Congrats on being a guest on the Bowing To Elephants podcast!
Here’s what you need to know for your interview. But first things, first…
STEP 1: Foundation
- A. If you haven’t already done so, please send your 50-70 word bio to us.
- 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)
STEP 2: Preping for… And Then Having Your Interview
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)
STEP 3: Getting Ready & Joining The Event
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!
STEP 4: Guest Intake Form
We Can’t Wait To Have You On The Show!