Podcast guest guide

Welcome to the Rhythm Changes Podcast, and thank you for being generous with your time! I‘m Chris, the host of the podcast.

This guide is for recording episodes at the Vancouver Public Library Central Branch in downtown Vancouver, BC.

You should have already been in touch with me about doing an episode before reading this guide. If that's not the case, please continue on to the other parts of this website.

Need-to-knows

Where we record: it’s on level 3 of the library, up the one flight of escalator and to the left in the Inspiration Lab area. I’ll be in the room marked “3 - Live Room” and you can just knock on the door.

• There's no video
• It's not live, it gets edited (go ahead and re-speak or gather your thoughts, any time)
• We'll take about 90 minutes of total time
• You don’t need to bring anything (other than a bottle of water, coffee, etc.)
• You don’t need to prepare anything
• I ask for a photo of you (with a photographer credit) to use in the episode‘s graphic. Haven’t send one yet? Please send me a photo.

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FAQ

A real human who appeared on the podcast has asked each of these questions.

Do you edit the conversation?

Yes, minimally, to catch things like washroom breaks or technical issues.

Can we record on Zoom / online?

No, this podcast is a local show where spending time in-person together is a priority.

How long will recording take?

We aim for about 90 minutes of total time together. I often go longer when we’re enjoying the conversation and when you don’t have to leave at a specific time.

Does the podcast have video?

No.

Is there a washroom?

Yes, level 3 of the library has washrooms and a water bottle fill station. They‘re on the right-hand side when you arrive up the escalator, instead of the left where the Inspiration Lab is.

Who will be there when I go to record?

Just me.

Am I 'live' as soon as we sit down in the room?

No, you'll check in and give consent before any recording happens.

Do you send me questions in advance?

No.

What if I'm running late?

If you don't arrive within 30 minutes of the start time, the booking is cancelled. I might offer to reschedule.

How do I make my voice sound good?

• Have the mic positioned at an angle toward you, from the side or from below your mouth
• Keep the mic just above chin level (not riding up toward your nose)
• Stay close to the mic

Will I hear my own voice while we record?

No, we don't wear headphones or hear our own voices.

I have accessibility questions

Contact me with your questions. We'll figure out the best solution to meet your needs.

Is explicit language allowed?

Yes.

Do you include tracks / snippets of my music in the episode?

No. this is a gray area in terms of copyright that the producer Will Chernoff chooses to avoid.

Can we cut out something that I said? Can I send edit notes? May I hear the episode before it comes out?

During the recording, if you want something 'off-the-record' or 'edited out', you can tell me about it. I honour 100% of these requests, always.

However, I can’t accept edit notes after the recording has stopped.

I can’t provide advance listening for guests.

When do you release new episodes?

Approximately every 2 weeks on Tuesday mornings. Follow the podcast feed in your app of choice, and you'll see your episode as soon as it comes out.

Thanks again!