Are your interviews falling flat? Are the podcasts and stories you're creating on the foundation of those interviews just skimming the surface? Let's face it: Desiring candor from the human in front of you is one thing, but achieving it is another. Here's a transformative, counter-intuitive solution that will help you go to the heart of anyone's story. 

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Read the newsletter The Marginalian by Maria Popova. Thanks to the Marginalian for introducing me to Simone Weil's essay on attention. 

Your homework: Listen to the following episodes to learn directly from interviewers who have a lot to teach about creating true intimacy and connection. 

How to Capture an Audience with Near Death’s Nikki Boyer

How to Tell the Truth: The Art of Memoir with Dana Black

How Anna Sale Invites Listeners In

Emotional Bravery on Last Day with Stephanie Wittels Wachs

Finding Your Voice with Shelter in Place Host Laura Joyce Davis

 

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Credits 

Sound Judgment is a production of Podcast Allies, LLC. 

Host: Elaine Appleton Grant

Podcast Manager: Tina Bassir

Production Manager: Andrew Parrella

Audio Engineer: Kevin Kline

Production Assistant: Audrey Nelson