In this episode we’re talking about the lost art of conversation-making. Joining us is podcaster and raconteur Ken Plume, who has conducted extensive interviews with the likes of Mel Brooks and John Cleese. We discuss how Ken got his start feeling comfortable talking to just about anyone, how he handles the awkwardness of a cocktail party (hint: It involves a fern) – and then we invent an acronym that will help you handle any conversational challenge. (Sort of.)
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Discussed in This Episode
- Ken’s long history of podcasting (and how he got his start)
- How to handle a difficult interview subject
- The difference between an interview and a conversation
- What to do when you’re feeling awkward
- How to handle a situation where you don’t know anyone
And so much more!
Our Upgrades of the Week
Every week we like to let you in on the upgrades we’ve made in our own lives. This week we talked about throwing money at the (cleaning) problem; saying “yes, and” to life; and the unique and lasting joys of Inbox Zero.
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