Buzz Knight: Crafting Podcasts That Connect

About this episode

Buzz Knight discusses his podcasting journey, the evolution of his shows, and the importance of music storytelling.

I reconnect with Buzz Knight to explore the evolution of Buzz’s podcasting journey and his growing audio network. Buzz traces the roots of his “Takin a Walk” podcast from its original in-person, outdoor concept—where he literally walked and talked with guests—through the practical challenges of weather and audio quality, to its current virtual format with a strong focus on music-centered storytelling. Leveraging his radio experience both on air and in programming, Buzz explains how classic broadcast skills—crafting narrative, building anticipation, and smart promotion—translate directly into podcasting. He describes his partnership with iHeart, crediting executive Julie Talbot for championing the show and helping amplify it across the company’s powerful marketing and sales infrastructure. Buzz also details the expansion of his network under Buzz Knight Media Productions, including “ Music Saved Me” with Lynn Hoffman and i ts spin-off “Comedy Saved Me.”  He talks about “Taking a Walk Nashville” with Sarah Harrelson as an embedded local host, citing Nashville’s unique creative energy and her drive…

People in this episode

Host: Matt Cundill

Guest: Buzz Knight

Topics covered

• podcasting
• music storytelling
• audio network
• broadcast skills
• independent artists
• creative energy

Keywords

• podcasting
• audio network
• music discovery
• narrative crafting
• independent artists
• true crime
• Nashville

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: iHeart, Buzz Knight Media Productions

Books & works: Takin a Walk, Music Saved Me, Comedy Saved Me, Taking a Walk Nashville

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