This insights post is a summary of the blog post published by The Pollack Group. View the full insight at: Flawless Remote Podcasting: Agency-Tested Tips for Better Sound, Conversations, and Credibility.
With the growth of podcasting, doing a remote podcasting isn’t just a workaround anymore. It has become the norm to be able to connect hosts and guests are large distances. It also means that your guest might not be joining from a studio, but their home office or spare bedroom. Even with these challenges, flawless audio and engaging conversations are still within reach.
As the producers of imPRessions, The Pollack Group’s podcast, we’ve developed a system to make remote recordings sound professional, natural, and agency-grade, without the need for a full studio.
With the challenges of remote recording, it is not about chasing perfection. The goal is to create the best environment for a real conversation, starting with prep, sound, and backup. Here are ways to elevate your remote interviews with techniques we use every week:
- Prep Like a Pro: The most underrated step in a great remote interview is setting clear and realistic expectations.
- Sound is Everything… Even in a Closet: You don’t need a studio setup to get clean audio; you just need to care more than you would on your average Zoom call. We always encourage guests to record in as quiet of a room as possible, and honestly, closets make great recording spaces.
- Your Tech Will Fail You Eventually… So Always Have a Backup: Even if you’re pulling all the right levers, technology will betray you eventually. With that in mind, ensure that you use platforms that record each speaker’s audio locally
When you look at all the factors that go into podcasting, the best interviews don’t happen because of expensive gear or a flawless connection. A great podcast happens when both the host and the guest show up prepared, relaxed, and ready to connect beyond just the topic of the day.
To get more details about each of the tips, read the full post at: Flawless Remote Podcasting: Agency-Tested Tips for Better Sound, Conversations, and Credibility.
