Today, we’re diving deep into the emotional rollercoaster and worried that people have when they start and launch their podcast. The big questions we will cover are: What if my show is rubbish? What if people laugh at me? What if no one listens? The number one way of growing your podcast and getting new listeners is still through word-of-mouth recommendations, and so being able to talk about your show and share it with others is so important. So grab your blanket (I’m cosied up on my sofa as we speak), and let’s chat about how to shake off those fears and get your voice heard. Read the Blog Post:…

Ready to start a podcast in 2026? Well, buckle up, because we’re tackling the next lot of the top ten burning questions about starting your own show. In this episode, we will answer the following questions: How Do You Pick a Podcast Niche? Should You Script Your Podcast or Wing It? How Do You Get Listeners for a Podcast? What’s the Best podcast Hosting Platform? Do You Need a Launch Strategy for Starting a Podcast in 2026? We kick this episode off with the all-important question of how to pick a niche. I’ll share some tips on how to find a topic you’re passionate about without overthinking it; because who…

Welcome to 2026! In this episode, we’re kicking the year off by diving into the nitty-gritty of launching your podcast in 2026 with the first five burning questions that’ll set you on the right path. We’re all about keeping it real, so I’ll share how I podcast on the cheap without sacrificing quality. Plus, we’ll chat about how long your episodes should be, whether you need video (hint: you totally don’t), and how often to hit that record button without turning your creative vibes into a stress fest. In this episode, we will answer the following questions: Do you Need Expensive Equipment to Start a Podcast? How Long Should Podcast…

The podcast has officially rebranded and been renamed to ‘Podcasting for Indie Podcasters!’ In this episode, I’ll discuss exactly why I decided to ditch the old name of The Lazy Girl’s Guide to Podcasting and embrace something that’s more inclusive and SEO-friendly: Podcasting for Indie Podcasters. When you start a podcast, one of the last things on your mind is rebranding. But as your show grows, evolves, and you as a podcaster develop, you start to think about how your current branding might actually be hindering how you can grow your podcast and reach a wider audience. And that’s exactly where I was: hosting a podcast that I love, but…

Podcasting is a wild and amazing journey. One minute you’re excitedly recording your latest episode, and the next you’re drowning in editing and second-guessing every little detail. In this episode, we dive into the seven telltale signs that you might just be taking your podcasting journey a smidge too seriously…because taking your podcast too seriously is possible. We chat about how obsessing over minor editing mistakes can suck the joy out of your creative process. I mean, have you ever listened to a popular podcast that sounded like it was recorded underwater? Probably Yet, they still have tens of thousands of listeners. This just goes to show that your audience…

Feeling stuck in a podcasting rut? We totally get it! In this episode, we’re diving into seven super handy tips to help you shake off that creative slump and reignite your podcasting passion. Whether you’re wondering “what to podcast about” or contemplating “should I quit my podcast?”, we’ve got your back with some fun and practical advice to get those creative juices flowing. From revisiting your most downloaded episodes to answering listener questions, we’ll explore ways to make your podcasting journey enjoyable again. So grab a snack, get comfy, and let’s figure out how to podcast like the pros (or at least like we know what we’re doing)! Takeaways: Revisiting…

There’s a lot of talk about cutting pauses out of podcast episodes, and a lot of tools, such as Riverside and Descript use the ability to remove pauses as a selling feature. But sometimes, pauses are needed. I’ve recently been listening to Paul C. Brunson’s We Need to Talk (I’ll link it below if you’re not familiar with the show). This is about raw and honest conversations and there are times in the show when there are whole pauses, sometimes a few seconds long. And this is ok; it shows raw emotion and the moment and conjecture of what is being said by the guest would be lost or diminished…

Do you really need a podcast coach or course? That’s the million-dollar question we’re diving into today! We’re peeling back the layers on the podcasting coaching scene, where it seems like everyone and their grandma has a “how-to” course to sell. I might even be eating my own words from past episodes because, let’s be real, it’s totally okay to change your mind. We’ll explore whether a coach can actually help you level up, or if maybe, just maybe, you could save your cash and find what you need in free online communities instead. Spoiler alert: not all that glitters is gold, and sometimes the best stuff is lurking behind…

After a seven-month radio silence, I’m back to share some juicy insights about what it means to take a break and why it can be super important for our creative sanity. I kick things off by admitting that while consistency is the name of the game, sometimes life just gets in the way. Whether it’s personal stuff or just plain old burnout, stepping back can be a game changer. I share my experience of logging into Captivate.fm after my break, expecting crickets, only to find thousands of downloads. Mind-blowing, right? It’s proof that building a solid foundation with good SEO and quality content pays off, even when you’re MIA. Plus,…