<p>In this episode we talk about what it really takes to build a podcast from scratch and stay motivated for years, you’ll enjoy hearing NaRon Tillman’s story. He shares the evolution of his podcast, his journey from uncertainty to landing a production deal, and how mindset shapes every episode. You’ll pick up lessons about learning on the fly, focusing on value over metrics, and the realities of solo podcasting. We also chat about building trust with your audience, workflow systems, and intentional growth. Plus, you’ll hear practical advice for anyone thinking about starting, or stuck in the middle, of their own podcast journey. Tune in and find inspiration for your next step.</p><p><br></p><p>Connect With NaRon Tillman<br>Website: https://www.walkinvictory.me/<br>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/na-ron-tillman-013902350/</p><p><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><br></p><p>Chapters<br>00:00 The Podcast Origin Story<br>00:22 Meet NaRon Tillman<br>00:36 Inside the “New Baby” Podcast<br>01:10 Walking Victory—The First Podcast<br>01:22 From Basement Beginnings<br>01:53 Podcasting at a Mets Game<br>02:41 Starting Without Knowing<br>03:15 Interviewing for Victory<br>04:38 Why This Podcast Niche?<br>05:42 Guests Who Overcome Obstacles<br>06:26 Early Technical Challenges<br>07:01 The First Episode: Uncertainty<br>07:20 Politics and Going Off-Topic<br>07:35 Landing a Production Deal<br>09:00 The Spreaker Call<br>10:14 The Shift to Unlimited Production<br>11:05 Taking Podcasting Seriously<br>12:19 Thoughts on Podcast Hosting Platforms<br>13:04 Consistency and Content Volume<br>14:00 Six Episodes a Week<br>14:40 Evergreen Content Strategy<br>15:28 Podcasting Can Be Lonely<br>15:51 Metrics vs. Meaning<br>16:18 Enjoying the Interviews<br>17:07 The Lead Magnet Debate<br>17:35 Marketing Without Selling<br>18:39 Crafting Deep Conversations<br>19:07 Curiosity Marketing<br>20:00 Building Trust and Value<br>21:29 Not Selling—Building Relationships<br>22:00 Real Coaches vs. Hobbyists<br>22:27 The Low Bar for Consistency<br>23:17 The Power of Showing Up<br>24:34 Creativity vs. Competition<br>25:05 Impact or Just Numbers?<br>26:07 Choosing Transformational Topics<br>27:00 Learning from Past Mistakes<br>28:06 Flowers vs. Seeds: Growth Metaphor<br>29:04 The Trap of Inconsistency<br>29:39 Finding Your Topic of Influence<br>30:10 Love What You Talk About<br>30:33 Mindset: The Foundation<br>31:11 Starting Despite Circumstances<br>32:06 Internal Awakening—Book Teaser<br>33:18 Invisible Branding and Podcast Energy<br>34:35 Lessons from Experimentation<br>35:38 Striving for Excellence<br>36:10 Tools and Workflow<br>37:14 Minimalist Podcasting<br>38:07 Descript for Recording and Editing<br>39:00 Platform Parity and Competition<br>40:01 Hosting and Distribution<br>41:08 YouTube and Blogging Strategy<br>41:36 Wrapping Up the Story</p><p></p>