What is an interview podcast?

An interview podcast is a type of audio or video show where the host has conversations with guests. The hosts asks questions, and explores the stories and experiences that make each person unique.

Unlike solo podcasts or scripted audio dramas, interview podcasts are driven by real-time dialogue. They often feel personal, unscripted, and spontaneous. At their best, they’re more than just Q&A sessions—they’re windows into who someone is and what they’ve lived through.

Why Do People Love Interview Podcasts?

Interview podcasts are popular because they tap into something universal: curiosity. We want to understand each other. We want to learn from people who think differently or see the world in unexpected ways. And sometimes, we just want to hear a good story told honestly.

Whether the topic is entrepreneurship, art, identity, grief, joy, or something in between, interview podcasts invite us into someone else’s life for a little while.

What Makes a Good Interview Podcast?

A great interview podcast isn’t just about asking the right questions, it’s about listening. It’s about slowing down, staying curious, and creating a space where people feel safe to share something real.

Good interview podcasts often include:

• A thoughtful host asking meaningful questions
• Guests who bring unique perspectives or life experiences
• Conversations that go beyond the surface
• A balance of structure and spontaneity

Some podcasts are light and funny, others are deep and emotional. Many are both.

Examples of Popular Interview Podcasts

Here are a few examples of well-known interview podcasts:

• WTF with Marc Maron – Honest, unfiltered conversations with comedians, musicians, and actors.
• The Tim Ferriss Show – In-depth interviews with high performers across many fields.
• On Being with Krista Tippett – Thoughtful discussions about meaning, faith, and the human condition.
• Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard – Warm, funny, and often revealing chats with celebrities and thinkers.

Of course, there are thousands more niche indie shows and household names.

So Many Questions: A New Kind of Interview Podcast

If you’re looking for an interview podcast that blends depth with humor, structure with surprise, check out So Many Questions…. Hosted by Kendall Guillemette, the show explores what makes people who they are beyond the labels, titles, and roles.

It’s about the moments that shape us, the questions that intrigue us, and the things that bring us joy. We don’t always find clear answers. But we do find connection.