Longform Podcast #578: Lissa Soep

Lissa Soep, an audio producer, editor and author, was interviewed in the 578th episode of the Longform Podcast, released in May 2024. The episode focused on Soep’s career and her latest book, *Other People’s Words: Friendship, Loss, and the Conversations That Never End*.

Soep discussed her work in audio production and editing, emphasizing the collaborative nature of her voice as a creator. “I am so keenly aware of how much my own voice is a product of editing relationships and co-producing relationships with other people's words,” she said. “I will forever feel indebted to those then-young people who are now writers and educators and therapists. I feel like my voice is sort of a product of that time.”

The conversation also explored themes from her book, which examines the lasting impact of conversations, particularly in times of grief and friendship. Soep reflected on how her experiences in audio production have shaped her perspective on communication and memory.

The Longform Podcast episode is available for download, as the embedded audio player is unsupported in some browsers. The podcast is hosted on the Longform website, where additional episodes and resources can be found.

Soep’s work bridges audio storytelling and written narrative, highlighting the interplay between personal relationships and professional craft. Her insights into editing and co-creation offer a perspective on how voices—and lives—are shaped by collaboration.