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How to create your first interview

2 questions answered• 183 views• Updated September 25, 2026
Sign up at contentpod.co and click New Interview on your dashboard. Choose a topic and an interview style, answer the AI's questions by voice or text while it adapts follow-ups, then review and edit the transcript before using the AI tools to generate posts and articles.
1How to create your first interview

Getting started with ContentPod is simple. Follow these steps to create your first AI-powered interview:

1. Sign up and choose a plan

2. Start a new interview

  • Click "New Interview" from your dashboard
  • Enter your interview topic or let the AI suggest topics
  • Choose your interview style: casual, journalist, expert, coach, investigative, or friendly
  • Select voice or text input mode

3. Answer the AI's questions

  • The AI asks you relevant questions based on your topic
  • Answer naturally — speak or type your responses
  • The AI adapts its follow-up questions based on your answers
  • Starter interviews can be up to 15 minutes; Creator, Pro, and Team plans allow up to 30 minutes

4. Review your transcript

  • Review your full interview transcript
  • Edit any parts that need clarification
  • Fix any transcription errors before generating content

5. Generate content with AI tools

2Tips for your first interview
  • Find a quiet space with minimal background noise for voice input
  • Speak clearly and at a natural pace
  • Don't worry about being perfect — you can edit everything later
  • Share your expertise and personal experiences
  • Let the AI guide you through the conversation

Ready to try more tools? Check out our complete guide to AI interviews or explore the full AI tools suite.

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What content output formats and AI tools does ContentPod offer?

ContentPod includes separate AI tools that generate specific content types and several export formats. You can create content from an interview transcript or write from scratch using the writing and creative tools, then export results as copy, Markdown, plain text, HTML with Schema, or PDF.

How do I get started with my first interview?

Create an account, start a New Interview from your dashboard, answer the AI's questions, and then use the platform tools to convert the interview transcript into publishable content. The process is designed to take minutes and requires minimal preparation.

What if I run out of things to say during an interview?

Running out of things to say is common. ContentPod's AI helps by providing context, asking adaptive follow-up questions, breaking complex topics into smaller parts, and saving your progress so you can pause and return.

Should I use voice or text input?

Use voice when you want faster, more natural, storytelling responses. Use text when you need precision, are in a noisy or privacy-sensitive situation, or lack a microphone; you can switch between voice and text during the same interview.

Do I need any technical skills to use ContentPod?

No. ContentPod does not require technical skills — you can answer questions naturally and the AI generates your content without coding, prompt engineering, or website setup. The interface is click-to-start with clear instructions and one-click content generation.