Even the most passionate podcasters hit a wall sometimes — especially around the holidays. Between planning episodes, keeping up with publishing schedules, and juggling real-life responsibilities, it’s easy to lose steam. In this episode, we talk about how to recognize burnout before it hits, practical ways to refresh your creativity, and why taking a short break (like over Thanksgiving!) can actually help your show thrive in the long run.

If podcasting starts to feel like a chore, you might be heading toward burnout. Common signs include:

💡 Blubrry helps: With tools like episode scheduling and WordPress publishing, you can plan ahead — giving yourself time off without breaking your release rhythm.

When inspiration dips, try changing things up:

💡 Blubrry helps: Use our show notes and statistics tools to track which topics resonate most — helping you build new episodes around what’s working best.

Taking a holiday hiatus doesn’t mean you’re quitting — it means you’re recharging.

💡 Blubrry helps: With hosting and scheduling tools, you can prep episodes in advance or pause your publishing plan without losing consistency.

Podcasting is a marathon, not a sprint. It’s okay to take a break — your audience will still be there when you return. Thanksgiving is the perfect reminder to slow down, reflect, and refuel your creative energy.

💡 Blubrry helps: Our support team is here year-round, and our platform makes it easy to keep your show on track — even when you take time to rest.

The best place for support with any Blubrry product or service is our ticket system. Tickets give the whole team access vs. direct emails or calls. General podcasting discussion and more can be shared on the Blubrry Podcasting Facebook group.

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