The phrase "I'm starting a podcast" implies a massive long-term commitment. This heavy expectation often leads to failure before you even begin. Statistics show that 44% of podcasts never make it past three episodes.

You can apply the improv concept of "Short Form vs. Long Form" to fix this. Long-form shows require sustained commitment and skill. Short-form scenes allow you to test ideas quickly with low stakes. You should treat your early content like short-form practice rather than committing to a year of hour-long episodes immediately.

In this micro-episode:

1. Why most podcasts fade out before episode 10
2. How to use shorts or micro-podcasts to test your concept
3. Why you should delay adding music and complex editing until you build the habit

Resources:

https://riverside.com/blog/podcast-statistics

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