Find Your Podcasting Style: Script, Outline, or Freestyle

How do you prepare before you hit record? Do you plan every detail, keep a loose outline, or just hit the red button and go? Today, we’re sharing how we approach preparation and how those choices shape creativity, confidence, and the listener experience. We give tips on making a script sound natural, and why there’s no single right way to plan a show. You’ll also gain insights into time management and maintaining fresh ideas. Ultimately, it’s about showing up ready to create.

Episode Highlights: 

[03:00] Podcast Evaluation Announcement

[07:15] Icebreaker: One Word Prep Styles

[13:32] Discussion on Scripting vs. Winging It

[23:56] Approach to Scripting

[29:43] Evolution from Scripts to Bullet Points

[38:33]  Season Preparation Strategy

[47:54] Our Podcasting Morning Chat Categories

Links & Resources: 

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https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/the-runners-sole/id1844808510

Breaking The 5th Wall: 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RRDJO_UV4I8

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