Storytellers
You have lived through something funny, meaningful, surprising, difficult, or just too good not to share.
Podcast Guest Opportunities
Bring a real story, a point of view, or something worth talking about to the OMTS table.
A good conversation starts here
You do not need a perfect story. Just a real one.
The best OMTS guests sound like themselves. They bring a story that has some miles on it, an opinion they can stand behind, or a little bit of life that makes other people say, “Yeah, I know exactly what you mean.” That is the good stuff.
Maybe you have built a business, kept a band together, started something in your town, raised a family, changed careers, or simply collected enough stories to make a long dinner better. If you can speak honestly about it, there may be a seat for you at the OMTS table.
Who belongs in the conversation
Bring the part of life people actually want to hear about.
Local voices
You know your town, care about the people in it, and have an idea or project that brings people together.
Business owners
You have a real reason for doing what you do and can talk about the work without turning the whole thing into a commercial.
Musicians and makers
You make music, create something, put on a show, or keep a local scene moving with more heart than fanfare.
The OMTS way
A conversation, not an interrogation.
OMTS is built around the kind of talk that happens when people are comfortable enough to stop performing. There is room for a good laugh, a little honesty, a few unexpected turns, and the stories that do not fit neatly into a social-media caption.
You will not be expected to show up with a media kit, a rehearsed speech, or a stack of talking points. Come ready to talk like a person. Tell the truth, have a little fun, and let the conversation go where it needs to go.
Finding your angle
The best guest idea is usually sitting right in your own life.
You do not need to tell your whole life story in one sitting. Start with the part that still makes you laugh, think, shake your head, or pick up the phone and call somebody. That is often where a memorable conversation begins.
It could be the job that taught you more than you expected, the moment you decided to start over, the local place you refuse to see disappear, the song that changed a room, or the people who helped you when things got hard. Specific beats impressive every time.
Start with the turning point
Tell us what changed. A good decision, a wrong turn, an unexpected break, or one wild story can give the conversation a place to start.
Make it useful or memorable
The strongest stories leave people with a laugh, a lesson, a new idea, or a reason to see their own life a little differently.
Keep it honest
You do not need a polished version. The details, the mistakes, and the human part are what make people want to listen.
How to get started
Tell OMTS what you would bring to the table.
Send a short note
Share who you are, what you would like to talk about, and the part of your story that feels most worth sharing.
Give us the real version
A few honest details are more useful than a polished pitch. Let OMTS know why this conversation matters to you.
Wait for the right fit
The team reviews guest ideas and gets back in touch when there is a natural place for your story in the conversation.
Leave the sales pitch at home
What makes a guest conversation work.
A strong guest is not someone with every answer. It is someone willing to be present, listen, and share a real point of view. The stories people remember are usually the ones with a little texture: what changed, what went sideways, what you learned, and why you still care.
If you are coming on to talk about a business, band, or organization, bring the human part. Explain what got you started, the people you want to serve, the moments that made it worth the trouble, and the reason you keep showing up.
- A story that gives people something to think about or laugh about.
- A willingness to speak plainly instead of reading a script.
- Respect for the people at the table and the people listening.
- Curiosity, good humor, and a point of view that is your own.
- A conversation that stays away from politics and stays close to real life.
Frequently asked questions
Before you pull up a chair.
Do I need to be famous or have a big following?
No. OMTS is interested in people with something genuine to say. A good story, a useful perspective, a local project, a band, a business, or a life experience can all make for a strong conversation.
What should I talk about on the show?
Start with the part of your story that people would enjoy hearing at a good table with friends. It might be a turning point, a lesson, a funny disaster, the work you care about, or something your community should know about.
Can I come on to talk about my business, band, or organization?
Yes, as long as there is a real conversation behind it. Tell people why the work matters, what brought you to it, and what you have learned along the way. A good story beats a sales pitch every time.
Do I need experience with podcasts or interviews?
No. You do not need polished answers or a rehearsed speech. Bring your own voice, be open, and let the conversation unfold naturally.
How do I ask to be a guest?
Send OMTS a short note about who you are and what you would like to talk about. The team will review your idea and follow up when there is a good fit for the show.
Bring it to OMTS.
If you have a story, a project, a business, a band, or a lesson that could start a real conversation, tell us about it.