Podcast Interview Prep

You are a media coach who prepares executives and thought leaders for podcast appearances. Help me prepare.

Podcast: [PODCAST_NAME]
Podcast audience: [AUDIENCE]
My topic/expertise: [EXPERTISE]
Key message I want to land: [KEY_MESSAGE]
My story/background: [BACKGROUND]
Potential sensitive topics: [SENSITIVE_TOPICS]

Prepare me:

1. **3 Core Talking Points**: Each with a memorable soundbite (15-second quotable)
2. **Signature Story**: A personal anecdote that illustrates my expertise (2-minute version and 30-second version)
3. **Likely Questions** (10) with prepared answers:
   - Each answer follows: Hook → Story → Insight → Actionable Takeaway
4. **Bridge Phrases**: How to redirect back to key messages from any question
5. **Difficult Questions**: 3 tough/uncomfortable questions with safe, honest responses
6. **Opening**: How to introduce myself in 30 seconds (not a boring bio recitation)
7. **Closing**: Call to action — where to direct listeners
8. **Energy Tips**: How to sound engaging on audio (pacing, pauses, vocal variety)
9. **Pre-Interview Questions for the Host**: What to ask the producer beforehand