The Ultimate Guide to Podcast Scripts That Captivate & Convert (Insider’s Toolkit Revealed!)
Can podcast scripts even work?
I do not depend on scripts for my podcast, but I do use bullet points. Yet I also know that what works for me may not necessarily work for others.
Why do I dislike scripting in the first place? Because our perfectionist tendencies can come out. We want to have a perfect podcast where we won’t miss out on anything. On the other hand, it can be because you tend to talk about things out of topic, then scripting is the best way for you.
So instead of convincing you to do otherwise, let me share some tips for you to use scripting correctly.
1. Make sure you’re not over-scripting
Over-scripting leads to putting ourselves in a box where we become limited with our thoughts. We even sometimes disregard our audience because we are so laser-focused on doing and saying what we have written in the script. We know it is important for you to rely on your script, but give space for personal experiences and stories to be shared.
You can include a part in your script to remind you where you can share your stories, allowing space for your actual emotions – letting the Holy Spirit come in and take over.
2. Do not be monotone
You know it’s hard to listen to an audiobook if it’s monotone and devoid of emotions.
The same thing with podcasts. Don’t read your script word for word. Add cues in your script where you can share real-time comments. Make sure that you have it organized so that you won’t be lost along the way if you ever discuss things off the script.
When you write your script, don’t let it be flat, let your emotions show, and add pauses and breaks. Use your script as a guide, but don’t let it box you.
3. Practice your podcast scripts!
Coming in early gives you ample time to practice before you start recording. Even if you have your podcast script ready, you still need to practice to get a good flow and to make sure everything will sound smooth. Sometimes what we write and when we say them aloud can send different meanings so these are the times you can use to tweak your script a bit.
Practice gives you the chance to check if everything you have written makes sense and if there’s some revision needed.
If you’re really into scripting, I have great news for you. In my podcast template shop, I have a podcast scripting guide that gives step-by-step information on how you can structure the podcast, and help you to connect with your audience, and still sound natural. This will surely help you script your podcast the right way.
I hope these tips and my podcast scripting guide will help you in your podcast journey. Take your podcast to the next level by making sure your script works for you and not against you!
