<p>If you ever wondered how to use your own story to build a meaningful podcast, this episode is for you. I talk with Amanda J. Scott about how she transformed her 17 years of surviving domestic abuse into a podcast that helps others find hope and healing. You’ll hear why Amanda believes sharing tough experiences in your own voice matters—and how podcasting can be a discreet lifeline for listeners who aren’t ready to go public with their struggles yet. We dig into the challenges of getting started with your own podcast, especially when your topic is deeply personal. Amanda talks about making sure her content is accessible for people who might not be able to pick up a book, and gives honest advice on finding supportive guests and experts for difficult conversations. If you want to learn how to connect with your ideal listeners, and why every detail of your show—from who you invite to how you show up—can make an impact, you’ll get a lot from this conversation.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect With Amanda J. Scott</strong></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.amandajscott.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.amandajscott.com/</a></p><p><br></p><p>If <em>My Podcast Story</em> 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’s more to every story than what you hear on the episode. Join the <em>My Podcast Story</em> 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.</p><p>Sign up here: <a href="https://mypodcaststory.com/join">https://mypodcaststory.com/join</a></p><p>If the stories you hear on <em>My Podcast Story</em> bring you inspiration, clarity, or simply a moment of connection, consider supporting the podcast by buying me a coffee. Every contribution helps me continue sharing the journeys of podcasters from around the world.Support the show: <a href="https://buymeacoffee.com/wisdomhq">https://buymeacoffee.com/wisdomhq</a></p><p>Want to be a guest on My Podcast Story? Send Wisdom Okonkwo a message on PodMatch, here: <a href="https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/mypodcaststory">https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/mypodcaststory</a></p><p></p><p><strong>Chapters</strong></p><p><br></p><p>00:00 Introducing Amanda J. Scott’s Story</p><p>00:56 How Podcasting Became a Lifeline</p><p>01:40 Why “Walk Youk Talk” Exists</p><p>02:21 Supporting Listeners Healing from Abuse</p><p>03:21 Who the Podcast Is For</p><p>05:25 Behind the Scenes: Finding Guests</p><p>07:41 Why Start a Podcast Now?</p><p>08:21 Making the Message Accessible</p><p>09:58 Challenges of Hosting Healing Conversations</p><p>11:04 What Listeners Can Expect</p><p>12:10 The Many Faces of Domestic Abuse</p><p>13:25 Building the Podcast Episode Library</p><p>16:13 Amanda’s Podcast Creation Process</p><p>18:59 Focus on the Message Over the Details</p><p>20:00 Spotlight on Domestic and Emotional Abuse</p><p>22:48 Sharing for Those Still Healing</p><p>23:04 Why Episode Length and Approach Matter</p><p>25:26 Bringing the Message to More Mediums</p><p>29:00 Helping Listeners Recognize Abuse</p><p>31:05 The Reality of Admitting Abuse</p><p>32:14 Healing Through Shared Experience</p><p>34:25 The Power of Medium and Message</p><p>35:04 Other Ways to Share the Message</p><p>37:35 Meeting Listeners Where They Are</p><p>39:45 Listener Impact and Feedback</p><p>41:37 Where to Find Amanda Online</p>