<p>If you&#39;ve ever wondered how a niche podcast can open doors in your industry and help you grow personally, this episode is for you. I sit down with Desai Link from the Circus of Safety, a show tackling workplace safety with a lighter touch. You&#39;ll pick up insights about co-hosting from day one, organizing episode production, and learning from technical challenges. We also chat about measuring success by enjoyment, how organic growth and industry events shape a podcast&#39;s reach, and the power of just starting—even if you&#39;re nervous. Plus, Desai shares how podcasting helped him manage public speaking anxiety. Tune in to hear a real, relatable journey in podcasting.</p><p>Connect With Desai Link<br>Website: https://www.dynamichse.co.nz/<br>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/desailink<br>TikTok: Search “Circus of Safety” on TikTok<br>YouTube: Search “Circus of Safety” on YouTube<br>Apple Podcasts, Spotify: Search “Circus of Safety” on your favorite app</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 Welcome and Show Purpose<br>00:21 Meet Desai Link—Circus of Safety<br>00:33 Co-Hosting Origins and Inspiration<br>00:54 Launching a Podcast Journey<br>01:26 Two and a Half Years In<br>01:33 Going Live on LinkedIn<br>01:51 Sharing Podcast Workload<br>02:45 Roles and Contributions<br>03:14 Early Expectations<br>03:29 Connecting with Practitioners<br>04:05 Biggest Early Struggles<br>04:12 Technical Hurdles Going Live<br>05:02 First Time Feeling Like a Podcaster<br>05:43 Growth Levers—Bringing in Guests<br>06:25 Listener Engagement and Community<br>07:07 Impactful Industry Recognition<br>08:41 Changing Podcast Goals<br>09:24 Release Cadence and Formats<br>10:11 Real-Time Audience Interaction<br>11:18 Guest Selection and Planning<br>12:13 Interview Lessons Learned<br>13:24 Tools for Consistency<br>14:21 Remote Versus In-Person Recording<br>15:53 Challenges and Organic Growth<br>17:00 Podcast Benefits and Industry Opportunities<br>18:31 Personal Growth Through Podcasting<br>19:47 Measuring Success—Fun First<br>20:18 Indirect Revenue Opportunities<br>21:17 Building Relationships in the Industry<br>22:47 Advice for New Podcasters<br>23:25 Goals and Hopes for the Future<br>23:41 Memories and Therapeutic Value<br>24:15 Where to Find Circus of Safety<br>25:01 Closing Remarks</p><p></p>