Thank you for your interest in being a guest on The Common Ground Podcast. While topics will be discussed during your episode, it’s important to understand that topics are the result of your story, not the starting point. Think of your story as the tree and the topics as its fruit. When your story is the foundation, authenticity shines through. Conversely, starting with a topic can lead to a loss of integrity, which audiences can often perceive.

With this in mind, let’s explore how to approach topic selection:

Examples of Topics

The following list is not exhaustive but serves to inspire your thought process:

• Mental Health & Personal Growth: Anorexia, Bullying, Eating Disorders, Depression, Self-Improvement, Self-Awareness, Motivation, Procrastination, Anger
• Identity & Relationships: Co-dependency, Gender Identity, Identity Crisis, Love, Relationships, Marriage, Divorce, Cheating, Dating
• Trauma & Recovery: Hurting Yourself, Suicide, Rape, Molestation, Sex Trafficking
• Family & Upbringing: Favoritism, Generational Curses
• Education & Learning: Dyslexia, Learning, Teaching
• Societal Issues: Crime, Race​

How to Choose a Topic

• Start with Your Story: Reflect on experiences that have significantly impacted your life.
• Identify the Core Message: Consider what lessons or insights emerged from these experiences.
• Connect to a Broader Theme: Determine which broader topics your story naturally touches upon.

Remember, no topic is inherently more important than another. Often, subjects perceived as less significant affect more people and can resonate deeply with a wider audience.

What Makes for a Good Topic?

• Personal Relevance: Choose a topic that you are passionate about and that holds personal significance.
• Focused Scope: While it’s natural to have multiple areas of interest, it’s best to concentrate on one topic per episode to maintain clarity and depth.
• Authenticity: Ensure that the topic arises organically from your personal experiences, allowing for a genuine and heartfelt discussion.​

If you have multiple topics you’d like to explore, there’s always the possibility of returning for future episodes.

We hope this guidance assists you in selecting a topic that authentically represents your story. We look forward to the opportunity to share your journey with our audience.