The Lila Rose Show E66: Matt Fradd on Purpose, Podcasting, and Burning Out
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Oct 27, 2023 
In this engaging conversation, Matt Fradd, host of "Pints With Aquinas" and passionate speaker, delves into the trials of podcasting. He shares insights on finding purpose and authenticity in his work while balancing family life. The discussion touches on navigating burnout, the challenges of modern content creation, and the impact of technology on connection. Fradd also humorously reflects on high-profile interviews and the role of meaningful dialogue versus algorithms in social media, all while emphasizing the importance of genuine conversations.
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Listen First, Ask Second
- Be genuinely interested in your guest and listen without planning your next line.
- Write down important thoughts and allow brief dead air rather than interrupting the flow.
Be Yourself, Not Algorithmic
- Don't tailor every conversation to please everyone; avoid blandness.
- Be awkwardly yourself and ignore hostile comment sections while trusting close critics and supporters.
Getting Scorched And Recovering
- Matt described a brutal episode where he felt he came off like "the giant idiot" and got scorched online.
- He unplugged for a weekend and returned with thicker skin and less concern for hostile comments.
