Why Podcasters Should Consider Live Streaming Your Interviews
We don't want to get into deep philosophical discussions about what a podcast is, but the truth is if you're making content for an audience you have a number of choices. Let's unpack some of those options and see what might work well for you.
* Live versus recorded
* Video versus audio only
* Uncut versus edited
Join us!
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INTRO Music 00:00
Sam & John Catch up 00:2803:34 Video or Audio
08:08 "Would this show also work as a Podcast?" - Said
15:02 Cuteavalanche Promo
15:50 Livestreaming Podcasts
24:32 PROMO 2
25:36 Audio VS Video
36:47 SAmProof Promo
37:27 "Podcasts with Guest"
49:20 AI Editing For podcasting
01:02:41 Where to find Sam and John
Introduction and Episode Focus
Introduction: The episode with hosts John Lacy and Sam Proof, discusses the various podcasting options available for creators considering live streaming their podcast interviews.
Why Consider Live Podcasting: They delve into the reasons why podcasting live could be beneficial, such as enhanced interaction with the audience and immediate feedback.
Personal Updates and Transitioning Content
Hosts' Personal Updates: Sam shares his experience of being a double duty parent while his partner was sick, along with his participation on Rob Greenley's live YouTube event.
Preparing Content for Different Formats: Discussion about the importance of distinguishing whether an audio podcast or a live stream is the main product. The hosts emphasize understanding and capitalizing on each format's strengths.
Live Streaming Benefits and Challenges
Benefits of Going Live: Live streaming offers real-time audience engagement and can help create immediate content without the need for extensive post-production.
Challenges and Identity as Content Creators: They acknowledge the challenges that come with live engagement, such as staying on topic and managing the audience's direction in conversation, while also respecting the creator's identity and content goals.
Recorded Content Considerations
Clarity and Deliberate Word Choice: The importance of being clear and deliberate in your speech for the benefit of listeners who may not be visually engaged is highlighted.
Viewer Experience: The preference for podcasts with video versus those who favor audio-only formats is discussed, stressing the significance of giving the audience options to consume content.
Live vs. Pre-Recorded Content
Structuring a Live Show: The necessity to have a structure in a live show to accommodate audience interactions while also keeping the focus on the intended content.
Pre-Recorded Content Benefits: Pre-recorded content allows creators to focus on the material and presentation quality, without the distractions or pressure of a live audience.
Audience Interactions and Preferences
Interacting with Live Audience: The hosts stress the importance of understanding the audience's preferences and meeting them where they are, whether on live streams or podcasts.
Editing Choices and Keeping Content Relevant: They discuss avoiding over-editing and focusing on maintaining the human element within conversations to keep them natural and engaging for listeners.
Reflections on Editing for Podcasts
Editing for Audio vs. Video Podcasts: Sam and John express their perspectives on editing content, touching on the balance between too much and too little editing.
Authenticity in Content: The idea of audiences seeking authenticity, and how that influences the amount of editing needed, is considered. The conversational approach is often appreciated by listeners over heavily scripted content.
Closing Thoughts and Advice for Aspiring Podcasters
Encouragement to Start Podcasting: The episode ends with advice for those considering starting a podcast, favoring action and consistency over perfection
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