In today’s episode, I sat down with the inspiring Addison Ott—author, multidisciplinary creative, and host of the Gentle and Lowly co podcast. We dove into her journey of building a meaningful podcast from scratch, how she balances branding, faith, and genuine conversation, and what it really means to play the “long game” in podcasting. Addison opened up about starting small, the power of coffee shop-style chats, and facing down the challenges (and joys) of wearing multiple hats behind the scenes. We geeked out about YouTube strategy, batching episodes, and the importance of serving your audience authentically. If you’re dreaming of starting a podcast—or need encouragement to keep going—I hope Addison’s story reminds you that your voice matters and that small, intentional steps can build something beautiful. Thanks for listening, and let’s keep creating together!

Listen to the Gentle and Lowly co with Addie Ott podcast  wherever you get your podcasts search for it on your favorite platform—YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more.

Want to connect or learn more about Addison’s work (including her book and creative projects)? Visit her website at  https://addisonott.com

📸 For even more behind-the-scenes, faith-filled inspiration, and updates, follow Addison on Instagram: https://instagram.com/addieott

Don’t forget: If you’re looking to deepen your friendships and community, check out Addison’s book, **Fellowship Over Followers**.

Feel free to reach out, share your thoughts, and let Addison know how her story inspired you. And while you're at it, subscribe so you never miss her encouraging conversations—she’s got lots more goodness coming your way!

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Chapters
00:00 Starting Out in Podcasting: The Long Game
00:09 The Story Behind Gentle and Loly Co
00:18 Growing the Podcast: Year Three & Adding Video
00:37 Building a Community: Coffee Shop Conversations
00:51 Inspiration & Early Podcasting Lessons
01:12 YouTube Strategies, Branding, and Content Creation
01:29 Authenticity, Connection, and Podcast Impact
01:56 Podcast Operations: Workflow, Tools, and Advice