1. A. If you haven’t already done so, please send your 50-70 word bio to us.
2. B. Read / do / know this before the podcast:

• Get a high quality microphone. (During the podcast, ensure it’s plugged in and selected as input source.) Have your earbuds handy!
• WHAT ABOUT WIFI? Know that HARDWIRED is best and safest (i.e. your computer/laptop and it’s plugged into the router AND your wifi OFF)
• If you must use WIRELESS, make sure that other people in your household are not streaming movies or using the internet in a big way.
• During the podcast, quit other apps, windows, etc. (close down except the one browser window that you see your interview happening and are speaking with Mag)

A. Environment

• Choose a place where you won’t be disturbed
• Ideal setting will have sound absorption around: pillows, foam, carpet, clothes, etc.
• Sound reflecting/enhancing materials (dogs, children, tiles, hardwood, open walls, windows, mirrors, etc.) should be minimized

B. Equipment and what to do with it (not too much)

• Google Chrome
• Make sure to have the podcast window open on your web browser and close all other apps, windows, applications, etc. (except Chrome)

A. Minimize Distractions & Be Mindful of Potential Noise

• Turn off sound emitting devices: AC, telephones, etc.
• Put phone into Do Not Disturb or Airplane mode
• Expecting an Amazon delivery? Put a note over the doorbell!

B. Going Live!

• Arrive 5 minutes before your interview using the Riverside link. (If you don’t have this, let us know.)
• Click on the link / paste link (use Chrome)
• Grant permission to your microphone, camera, and location
• Grant permission to your microphone, camera, and location
• Review goals, expectations, and format with Mag
• Confirm sound quality (for both of you)
• Enjoy the conversation!