Podcast Training

A podcast takes more than a good microphone to be worth listening to: clear messages, an engaging speaking style and the ability to have a real conversation rather than simply work through a list of questions. Whether you are hosting an episode or contributing your expertise as a guest, the key is to communicate your content clearly, authentically and engagingly.

In our podcast training, you will learn how to prepare professionally, formulate your key messages clearly and build engagement using concrete examples and the Master Plot technique. Hosts practise professional conversation management, questioning techniques and active listening while developing their own personal moderation style. Guests learn how to give concise answers, respond confidently to spontaneous questions and place their key messages effectively within the conversation.

Voice, speaking technique and presence at the microphone play just as important a role as dealing confidently with nervousness. You will identify your personal strengths and areas for development as a speaker and work specifically on your impact.

Content of our podcast training

The training is tailored to your individual requirements and can be designed for podcast hosts, podcast guests or mixed groups.

• Prepare professionally for the conversation: Develop a clear structure and know exactly what you want to communicate in the podcast
• Make your introduction and key messages concise: Introduce yourself briefly and engagingly and give precise answers without unnecessary repetition
• Storytelling and the Master Plot technique: Make complex content accessible through stories and meaningful examples
• Moderate professionally: Learn how to guide conversations, ask the right questions, listen actively and develop your own moderation style
• Make an impact as a podcast guest: Place your key messages effectively, respond confidently to spontaneous questions and actively shape the conversation
• Use your voice effectively: Improve your vocal presence and personal impact with speaking, voice and breathing exercises as well as supported speech techniques
• Engage and retain your listeners: Create flow, energy and conversations people enjoy listening to
• Stay confident in spontaneous situations: Dos and don’ts for hosts and guests – and how to remain calm when nerves kick in or the conversation takes an unexpected turn
  

Reality Check

In realistic podcast settings, you put the training content into practice immediately. Depending on your training objectives, you take on the role of host, guest or practise both roles. You train in the Intomedia radio studio using professional equipment. Your podcast sequences are recorded and analysed together afterwards. You receive personal feedback from experienced journalists and work round by round on your conversation skills, voice and impact. This helps you develop the confidence and routine you need to come across authentically and convincingly in a real podcast.