You're listening to Podcasting Made Simple.

Hello, my fellow humans.

I mean, I'm going to assume that you're all humans and not bots in light of all this current AI talk.

I'm Bob Wheeler, and I'm excited to talk to you today about the art of hosting,

specifically to talk about active listening and unrehearsed responses.

My goal is to help you transform your hosting skills and ultimately your podcast.

So hold on tight to your headphones for an ear-tingling adventure that I'll have you saying,

wait, did he seriously just teach me something amazing?

And hopefully I will.

Let's be honest.

It's no secret that the podcast world is becoming increasingly

popular. And guess what? Everyone thinks they can host a podcast, and they can. But being a great

host is no walk in the park. It takes more than a decent microphone and a flashy website.

One of the biggest mistakes podcasters make is not actively listening and using rehearsed responses.

So you spent 10 years in prison? That sounds amazing. How did you find the time to write that book?

Prison's probably not that amazing, and that's probably where they found the time to write the book.

Don't just respond to avoid silence. One thing is for sure, as podcast hosts, we love to talk.

We love to share our thoughts, ideas, and opinions on a variety of topics.

However, as much as we all like to talk, we need to take twice as much time to listen.

Active listening, also known as mindful listening, is a vital skill that can not only improve the

quality of your podcast, but also build a stronger connection with your guests and audience.

It requires more than just hearing words, but creating a safe and trusting space to share ideas

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