In this episode, I sat down with Diana Winkler—abuse advocate, musician, and host of the Wounds of the Faithful podcast. We got real about her journey: how she started her show from scratch, the hard truths of building a podcast for a niche but powerful community, and what it’s like to balance a full-time healthcare job with podcasting. Diana shared why she focuses less on chasing numbers and more on delivering true value to those who need it most. We talked all things promotion, guests, titles, even YouTube strategy! My hope is that you walk away inspired by Diana’s dedication and reminded that consistency, purpose, and heart are what make a podcast truly meaningful. If you’re thinking about starting your own show—or just need a little encouragement—this episode is for you. Thanks for tuning in!

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction & Diana’s Background

00:49 Starting the Podcast: Motivation & Mission

02:56 Challenges & Listener Growth

04:46 Promotion & Audience Engagement

07:00 Production Process & Editing

11:16 Balancing Podcasting with a Day Job

12:48 Finding & Booking Guests

15:18 Lessons Learned & Future Goals