<p>As 2025 winds down, we pause to reflect on the choices shaping where we’re headed next in our podcasting journeys and beyond. We explore the impact of saying yes and no as a community, through honest stories about doubt, trust, rest, creativity, and change.</p><p>We share what it looks like to release patterns that no longer fit, and how small, intentional choices can create space for clarity. This conversation isn’t about having it all figured out. It’s about noticing where we are, listening to each other, and giving ourselves permission to move forward with intention. If you’re standing at the edge of a new year feeling unsure, you’re not alone. Join us and take a moment to breathe, reflect, and remember that clarity often begins together.</p><p><strong>Episode Highlights:</strong></p><p>[02:23] Upcoming Podcast Evaluations and Reviews </p><p>[10:23] Setting Intentions for 2026 </p><p>[13:57] Community Shares: Saying No and Yes in 2026 </p><p>[26:17] Embracing Trust and Overcoming Doubt </p><p>[28:10] Collaboration and Abundance </p><p>[30:17] Saying Yes to Business Risks and Personal Growth </p><p>[31:38] Avoiding Chaos and Embracing Community </p><p>[34:02] Helping Others and Finding Fulfillment </p><p>[41:49] Wins and Reflections from the Week </p><p><strong>Links & Resources: </strong></p><p>Join The Empowered Podcasting Facebook Group:</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredpodcasting" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredpodcasting</a></p><p>Empowered Podcasting Conference: </p><p><a href="http://www.eventbrite.com/e/empowered-podcasting-conference-tickets-1976757134803" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">www.eventbrite.com/e/empowered-podcasting-conference-tickets-1976757134803</a></p><p>Upcoming Podcast For Evaluation: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/44Mq04supW81rcuQeAVCB8?si=I-vp9camTrK0bvw1ZX6g6g" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://open.spotify.com/episode/44Mq04supW81rcuQeAVCB8?si=I-vp9camTrK0bvw1ZX6g6g</a></p><p>To Have Your Podcast Considered For Evaluation, Please Complete This Form: </p><p><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc8-Xv6O6lrNPcPJwj3N0Z5Osdl-5kHGz_PiAU45U57S-XgoA/viewform" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc8-Xv6O6lrNPcPJwj3N0Z5Osdl-5kHGz_PiAU45U</a></p><p>Rethinking Podcasting With Matthew Bliss: </p><p><a href="https://rethinkingpodcasting.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://rethinkingpodcasting.com</a></p><p>Remember to rate, follow, share, and review our podcast. Your support helps us grow and bring valuable content to the podcasting community.</p><p>Join us LIVE every weekday morning at 7 am ET (US) on Clubhouse: <a href="https://www.clubhouse.com/house/empowered-podcasting-e6nlrk0w%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> https://www.clubhouse.com/house/empowered-podcasting-e6nlrk0w</a></p><p>Or Join us on Chatter:<a href="https://preview.chattersocial.io/group/98a69881-f328-4eae-bf3c-9b0bb741481d" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> https://preview.chattersocial.io/group/98a69881-f328-4eae-bf3c-9b0bb741481d</a></p><p>Live on YouTube: <a href="https://youtube.com/@marcronick%E2%81%A0" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://youtube.com/@marcronick</a></p><p>Brought to you by<a href="http://ironickmedia.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> iRonickMedia.com</a> </p><p>Please note that some links may be affiliate links, which support the hosts of the PMC. Thank you!</p><p>--- Send in your mailbag question at:<a href="https://www.podpage.com/pmc/contact/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> https://www.podpage.com/pmc/contact/</a> or [email protected]</p><p>Want to be a guest on The Podcasting Morning Chat? Send me a message on PodMatch, here: </p><p><a href="https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1729879899384520035bad21b" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1729879899384520035bad21b</a></p><p><br></p>
![<p>As 2025 winds down, we pause to reflect on the choices shaping where we’re headed next in our podcasting journeys and beyond. We explore the impact of saying yes and no as a community, through honest stories about doubt, trust, rest, creativity, and change.</p><p>We share what it looks like to release patterns that no longer fit, and how small, intentional choices can create space for clarity. This conversation isn’t about having it all figured out. It’s about noticing where we are, listening to each other, and giving ourselves permission to move forward with intention. If you’re standing at the edge of a new year feeling unsure, you’re not alone. Join us and take a moment to breathe, reflect, and remember that clarity often begins together.</p><p><strong>Episode Highlights:</strong></p><p>[02:23] Upcoming Podcast Evaluations and Reviews </p><p>[10:23] Setting Intentions for 2026 </p><p>[13:57] Community Shares: Saying No and Yes in 2026 </p><p>[26:17] Embracing Trust and Overcoming Doubt </p><p>[28:10] Collaboration and Abundance </p><p>[30:17] Saying Yes to Business Risks and Personal Growth </p><p>[31:38] Avoiding Chaos and Embracing Community </p><p>[34:02] Helping Others and Finding Fulfillment </p><p>[41:49] Wins and Reflections from the Week </p><p><strong>Links & Resources: </strong></p><p>Join The Empowered Podcasting Facebook Group:</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredpodcasting" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredpodcasting</a></p><p>Empowered Podcasting Conference: </p><p><a href="http://www.eventbrite.com/e/empowered-podcasting-conference-tickets-1976757134803" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">www.eventbrite.com/e/empowered-podcasting-conference-tickets-1976757134803</a></p><p>Upcoming Podcast For Evaluation: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/44Mq04supW81rcuQeAVCB8?si=I-vp9camTrK0bvw1ZX6g6g" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://open.spotify.com/episode/44Mq04supW81rcuQeAVCB8?si=I-vp9camTrK0bvw1ZX6g6g</a></p><p>To Have Your Podcast Considered For Evaluation, Please Complete This Form: </p><p><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc8-Xv6O6lrNPcPJwj3N0Z5Osdl-5kHGz_PiAU45U57S-XgoA/viewform" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc8-Xv6O6lrNPcPJwj3N0Z5Osdl-5kHGz_PiAU45U</a></p><p>Rethinking Podcasting With Matthew Bliss: </p><p><a href="https://rethinkingpodcasting.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://rethinkingpodcasting.com</a></p><p>Remember to rate, follow, share, and review our podcast. Your support helps us grow and bring valuable content to the podcasting community.</p><p>Join us LIVE every weekday morning at 7 am ET (US) on Clubhouse: <a href="https://www.clubhouse.com/house/empowered-podcasting-e6nlrk0w%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> https://www.clubhouse.com/house/empowered-podcasting-e6nlrk0w</a></p><p>Or Join us on Chatter:<a href="https://preview.chattersocial.io/group/98a69881-f328-4eae-bf3c-9b0bb741481d" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> https://preview.chattersocial.io/group/98a69881-f328-4eae-bf3c-9b0bb741481d</a></p><p>Live on YouTube: <a href="https://youtube.com/@marcronick%E2%81%A0" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://youtube.com/@marcronick</a></p><p>Brought to you by<a href="http://ironickmedia.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> iRonickMedia.com</a> </p><p>Please note that some links may be affiliate links, which support the hosts of the PMC. Thank you!</p><p>--- Send in your mailbag question at:<a href="https://www.podpage.com/pmc/contact/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"> https://www.podpage.com/pmc/contact/</a> or marc@ironickmedia.com</p><p>Want to be a guest on The Podcasting Morning Chat? Send me a message on PodMatch, here: </p><p><a href="https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1729879899384520035bad21b" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1729879899384520035bad21b</a></p><p><br></p>](https://us-central1-podcastguru-217d6.cloudfunctions.net/gcf_get_image?image_url=https://is1-ssl.mzstatic.com/image/thumb/Podcasts211/v4/ec/14/c1/ec14c119-bc16-cb92-901f-009d72d7eaa8/mza_1041736305117376633.jpg/600x600bb.jpg&width=300&height=300&api_key=xqFmUFX5BHLBTA)
