I use a tried and tested podcast interview format:

• Introduction with overview of relevant expertise and accomplishments
• 20-30min interview with thought leader (that’s you)
• Recap, highlight takeaways and add specifics

Introduction and recap are just my voice. I will write and record them after we have done the actual interview.

The backstory

• What led you to find out about chronic back pain?
• Is it a problem you have personally experienced? (If so, what different things did you try to fix it?)
• Why do you do what you do?

Your offering

• What is it all about ? (Expand on the introduction)
• How does it help back pain?
• Who is it for? Can anyone benefit from it?
• How would a listener get the most out of it?

Real-life success stories

• How has your method improved the quality of someone’s life? (Maybe have a couple of examples ready to go)

What works and what doesn’t for problem backs

• Is there a mindset for success – if so what is it?
• In general what are the kinds of approaches that are effective?
• What are some myths about back pain?

More about you

• What’s the best way to find out more about you? (e.g. website, social media, book etc.)
• If there is any current event or happening, mention it here….

A regular laptop/desktop and broadband internet setup should be fine.

(Recommended download/upload speed for Skype audio calls is 100kbps. You can check the speeds you are getting at SpeedTest.net. if you get a result in Mbps then you are good to go.)

Otherwise, there are a couple of easy wins for a stable call connection and good sound quality:

• One of the things that can degrade a Skype call is weak Wi-Fi that cuts in and out. To ensure a solid connection it never hurts to plug an ethernet cable from your router into your computer.
• Built-in microphones and speakers are not ideal. If you don’t have mic/headphone equipment already, a basic headset is quite affordable. One like this would do the job (I’m not an affiliate, I just have one of these!)

• Run to the bathroom, grab a bottle of water or cup of coffee, and find a place with minimal background noise (close your office door, turn off noisy HVAC systems, etc.)

• Make sure that you have a good internet connection.

• Close unnecessary programs and turn off notifications (emails, messages, calendar alerts, Chrome notifications etc.)

• Mute your phone, tablet, and any other nearby devices.

• Plug in your headphones/microphone and log onto Skype.

• Smile — let’s have some fun!

Note about language: we’re trying to make this a podcast that all listeners can feel comfortable listening to in any environment. For that reason we ask that you avoid swearing and adult content during recording.

Your episode will have a ‘hub’ post on my blog. The Todays’ Guest section of the hub post will have links to your online presence to include:

• your site
• your social pages
• any book, event etc. that you are currently promoting

Naturally it will link to the podcast itself which is available on:

• iTunes
• Stitcher
• Soundcloud
• TuneIn

I would need an image (or images) representing you and/or your offering for this post. I can grab something from your site or you can send different images if you prefer.

Please have a look at the blog to get a feel for how it all turns out.

Some editing will be required for best sound quality and to present a flowing conversation. I try to keep this to a minimum and make every effort to preserve the original meaning and tone.