Tuesday, October 7, 2025

The Truth About “Off the Cuff”

Great radio and great podcasts never just happen.

That’s the illusion.

Every quick joke that sounds spontaneous was likely tested and tweaked.
Every clean transition was imagined first. Then Rehearsed several times before it aired. That's prep work.
Every guest segment that hits on time? That’s planning.

I’ve seen it too many times. Folks who “wing it” usually learn the hard way. The difference between a show people remember and one they tolerate is always preparation.


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