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How to Podcast About Controversy Respectfully

May 31, 2022 • S02 E23 • 00:49:06

Is your podcast about a controversial topic?

How do you create a podcast that builds bridges on a complex topic versus tearing it down in a world that wants to cancel everything?

A bridge is an integral part of any two sides understanding each other, and podcasting has always been a good bridge for conversations we need to be having. But getting started and navigating the landscape isn’t always easy, and even for the best podcasters in this space, it’s a skill practiced repeatedly.

Listen today on how to get started, what to know, and how to be the change you want to see in the world through podcasting.

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