<p>If you’ve ever wondered what happens when a clinician becomes a patient—and then a podcaster—this episode is for you. Dr. Jeffrey Bone, host of To the Bone: Conversations on Pain, Illness, and Meaning, shares his journey from the therapy room to the world of podcasting after being diagnosed with a rare immune disorder. You&#39;ll pick up insights on transforming solo episodes into impactful storytelling, how chronic illness can influence the cadence and authenticity of your content, and creative ways to promote your podcast both online and organically. We also chat about the blend of psychology, philosophy, and lived experience, and the trade-offs involved in balancing a show with ongoing health challenges. </p><p>Connect With Dr. Jeffrey Bone<br>Website: https://www.drbone.live/<br></p><p>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.</p><p>There&#39;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&#39;t make it into the show. It&#39;s a quiet way to stay inspired between listens.</p><p>Sign up here: <a href="https://mypodcaststory.com/join" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://mypodcaststory.com/join</a></p><p>Chapters<br>00:00 Opening—What Drives a Podcast Story<br>00:42 Introducing Dr. Jeffrey Bone<br>01:08 Dual Perspective—Clinician Becomes a Patient<br>01:23 Collapse and Diagnosis—Illness Strikes Home<br>02:03 Medical Dismissal and Challenge<br>02:25 Fast-Tracked Diagnosis and Podcast Inspiration<br>03:28 Hope for the Podcast—Lifeline for Listeners<br>04:21 Mentorship and Finding One’s Voice<br>04:59 Podcast Reality vs. Early Vision<br>05:09 Solo Episodes—Cadence and Rhythm<br>05:58 Podcast Setup and Workflow<br>06:34 Raw, Honest Content vs. Polished Production<br>07:03 ADHD and Editing Limitations<br>07:33 Authenticity and Imposter Syndrome<br>08:22 Preparing for Future Interviews<br>09:01 Refining the Mic Persona<br>09:20 Learning by Doing—Interview Growth<br>09:44 Failure as Foundation<br>10:15 Lessons from Imperfect Moments<br>10:43 Interview Timeline—When Will Guests Join<br>11:32 Psychology, Philosophy, Lived Experience<br>12:51 Crafting the Podcast Around Experience<br>13:07 Early Experiments—Finding the Audience<br>14:06 Noise Online—Finding Your Tribe<br>15:06 Building Solidarity in Podcasting<br>15:47 The Power of Storytelling<br>16:06 Podcasts as Evergreen Content<br>16:47 Turning Listeners Into Audience<br>16:52 Authentic Social Media Outreach<br>17:50 Grassroots and Business Cards<br>18:50 Organic Promotion—In-Person Connections<br>19:19 Skeleton Branding—Standing Out<br>19:31 Local Reach and Genuine Impact<br>20:11 Authenticity and Feeling Awkward<br>20:26 Sharing Without Shame<br>21:02 Storytellers—Organizing the World<br>21:36 Routines for Consistency<br>21:47 Real-World Impact Keeps Going<br>22:30 Research Workflow and Content Creation<br>23:04 Preparing, Scripting, and Recording<br>23:49 Balancing Script with Authenticity<br>24:15 Clinician and Patient—Merging Perspectives<br>25:26 Curious Questions and Story Soup<br>25:52 Defining Success—Impact Over Numbers<br>26:48 Connections With Listeners Matter Most<br>27:17 Success Is a Human Response<br>27:31 Trade-Offs—Self-Care and Podcasting<br>28:13 Saying Yes, Saying No<br>29:14 Encouraging Self-Care<br>29:39 Long-Term Goals—Traveling for Stories<br>30:08 Inspired by Anthony Bourdain<br>30:51 Illness Culture Around the World<br>31:36 Expanding Personal Story<br>32:15 Overcoming Language Barriers<br>32:55 Turning Project Into Social Change<br>33:21 Telling Culture Through Illness<br>33:39 Building a Useful Legacy<br>34:16 Walking Each Other Home<br>34:42 Phoenix Rising—Helping Others<br>35:06 Host Support and Collaboration<br>35:22 Guest’s Appreciation<br>35:23 Host’s Perspective on Podcasting Journey<br>36:03 Advice for New Podcasters<br>37:05 Asking for Help—Community Support<br>37:43 Closing Advice<br>37:50 Connect With Dr. Jeffrey Bone<br>38:23 Host’s Closing Remarks<br>38:33 Episode Wrap-Up and Newsletter Invite</p><p></p>