The Ethical Podcaster's Guide to Handling Sensitive Topics with Care

Podcasting can be a powerful platform for sharing impactful stories. But if these stories include sensitive topics or information, thoughtful preparation and care are crucial to creating a safe environment for both your guests and your audience. What you do before, during, and after the interview sets the tone for the type of environment you as the host create for future conversations. This week, episode 35 of Successful Podcasting Unlocked answers the question: How do I prepare for an interview that covers sensitive topics?

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In this episode, I share:

• Pre-interview conversations are helpful to understand complex topics and cover boundaries. 
• During the interview, create a safe space by being present, actively listening, and asking follow-up questions to get a comprehensive understanding of their experience.
• After the interview, include content warnings and provide additional resources for listeners who may be triggered by the conversation.
• Always be open to guest and listener feedback to improve the podcast’s quality and integrity. 

Download the FREE Podcaster's Guide for Sensitive Interviews: a step-by-step checklist for preparing, conducting, and following up on interviews that cover sensitive subjects. 

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LINKS MENTIONED

Successful Podcasting Unlocked Ep 9: How to Ensure Your Podcast Guests Feel Empowered to Promote Their Episode

Listeners to Leads Ep 155: Creating Conversations Your Guests Are Proud to Share with Mai-kee Tsang

Listeners to Leads Ep 160: The Importance of Self-Mastery in Podcasting with Kim Romain

Successful Podcatsing Unlocked Ep 15: How to Navigate Podcast Guest Removal Requests

Chapters

• 0:00 The Ethical Podcaster's Guide to Handling Sensitive Topics with Care
• 2:39 Pre-interview you should be chatting with the guest to get an understanding of their story and where they would like to set boundaries.
• 5:45 During the interview you should be actively listening and asking thoughtful follow-up questions.
• 7:46 Before the interview goes live, be sure to include content warnings in the final edit as well as in the show notes to warn listeners of sensitive topics.