what a journey it has been. From technical glitches to profound discussions, every moment has contributed to the rich tapestry of this community. As we celebrate this milestone, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to you. Your engagement, feedback, and presence have not only enhanced our conversations but have also provided me with growth and a new level of confidence. In today's episode, we discuss what truly makes a podcast host "great." It's a subjective term, yes, which is what makes this conversation interesting and insightful. From the authenticity of conversations to the annoyance of overproduction, we've covered a spectrum of opinions that shed light on personal preferences and industry standards. Plus we answer questions from our community! Timeline: Here's the modified list with the timestamps prepended to the beginning of each line: [2:40] Discussing the occasional technical difficulties and the charm of live podcasting. [7:13] Icebreaker: "What's a pet peeve you have when listening to or watching a podcasts?" [11:01] Podcast production quality and over-editing. [16:34] Iinterrupting guests, and preparation. [20:26] Podcast preparation and guest selection. [22:50] Listener Question: Recording with Riverside using Rodecaster Pro [28:07] Audio quality and leveling for podcasts. [31:54] Audio editing tools and techniques in podcasting. [36:27] Listener question on improving audio quality in live recordings. [44:55] Audio quality, listening skills, and interviewing techniques. [47:56] Listener question on receiving audience feedback [52:41] Audience feedback forms [54:56] Using small actions to engage podcast listeners. [57:33] Audience expectations and feedback in a podcast. [59:30] Using Spotify for Podcasters features to engage podcast listeners. Links & Resources: Rodecaster Pro 2:  https://amzn.to/3I1j6RH Auphonic: https://auphonic.com/landing Levelator: https://download.cnet.com/the-levelator/3000-2170_4-197650.html Riverside: https://www.riverside.fm/?via=0676da Our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredpodcasting/ As we move forward, let's continue to embrace the imperfections and spontaneity that make podcasting so uniquely impactful. Your stories, insights, and feedback are what fuel this show! Remember, if you enjoyed today's conversation, share it with fellow podcaster. Your support helps us reach more ears and hearts. Here's to many more years of learning, sharing, and creating content together! Join us LIVE every weekday morning at 7am ET (US) on Clubhouse: https://www.clubhouse.com/house/empowered-podcasting-e6nlrk0w (Coming soon to LinkedIn Live...) Brought to you by iRonickMedia.com and NextGenPodcaster.com Please note that some links may be affiliate links, which supports the hosts of the PMC. Thank you!