Should you write a script for your episodes?

Published: July 2, 2017, 7 p.m.

b"When you\\u2019re new to podcasting it\\u2019s natural to want to script everything because having words on paper can feel like a warm security blanket. But reading from a script on your podcast immediately distances you from your audience.\\n\\nWhy? Because you\\u2019re more focused on the page than you are on them.\\n\\nIn this episode, I explain how to make sure you're prepared and have all the information you need in front of you without disconnecting from the people who are listening to your show.\\n\\nResources...\\n\\nEpisode show notes... https://rachelcorbett.com.au/should-you-script-podcast-episodes/\\nMy podcast guide... http://podcastguide.com.au/\\nMy online podcasting course... https://podschool.com.au/\\nThe resources page of my website... https://rachelcorbett.com.au/resources/\\n\\nAbout me...\\n\\nMy name is Rachel Corbett and I\\u2019ve worked professionally for over two decades in radio and podcasting.\\nI\\u2019ve worked in front of the mic hosting radio shows for some of the biggest networks in Australia and I\\u2019ve been at the helm of over ten podcasts including Google Australia\\u2019s first podcast, Rethink.\\n\\nI\\u2019ve also worked behind the scenes as Head of Podcasts for two major audio networks - Mamamia and Nova Entertainment where I\\u2019ve overseen the development and production of over 50 shows. And I have my own online podcasting course, PodSchool.\\n\\nSo if you're looking for someone who knows what they're talking about when it comes to podcasting, you've come to the right place.\\n\\nGet in touch...\\n\\nTwitter: @RachelCorbett\\nFacebook: @RachCorbett\\nInstagram: @_RachelCorbett\\nWebsite: www.rachelcorbett.com"