The Podcast Guest Playbook: Turning Conversations into Connections and Community
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The Podcast Guest Playbook shows you how to spark magnetic conversations, forge career‑long connections with hosts, and grow a loyal listener community—all from the comfort of your home studio. Drawing on hundreds of appearances and two hit writing‑industry shows, Matty Dalrymple and Mark Leslie Lefebvre give you a step‑by‑step game plan. Ready to be the guest everyone remembers? Open the playbook and hit “record.”
Step behind the mic with veteran podcasters Matty Dalrymple and Mark Leslie Lefebvre and discover how strategic podcast guest appearances can transform your creative career.
Build an engaged Community - Learn how to reach listener groups who are hungry for expertise like yours, and keep them engaged long after the episode drops.
Forge authentic Connections - Get a proven framework for approaching hosts, crafting irresistible pitches, and turning one interview into a network of collaborators.
Spark unforgettable Conversations - Master the art of story‑driven interviews: from shaping magnetic talking points to delivering audio that sounds studio‑sharp—even from your home office.
In The Podcast Guest Playbook, you’ll find step‑by‑step guidelines, real‑world examples, and a downloadable playbook for planning, pitching, and promoting every appearance. Whether you’re an author, entrepreneur, or creative professional, this guide shows you how to turn free airtime into lasting impact—no expensive gear or PR team required.
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"An incredibly well-organized book with everything you need to know about making the most of short fiction. Recommended!" —Joanna Penn, The Creative Penn
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"A fantastically informative short book for writers of all levels. An absolute must read for any author of short fiction wanting to make the best use of their stories. Whether that’s increasing readers, sales or assets. Highly recommended for new authors or seasoned pros alike." —Sacha Black, The Rebel Author Podcast
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"An incredibly well-organized book with everything you need to know about making the most of short fiction. Recommended!" —Joanna Penn, The Creative Penn ~ "A fantastically informative short book for writers of all levels. An absolute must read for any author of short fiction wanting to make the best use of their stories. Whether that’s increasing readers, sales or assets. Highly recommended for new authors or seasoned pros alike." —Sacha Black, The Rebel Author Podcast ~
MATTY DALRYMPLE is the host of The Indy Author Podcast and writes, speaks, and consults on the writing craft and the publishing voyage. She is the author of the Ann Kinnear Suspense Novels and Suspense Shorts and the Lizzy Ballard Thrillers.
MARK LESLIE LEFEBVRE is the host of the Stark Reflections on Writing and Publishing podcast and a speaker and consultant with more than 30 years of industry experience. His books include urban fantasy, horror, humor, and true ghost stories.
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Sample Podcast Guesting Equipment
Matty’s podcast guesting equipment:
Computer: MacBook Air
Microphone: Blue Yeti USB
Earbuds: anything cheap and comfortable
Camera: MacBook Air built-in camera
Lights: Mini ring lights that clip on to the auxiliary monitor supplemented by two standard desk lamps
Virtual meeting platform: Zoom
Mark’s podcast guesting equipment:
Computer: ThinkPad P14s
Microphone: Blue Yeti USB
Camera: Laptop built-in camera
Lights: Overhead ceiling light with digital bulk with color and intensity control, second indirect spotlight bounced off the wall/ceiling slightly to my right, mini USB clip-on ring light with 3 color options (white, blue, yellow) and intensity control
Virtual meeting platform: Zoom, StreamYard.