It's just me today. Reflecting on my 2025! In this podcast episode, I discuss my journey of starting a podcast, the challenges I faced along the way, and the lessons I’ve learned throughout the process. I emphasise the importance of continuous learning, what motivated me to start the podcast, and how I strive to balance storytelling with expert insights.

I share my experiences with reaching out to guests, developing my interview techniques, and experimenting with social media strategies, while also outlining my future goals for the podcast. (btw apologies for the poor audio quality, and i swear i don't always look that angry haha!)

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Timestamps:

(00:00) Introduction to the Podcast Journey

(01:14) Motivation Behind Starting the Podcast

(04:22) Challenges and Learning Experiences

(07:25) Reflections on College and Learning

(10:29) The Importance of Continuous Learning

(13:14) Podcasting as a Learning Platform

(16:25) Balancing Storytelling and Expert Insights

(18:49) Goals for Future Episodes

(22:01) Mistakes and Lessons Learned

(24:57) Improving Interview Techniques

(28:08) Final Thoughts and Future Aspirations

(31:20) The Purpose of Podcasting

(41:47) Improving Podcasting Skills

(52:43) Effective Outreach Strategies

(58:01) Looking Ahead: Goals for 2026