In this episode of My Podcast Story, I sat down with the incredible Corine La Font—a veteran podcaster, communication specialist, and all-around inspiration. We dove into her 13-year podcasting journey with “Between the Lines,” unpacking how her show has evolved, why she keeps things simple (forget the fancy gear!), and the power of focusing on meaningful content over perfection. Corine got real about the value of finding your “why,” embracing the messy beginner stages, and letting your podcast become a true extension of who you are and what you care about. We laughed, got introspective, and even joked about skydiving (don’t hold your breath on that one). My hope is that you walk away reminded to trust your own voice, move at your own pace, and keep your eyes on what matters most—impact, growth, and genuine connection.

Connect with Corine La Font on LinkedIn by searching her name, "Corine La Font." For more about her work and resources,

Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/in/clafont/

Website : https://beyondthelineslearning.store/

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Chapters00:00 - “Nobody Cares”: The Truth About Podcast Audiences

01:32 - How ‘Between the Lines’ Decodes Hidden Communication

02:24 - Starting Podcasting in 2012: The Early Bird Advantage

03:01 - From Bookworm to Podcast Host: Corine’s Evolution

04:20 - The Missing Ingredient That Transformed Her Show

06:00 - Podcast Reach vs. Stage Speaking: The Revelation

07:41 - Are You a Real Speaker? The Surprising Answer

10:34 - The Toastmasters Confession That Changed Everything

13:18 - The Unexpected Workflow Behind 13 Years of Podcasting

14:48 - How Automation Took Stress Out of Podcasting

16:05 - The Shocking Costs (or Lack Thereof) of Her Setup

17:04 - Is Fancy Equipment Killing Your Podcast?

18:21 - What Listeners Really Want—And the Teacher Analogy

20:41 - Stop Hiding Behind Gear—Embrace the Beginner Stage

22:23 - Want to Leap Ahead? Why You Shouldn’t

23:29 - The Secret To Free Marketing: Repurposing Content

24:57 - Why She Won’t Take Sponsors (And What Works Instead)

27:04 - How Ads Kill Podcast Flow (Her Unfiltered Take)

30:13 - Unlocking “Beyond the Lines”: The Next-Level Move

33:35 - Decode This: New Offerings, New Possibilities

35:20 - “Why Didn’t I Know This Sooner?” The 13-Year Lesson

39:57 - Podcasting Fears: When the Industry Gets Intimidating

41:05 - The Headlights Metaphor: Seeing the Next Step

42:42 - “You’re Not Missing Out”—Stopping FOMO in Podcasting

44:04 - The Validation Trap: Why You Don’t Need Permission

48:16 - Remember Your Why—Staying Consistent For 13 Years

51:26 - Do The Thing That Scares You (But Maybe Not Planes)

52:15 - Corine’s Invitation: The African Food Debate

53:10 - Where To Find Corine (And Her Secret Plan)