My Podcast Story

If you’ve ever wondered how to turn a deeply personal journey into a global podcast that breaks taboos and builds community, this episode is for you. I talk with Eve Hall, creator of the Please Me podcast, about her mission to destigmatize conversations around sex and sexual health. You’ll pick up practical advice on building podcast visibility, hear what it takes to stay authentic in a sensitive niche, and discover how Eve balances her roles as a health expert, inventor, and advocate. We also chat about the behind-the-scenes systems, tools, storytelling choices, and lessons in audience growth. Plus, you’ll get a down-to-earth look at what it really takes to keep going, and keep healing, through podcasting. Tune in for an honest conversation filled with wins, doubts, and wisdom.Connect With Eve HallWebsite: https://pleaseme.online/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/please.me.by.eve.creations/If My Podcast Story speaks to you, consider subscribing so you never miss an episode. And if you have a moment, leaving a review helps more people discover the stories shared here. Your support truly means a lot.There's more to every story than what you hear on the episode. Join the My Podcast Story newsletter to receive thoughtful takeaways, episode extras, and personal notes that don't make it into the show. It's a quiet way to stay inspired between listens.Sign up here: ⁠https://mypodcaststory.com/join⁠Chapters00:00 Getting Bombarded With Advertisers00:20 Welcome and Introduction to Eve01:19 From Physical Therapy to Podcasting02:47 A Second Coming of Age04:07 Launching a Sexual Health Practice05:00 The Lightbulb Moment for the Podcast06:08 From Conference Attendee to Speaker06:49 Global Podcast Growth and Recognition08:01 Loving Your Own Voice09:09 Finding Courage in Vulnerability10:15 Reaching Listeners Worldwide11:24 Choosing Podcast Topics That Matter12:19 The Values Guiding Content Choices13:20 Being an Introverted Podcaster14:20 Tackling Politics and Tough Topics15:05 How an Episode Gets Made16:12 Editor and Producer from Day One17:13 Essential Tools to Run the Show18:41 Quality Control After Publishing20:19 Switching Podcast Hosts22:02 What It Means to Be Independent23:15 How Megaphone Recruited Eve24:15 The Realities of Monetizing25:44 Cost and Revenue Sharing26:22 Navigating Vulnerability on Air28:08 The Secret to Explosive Podcast Growth29:44 Why Social Media Isn’t Enough30:57 Where Does the Marketing Budget Go?32:30 How Far $150/Month Can Go34:04 The Power of Podcast Advertising36:15 Systems That Fuel Consistency38:14 Learning Enough to Oversee Well39:25 Newsletter Lessons and Surprises41:42 Why Email Is a Podcast Lifeline43:19 The New Internet in Africa?44:10 Podcast Guesting as a Growth Tool45:19 Guesting Converts Listeners Already Primed46:21 Looking Ahead for Please Me47:45 Big Clit Energy and Owning Confidence49:54 Advice for Podcasters Tackling Sensitive Topics50:21 Publishing Rhythm and Where to Listen51:15 How to Connect With Eve52:30 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts

If you’ve ever wondered why so many interviews end up sounding the same, this episode is for you. I sit down with J.L. Palmer, a guide for podcasters who want to go beyond surface-level conversations and spark real connections. You'll pick up practical ideas for making your podcast memorable, hear honest stories about creative burnout and digital privacy, and learn how thoughtful auditing can turn good content into episodes people remember. We also chat about building a business in podcasting without losing your joy, and how to truly include both your guests and listeners in the process. Tune in for a refreshingly honest take on why depth matters more than volume, and how to keep your podcast both human and impactful.Connect With J.L. PalmerWebsite: http://jlpalmergroup.com/Substack: https://jlpalmerconsulting.substack.com/If My Podcast Story speaks to you, consider subscribing so you never miss an episode. And if you have a moment, leaving a review helps more people discover the stories shared here. Your support truly means a lot.There's more to every story than what you hear on the episode. Join the My Podcast Story newsletter to receive thoughtful takeaways, episode extras, and personal notes that don't make it into the show. It's a quiet way to stay inspired between listens.Sign up here: https://mypodcaststory.com/joinChapters00:00 Why Most Conversations Are Forgettable00:41 Creating Memorable Podcast Moments01:26 Conversations, Networking, and Podcast Auditing02:19 Defining "Memorable" in Podcasting03:45 The Problem with Cookie Cutter Content04:48 Authenticity vs. Perfection05:30 Coming Back After a Hiatus06:04 Embracing Curiosity and Not-Knowing06:45 Building the Podcast Audit Business08:02 What Makes Content Connect08:38 Free Audits and Case Studies10:16 How Long Does Change Take?11:12 Measuring Podcast Impact12:06 Rethinking Metrics Beyond Downloads14:04 Making Guests Feel Like Royalty15:42 Balancing Guest, Host, and Listener Needs17:26 The Real Reason for Podcasting18:45 The Power of Podcasting as Networking20:11 From Interviews to Production Burnout21:31 Overwhelm, Hard Drive Crashes, and Letting Go24:41 Digital Privacy in Podcasting25:22 Returning with Care and Boundaries26:16 Coaching Approaches and Unique Journeys27:34 New Podcast Dreams and Brand Choices29:00 Embracing Digital Anonymity31:17 Opportunities for Collaboration32:31 Does the Podcast Make Money?33:05 Self-Education Through Interviews34:10 Lessons Learned After a Thousand Conversations35:03 Top Three Podcasting Lessons36:34 Editing for Experience, Not Perfection38:33 Production Choices and Audience Respect39:39 How to Build a Podcasting Business43:54 Pitfalls of Treating Podcasts as Lead Magnets45:12 Keeping Real Conversations at the Center47:34 Helping Guests Shine and Stay Connected51:19 Choosing How You Earn from Podcasting52:36 Connection Over Sales—A Different Approach54:02 Conferences, Connections, and Partnerships55:52 Working with Podmatch and Guesting Agencies57:09 The Value of Guesting and Refining Your Message59:47 Growth Is About Depth, Not Volume61:32 Evolving Your Message with Feedback62:56 Staying in Touch with Your Guests63:14 Systematizing Guest Follow-Up64:47 Content Sharing and Collaboration65:36 Building Your Newsletter Audience66:45 The Right Way to Grow Email Subscribers67:25 Offering Support in Multiple Ways69:03 Expert Webinars and Deeper Learning69:34 Why Start a Podcast—Rethinking the Basics70:57 Wrapping Up—Feeling at Home in the Conversation71:10 Call to Action and Outro

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s really like to push through self-doubt when launching a podcast, this episode is for you. I chat with Vincent Hazenboom, host of the How to Heart Show, about helping men reconnect to their hearts and authentic selves. You’ll pick up what happens when expectations clash with reality, why consistency trumps perfection, and how handling setbacks can lead to personal growth. We also chat about tools that make the process easier and why building community matters. Tune in for a candid look at the ups and downs of keeping a podcast alive and meaningful.Connect With Vincent HazenboomWebsite: https://www.youtube.com/@HowToHeart/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vincent-hazenboom-46408123bIf My Podcast Story speaks to you, consider subscribing so you never miss an episode. And if you have a moment, leaving a review helps more people discover the stories shared here. Your support truly means a lot.There's more to every story than what you hear on the episode. Join the My Podcast Story newsletter to receive thoughtful takeaways, episode extras, and personal notes that don't make it into the show. It's a quiet way to stay inspired between listens.Sign up here: ⁠https://mypodcaststory.com/join⁠Chapters00:00 Starting Out and Facing Reality00:48 Introducing Vincent and His Mission01:22 Why the How to Heart Show Exists01:53 Early Challenges and Mindset Shifts02:48 Naming the Podcast—A Serendipitous Story04:08 Moving Past Perfectionism05:28 Handling Criticism and Finding Purpose06:02 Learning By Doing and Burnout07:12 Turning Hobby Into Business08:31 Behind the Scenes: Episode Workflow10:13 Finding Tools to Save Time13:57 How Podcasting Changed Vincent15:35 Taking Ownership and Setting Boundaries17:46 Keys to Growing an Audience18:56 Letting Go of Sunk Costs20:12 Adapting Tools and Processes21:11 When Podcasting Starts to Pay Off22:24 Focusing on Message Over Money23:01 Video vs Audio Podcasting24:27 Debating the Value of Audio Platforms29:51 Repurposing and Improving Older Episodes31:41 Investing in Quality and Growth33:36 Organic vs Paid Audience Building36:01 Vision for the Future38:24 Collaboration Over Competition40:09 Lessons in Self-Awareness41:12 The Confidence Shift43:30 One Listener’s Email Changed Everything44:05 Helping Those Ready for Change46:45 Reflecting on Personal Growth49:14 Compassion, Patience, and the Power of Connection51:01 Final Thoughts and Invitation

If you’ve ever wondered what it actually takes to launch and sustain a podcast, this episode is for you. I sit down with James Walters, host of A Joyful Rebellion, to talk about stepping into podcasting from a career in storytelling through photography. You’ll pick up how James navigated those first uncertain steps, what goes on behind the scenes from idea to launch, and why starting doesn’t mean having it all figured out. We also chat about guest strategies, tools, growth surprises, and the honest, sometimes messy journey of making your show your own. Tune in for candid insights, plenty of practical tips, and some encouragement if you’re ready to hit record yourself.Connect With James WaltersWebsite: https://ajoyfulrebellion.com/Personal Website: https://jameswalters.com/If My Podcast Story speaks to you, consider subscribing so you never miss an episode. And if you have a moment, leaving a review helps more people discover the stories shared here. Your support truly means a lot.There's more to every story than what you hear on the episode. Join the My Podcast Story newsletter to receive thoughtful takeaways, episode extras, and personal notes that don't make it into the show. It's a quiet way to stay inspired between listens.Sign up here: https://mypodcaststory.com/joinChapters00:00 When Podcasting Feels Overwhelming00:37 Welcome and James’ Introduction01:31 A Joyful Rebellion—The Podcast Idea02:29 Redefining Success and Fulfillment03:23 Stories of Change and Reinvention04:47 Following Others’ Paths05:09 Why James Started Podcasting06:02 From Photography to Podcast Conversations06:46 Naming the Genre: Self-Discovery07:47 The Importance of Self-Awareness08:59 How James Discovered Podcasting10:10 Finding a Podcast Community12:08 Launching A Joyful Rebellion13:42 In-Person vs. Online Podcasting14:23 Why Unique Stories Matter16:29 Discovering Unexpected Guests17:48 Regrets, Wishes, and Facing Fear18:20 Becoming the Author of Your Own Story19:50 Balancing Podcasting With Work20:50 Behind the Scenes: James’ Workflow21:42 What Podcast Conventions Don’t Teach22:23 Sourcing and Prepping for Guests23:52 Scheduling and Systems That Work24:29 Making Episodes From Meaningful Moments25:51 Editing, Launch Schedules, and Buffering26:54 The Value of Your Immediate Network27:54 Different Podcasting Styles, Same Passion28:44 Start Small—Don’t Wait for Perfect29:52 Software and Tools James Uses33:42 After Publishing: Thinking About Promotion34:03 Discovering and Scheduling Social Content35:27 Best Tools for Video and Clips36:35 Why Riverside Wins for Recording37:47 Affordability and Practical Tech Talk39:25 Reducing Friction for Indie Podcasters40:35 Podcast Growth Surprises and Numbers41:48 Guest Collaboration and Discovery42:35 The Challenge of Growing With Social Media43:19 Why Podcast Audiences Feel Loyal44:36 Crafting Titles: Boring vs. Clever46:08 Making Content Evergreen for Guests47:41 When Opinions Differ on Air49:09 Looking Ahead: Goals for the Podcast51:08 Scheduling, Backlogs, and Time Zone Mishaps53:22 Advice for Aspiring Podcasters54:51 The Power of Just Hitting Record55:43 Finding Consistency and Joy in Podcasting56:24 Where to Find A Joyful Rebellion57:08 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to create a podcast rooted in personal and spiritual growth, this episode is for you. I talk with Branch Isole, author and host of Patient Zero, about his journey from live presenting to podcasting and how he crafts content for truth-seekers. You’ll pick up insights on narrowing your audience, learn how Branch produces his shows with intention and simplicity, and discover his unique approach to scripting and collaboration. We also chat about letting purpose, not monetization, drive your show. Tune in for a grounded conversation about podcasting with meaning.Connect With Branch IsoleWebsite: https://branchisole.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/branch-isole-851433201If My Podcast Story speaks to you, consider subscribing so you never miss an episode. And if you have a moment, leaving a review helps more people discover the stories shared here. Your support truly means a lot.There's more to every story than what you hear on the episode. Join the My Podcast Story newsletter to receive thoughtful takeaways, episode extras, and personal notes that don't make it into the show. It's a quiet way to stay inspired between listens.Sign up here: https://mypodcaststory.com/joinChapters00:00 Behind the Podcast—Meet Branch00:19 The Meaning of Patient Zero01:14 Inspiration Behind the Show Name02:25 From Idea to Podcast Launch03:07 The Mission: Growth for Listeners03:54 Connecting With Truth-Seekers05:00 Defining a Unique Audience05:52 Success, Struggles, and Spirituality07:19 Getting Real About Spiritual Growth08:08 Facing Life’s Hard Holes09:26 Ending and Starting Over10:15 Why Podcasting Over Live Events11:15 Spreading the Word Online11:47 Growing Listeners With Social Media12:21 Branch’s Production Process13:31 Scriptwriting and Outlining14:23 Using Writing to Find Clarity15:11 Branch’s Editing Partner15:39 Podcast Production—Team Approach16:43 Keeping Things Simple17:16 Real Podcast Costs17:39 Monetization—Or Not18:26 What Success Means to Branch19:06 Purpose Over Profit20:06 Plans and Freedom in Podcasting21:12 Challenges with Past and Present Shows22:10 Transitioning to a Shorter Format22:28 Choosing Unique Guests23:04 Conversations That Stand Out24:08 Looking Toward More Episodes24:18 Where to Listen to Patient Zero24:42 How to Connect With Branch25:22 Thanks for Listening