Ever wish your podcast felt less like a presentation and more like swapping stories with friends over dinner? That’s the beauty of conversational podcasts, and today, Steph dives deep into why this format might be the secret sauce for your show.
Not a solo show.
Not an interview show.
Instead, it’s the same 2-4 hosts chatting every week - no guests required.
Listeners become flies on the wall, soaking up genuine banter, inside jokes, and the warmth of real friendships. It’s like hanging out with friends you’ve never met and that’s not just Steph’s opinion. Podcast critic Nicholas Quah has noted that podcasts make us feel like we’re hanging out with friends we’ve never met.
Parasocial friendships: Fans feel connected to hosts and invested in their lives.
Inside jokes: Listeners love feeling “in the know.”
Consistency: Familiar voices become part of your daily routine the commute, the walk, errands.
Authenticity: Real stories, awkward moments, and funny tangents keep it relatable.
Easy production: No guests to schedule, no fancy setup required just press record and chat.
If you’re the person everyone gathers around to hear a story, conversational podcasts might be your perfect format.
