What Kind of Podcast
Previously, we discussed podcasting for marketing and customer reviews . However, the purpose of your podcasting is really up to you. Keep in mind there are several kinds of podcasts. The technical terms describing the major kinds of podcasts are: 1. Solo podcast, 2. Podcast interview, 3. Multi-host show, and 4. Round table. Personally, I favor the last kind, the round table. It is the best format to hear multiple perspectives and there is greater room for meaningful discussion and debate. As a customer, a round table podcast allows you to get a second or third opinion before you commit to buying something. If you are an advertiser, obviously a round table will only help market your product or service if there is a general agreement that the latter are worth the money. The Young Turks is a critically acclaimed show that provides commentary on socio-political issues. They have sharpened the tools of polemical debate by utilizing the round table and multi-host show formats. He...
