Have you ever heard those crazy stories about musicians who would include ridiculous requests in their riders, like Van Halen and their brown M&M clause? Ever wonder exactly what a rider is, and if you need one?

While you don't need to go the Van Halen brown M&M route, a speaking rider is still a good idea. On today's solo episode I explain what a rider is, why you should have one, and why sometimes those ridiculous requests have a good reason behind them!

You'll hear about all of that and much more on the 85th edition of The Speaker Lab.

THE FINER DETAILS OF THIS SHOW:

• The important reason Van Halen didn't want brown M&Ms backstage.
• What I include in my rider, and what you should you include in yours.
• Can you request a specific seating style at your speaking gig?
• Should you include your rider as part of the contract, or separate?
• How to walk the fine line between making requests and being demanding.
• What is the point of having a rider?
• Do most clients read and remember riders?
• And so much more!

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