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33. What’s Stopping You? Do the “Thing” Already

Podcasting Your Way - Creative Freedom in Podcasting

Release Date: 05/29/2025

42. Why Good Enough Should Be the Bar in Podcasting

Podcasting Your Way - Creative Freedom in Podcasting

Most people overthink, procrastinate and don’t launch their podcast or episode because they’re trying to make everything perfect. It needs to SOUND perfect. The cover art needs to LOOK perfect. Everything needs to be exactly RIGHT. But here’s the thing: My very first episode was recorded on a Sony PlayStation mic. My first guest episode sounded like it was recorded in a fishbowl. And yet… I still released them. Maybe that was blind innocence.. But honestly, I’m glad I did. What I want to share with you today, shortly and sweetly, is why good enough should be the bar in podcasting,...

41. Podcast Naming Tips to Save You From Headaches Later

Podcasting Your Way - Creative Freedom in Podcasting

Before you record a single episode or before you design cover art, there’s one decision that quietly affects everything about your podcast. And that’s the name of your show. I see people rush this step all the time. Not because they don’t care, but because they’re excited. They want momentum. They want to move. They don’t want to get stuck overthinking. I get it. But naming your podcast is not just a creative exercise. It’s a practical one. And when it’s done without intention, it can create unnecessary roadblocks later. So in this episode, I walk you through how to name your...

40. A Calm and Clear Podcast Launch Plan for 2026

Podcasting Your Way - Creative Freedom in Podcasting

Motivation doesn’t launch podcasts. A plan does. This week’s episode is about how simple structure can turn podcasting from a stressful someday idea into something you actually feel excited and confident starting. I’m not a big resolutions person. I’ve never really bought into the whole “new year, new you” energy. But I am very much a goals person, especially goals that come with a plan attached. And for me, structure is what makes follow through possible. This episode walks through what I actually mean when I say “podcast launch plan.” Not a rigid, intimidating document. Not a...

39. Pausing Your Podcast Is Not a Personal Failure

Podcasting Your Way - Creative Freedom in Podcasting

Burnout doesn’t always mean you need to quit your podcast. And it also doesn’t mean you need to push through at all costs. Sometimes the most responsible and creative choice is to pause. That’s the topic of this week’s short episode. This episode focuses on what happens when you have already adjusted, simplified, shortened, batched, repurposed, or scaled back and it still feels heavy. That does not mean you are doing podcasting wrong. It means your system needs rest. That’s it. Some pauses come with guilt (ask me how I know). Others felt like a deep exhale. What I learned...

38. Apple Podcast Chapters (Why Automatic Features Aren’t for Every Show)

Podcasting Your Way - Creative Freedom in Podcasting

This episode breaks down what Apple Podcast chapters actually are, how they differ from the timestamps many podcasters already use, and why for a lot of shows this feature is a nice-to-know, not a must-do. Apple Podcasts recently rolled out chapters, and you may be wondering if you need to change what you’re doing or if you need to be concerned that Apple may now create chapters automatically behind the scenes. I walk through how chapters work, the difference between manual chapters and Apple’s AI-generated ones, and why more features don’t always mean better podcasting. If...

37. When Your Podcast Makes an Impact

Podcasting Your Way - Creative Freedom in Podcasting

Today’s conversation is about impact in podcasting. Not the numbers, but the connection, consistency, and growth that actually make a difference. It’s easy to believe impact is measured in downloads, rankings, or audience size. To assume that if your show isn’t “big,” it isn’t doing much. You don’t always see the impact you are creating. You don’t always get feedback. But when you keep showing up, when you allow yourself to grow, and when you lead with connection, your work lands exactly where it’s meant to. 🎧 Want the full story and why this matters for your...

36. DIY Podcast Setup That Works (Without Overcomplicating It)

Podcasting Your Way - Creative Freedom in Podcasting

Hear about some of my favorite beginner-friendly mic options (for new and veteran podcasters alike), the gear you truly need, and the tiny tweaks that make your audio instantly better… no studio required. There’s so much pressure in podcasting to buy the “perfect” setup. Expensive mics, interfaces, boom arms, the whole thing. But you don’t need a full-blown studio to sound great, truly. Most podcasters start with simple, affordable gear and build from there. A solid mic, a pop filter, and a steady stand can take you so far. And when you pair that with a few small technique...

35. Confidence vs. Comparison in the Podcasting Space

Podcasting Your Way - Creative Freedom in Podcasting

This episode talks about something every podcaster wrestles with at some point: comparison. Any time you’re creating something new or evolving your show, it’s almost impossible not to peek at what everyone else is doing. Their downloads. Their guests. Their gear. Their… everything. And before you know it, you’re spiraling into “they’re doing it better than me.” Yep. Been there. Comparison is normal. Comparison is also a confidence killer if you let it take over. Back in 2008, when I was hosting my very first show, A Virtual Perception, I felt so proud of what I was building. Then...

34. The Conversation We Need to Have About Podcast Stats

Podcasting Your Way - Creative Freedom in Podcasting

I want to take a moment to talk about something that trips up so many podcasters (myself included): stats/analytics. Whether you're new to podcasting or have been doing this a long time, it’s easy to get caught up in the numbers… and what does it all even mean? After 17 years in podcasting, here’s what I know for sure: 👉 Stats matter, to a point. 👉 Stats also don’t matter, at all. Think of stats like having an umbrella when the forecast calls for rain. It’s smart to have on hand, but you don’t need to open it every five minutes “just in case.” Stats are a tool: not...

33. What’s Stopping You? Do the “Thing” Already

Podcasting Your Way - Creative Freedom in Podcasting

Podcasting sounds exciting until fear, perfectionism, or tech overwhelm pulls you back to square one. If you’ve had the idea, the name, the notes in your phone, but just can’t seem to start, this episode is here to clear the mental clutter and help you move forward. I’m sharing the most common reasons people stay stuck in “someday” mode (myself included) and how to shift out of it with grace (and a little tough love). Whether you’re launching for the first time or finding your way back after a pause, you don’t have to wait for perfect. What You’ll Hear: Why “the perfect...

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I’m sharing the most common reasons people stay stuck in “someday” mode (myself included) and how to shift out of it with grace (and a little tough love). Whether you’re launching for the first time or finding your way back after a pause, you don’t have to wait for perfect.

What You’ll Hear:

Why “the perfect time” to launch your podcast rarely exists
How fear of judgment and people-pleasing keeps you from using your voice
A fresh perspective on tech overwhelm (and why you don’t need to know it all now)
How to handle vulnerable topics when you're worried what others might think
The beauty of starting before you feel ready
A better question to ask than “Is this good enough?”

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