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On the Importance of Good Storytelling and Historical Accuracy in Podcasting
The hosts of a podcast called "American Scandal" discuss their approach to crafting engaging stories with historical accuracy, often going down tangents in order to find the best angle for the story.
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Dan Carlin, military historian and host of Hardcore History, discusses his approach to creating episodes relating to historical events and his methods for researching those events.
3:05:34 - 3:07:01 (01:27)
Summary
Dan Carlin, military historian and host of Hardcore History, discusses his approach to creating episodes relating to historical events and his methods for researching those events. He also shares the fact that he has ideas for episodes that he's keeping in his back pocket for later.
ChapterOn the Importance of Good Storytelling and Historical Accuracy in Podcasting
Episode#136 – Dan Carlin: Hardcore History
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The speaker reflects on the process of creating a 26-hour improvised podcast series on the centennial of World War I and emotionally connecting with the subject matter.
3:07:01 - 3:08:10 (01:08)
Summary
The speaker reflects on the process of creating a 26-hour improvised podcast series on the centennial of World War I and emotionally connecting with the subject matter.
ChapterOn the Importance of Good Storytelling and Historical Accuracy in Podcasting
Episode#136 – Dan Carlin: Hardcore History
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The host discusses how he uses both notes and improvisation to create his political show, including how it allows for tangents and experimentation, but also acknowledges the transitory nature of his material due to its political nature.
3:08:10 - 3:10:43 (02:32)
Summary
The host discusses how he uses both notes and improvisation to create his political show, including how it allows for tangents and experimentation, but also acknowledges the transitory nature of his material due to its political nature.
ChapterOn the Importance of Good Storytelling and Historical Accuracy in Podcasting
Episode#136 – Dan Carlin: Hardcore History
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
A good piece of work is more important than sticking to a release schedule, and a focus on quality is what gives podcasts longevity.
3:10:43 - 3:13:51 (03:08)
Summary
A good piece of work is more important than sticking to a release schedule, and a focus on quality is what gives podcasts longevity. Facts are important in creating a full picture, but what ultimately matters is how good the storytelling is.