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EP 451: An Inbox Full of Lies
Nov 30, 2023
In this podcast, the hosts discuss the concept of cold pitches and their experience with receiving them. They delve into the irrelevance and dishonesty of these pitches, while also exploring the evolution of email inboxes. They emphasize the importance of warm pitches and wrap up by introducing their podcast 'Coldpitch' and sharing links to their projects.
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- Cold pitches in podcasting often lack relevance and authenticity, diminishing their credibility and raising questions about the transactional nature of our work.
- The inundation of emails in the inbox, coupled with the absence of nonverbal cues, makes it challenging to establish genuine connections and accurately interpret social meaning, creating an environment that is ripe for miscommunication and distrust.
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The Nature of Cold Pitches
Cold pitches in the podcasting world often lack relevance and authenticity, leading to skepticism and frustration. These pitches often start with false compliments or exaggerations, which immediately diminishes their credibility. The prevalence of such pitches raises questions about how we view our own value and the transactional nature of our work.
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