Talk Like Nobody's Listening: The Art of Podcasting Without a Script!

19/06/2025 10 min Episodio 205
Talk Like Nobody's Listening: The Art of Podcasting Without a Script!

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So, you’re stuck reading a script for your podcast and it feels as exciting as watching paint dry, huh? Well, let's shake things up! The key here is to stop sounding like a robot and start talking like a human. We’re getting into how to ditch that crutch of a script and get comfortable just chatting it up. You’ll learn to write like you talk—because, spoiler alert, we don’t actually talk like we write. Trust me, it’s all about knowing your material and letting your personality shine through. So grab a seat and let’s figure out how to make your podcast sound less like a school recital and more like a fun convo with your best buddy!Mentioned In This EpisodeWalton Goggins on the Best Acting Advice He’s Ever Received VideoSchool of PodcastingTakeaways: Stop being a robot! Ditch the script and just chat like a normal human being. Writing a script is cool, but remember: we don't talk like we write, so loosen up! Practice makes perfect, even if it feels like torture at first. Just keep talking! Scripts can become crutches, so toss them aside and embrace the chaos of conversation! Make your podcast sound like a chat over coffee, not a corporate presentation. Be real! Editing is your best friend; don't stress about getting it perfect on the first try! Mentioned in this episode:Get Your Show GrowingI once had a typo in the name of my show. I didn't see it. I'm too close. Your show may have some things that need polish. Get an objective overview at www.podcasthostseat.com AND get a free month at the School of PodcastingPodcas Hot SeatThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy