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{"blocks":[{"key":"9p1o","text":"In this episode of \"Behind the Mic Talkshow\", host Arjun Sundararajan chats with Pete A Turner, Executive Producer and Podcast Producer. The two delve into a detailed conversation about Pete's own show, its unique format, and how he manages the multiple dynamics of hosting a podcast.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"aijjb","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"2pjt","text":"Known for his diverse and ever-evolving podcast, \"Break Down Show\", Pete shares how he dislikes niches because life isn't a niche. His show covers everything from social issues to music and espionage, offering something for everyone. He compares the spontaneity of his show to engaging, unpredictable conversations one might have at a café, always offering exciting insights from his wide array of guests.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"bgv5k","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"4n81r","text":"Pete outlines how his show primarily began from his underlying passion for sharing stories stemming from his own wartime experiences. Leveraging his interviewing skills from the field, he realized there was much to convey and wanted to use this platform to share his experiences effectively. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"6jop7","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"67thc","text":"As Pete reflected back on the beginnings of his podcast, he declared that there were no particular goals in mind, but just a drive to create a show that resonated with listeners. Arjun and Pete further discussed the inception of Pete's podcast, how he initially aimed to tap into the comedian network and use Amazon links as a source of revenue, which didn't necessarily pan out as expected.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"u92i","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"a4v67","text":"But with ten years in the podcasting world, Pete still continues to explore the potential of the medium. His show uses a co-hosting style, preferring to have at least three people on most episodes for that dynamic conversation. Having another person onboard, according to Pete, helps him interpret and comprehend perspectives better - all while ensuring a smooth flow of the overall conversation.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"cr56c","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"cv4c3","text":"When asked about the challenge of fulfilling the requirements of the guest speaker, the co-host, and the audience, Pete mentions the three critical areas he focuses on - \"what is the show need, what is the guest need, and what does the audience need\". In his dual role as a producer and host, Pete is always seeking to strike a balance between these three elements. His experience allows him to address each of these areas seamlessly in producing his shows, continually serving a delectable buffet of conversations for his listeners. Closer to a conversation curator than host, Pete brings his unique style to the fore with each episode. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"6v7r2","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"7ibnf","text":"Through the conversation, the inherent understanding of Pete's passion and commitment to creating genuinely engaging and diverse podcasting content becomes clear. His commitment to presenting his audience with fresh and dynamic topics keeps the avid listeners of \"Break Down Show\" hooked, episode after episode.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"2ls72","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{}}