Stop Filling the Silence: The Interview Skill Most Hosts Miss
If your podcast interviews feel awkward, rushed, or a little “Q&A-ish,” this episode will fix it. Most hosts panic when the room goes quiet—so they fill the silence, talk too much, or fire the next question before the guest finishes their thought. That kills the flow, makes your show feel choppy, and quietly lowers audience retention.In today’s episode, we break down Habit #5 for podcasters: Attunement—the skill of being fully present, practicing active listening, and using pauses to pull out better stories, deeper insight, and stronger emotional moments. You’ll learn how to stop performing…
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