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195 | Why Your Podcast Isn’t Fun Anymore—And How to Fix It


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Podcasting is supposed to be fun—so why does it sometimes feel like a grind?

This episode dives into the real reasons why podcasting can start to feel more like a job than a joy, and more importantly, what you can do to turn that around. If you've lost your spark behind the mic, feel like you're just phoning it in, or you're one bad episode away from quitting, you're not alone—and you're not out of options.

Through personal insight and hard-earned lessons, you'll learn how to avoid podcast burnout, reconnect with your original purpose, and bring creativity and energy back into your show.

🎯 Here’s what you’ll take away from this episode:

  • Why podcast burnout happens—and how to recognize it early
  • The sneaky ways perfectionism kills creativity
  • How over-focusing on podcast downloads can drain your motivation
  • Real tips to reignite your passion for podcasting
  • Ways to make solo podcasting fun again
  • How to refresh your podcast format without losing your audience
  • Simple mindset shifts to avoid podfade and keep showing up consistently

Whether you’re an indie podcaster, hobbyist, or even a seasoned creator hitting a wall, this episode offers honest, practical podcasting tips to help you get back to what made podcasting exciting in the first place. No fluff—just real advice from someone who's been there.

Podcasting should feel like play—not pressure.

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And if you're feeling it, leave a review—it helps other indie creators find their way back to podcasting fun, too.

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