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The thing no one tells you about podcasting is: you have to pivot... A LOT!

In this episode, I share a story about how easy it is to talk ourselves out of recording an episode or to think that it's "too late" to publish. 

I ran across this scenario in my other podcast (Cats: The Jellicle Ball episode). In the end, I'm glad I didn't scrap the idea or the episode. 

We often forget that sharing a story, even if it's late or after the fact, can still be valuable and have an impact. 

At the end of the episode, I also share an incredible story of how I landed on a Broadway stage in New York with the one and only Mariska Hargitay (Olivia Benson on Law and Order SVU)! 🙌🏽 

This episode is all about Broadway and why we should consider pivoting an idea that didn't work out the way we hoped. After all, the show must go on!

Key takeaways:

• Even if the circumstances aren't perfect, publish anyway, and share your story.
• Pivoting is an essential part of podcasting.
• Plan a community event with local podcast friends - even if it's just the two of you!

Mentioned in this episode: Finding Queer Joy at Cat's: The Jellicle Ball (The Gay Podcast for Everyone)

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This is Part 2 of a short series about creating boundaries in our podcasts. 

This episode references the chapter "Islands" in Glennon Doyle's book, Untamed. That chapter is one of my favorite stories, and I reference it often. I hope this episode inspires you to treat your podcast like an island. Protect the space and protect your (podcast) peace!

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The thing no one tells you about podcasting is... time zones can be a challenge.

Whether we mix up the time in our heads or accidentally write it down incorrectly, time zones are pesky little things!

In this episode, I share two cautionary tales (aka podcast horror stories) of podcast interviews derailed by time zone mix-ups. 

It's an honest reminder that scheduling mistakes happen to everyone, but how you and your guest handle them says a lot about whether the conversation is worth pursuing. 

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In December of last year, I shared some of my goals for the current podcast year. In this episode, I share a quick check-in, chat about how to bounce back when life starts life-ing and impacts our podcast schedule, and offer a reminder to ourselves to celebrate our progress.

mentioned in this episode:

• 🎙️ Ana Xavier (The Podcast Space). I HIGHLY recommend working with Ana! Please tell her I sent you (no affiliates or commissions on this. Just love!)
• 🎉 Something I'm celebrating: An amazing article and review for The Gay Podcast for Everyone written by Frank Racioppi of Earworthy

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If you're looking for a solid mic to start with, or you just wanna try something new, check out the Samson Q2U. It's a solid mic with a lot of flexibility that will last you a long time (if you don't break it like I did).

But the truth is, the best mic is the one you're actually gonna USE.

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It's easy to over think during a podcast. Did that sound ok? Should I take this out? 

The problem with overthinking is that it can slow us down too much.

To try to get back on track, I decided to create some guardrails, Top Chef-style: set a timer and give myself a set amount of time to edit. No more, no less. In doing so, I’m forcing myself to stop overthinking small details and to move the edit faster.

If you're an overthinker like me, and you need to get back on track, I hope this episode gives you some ideas! 

mentioned in this episode: Ep. 4 Keeping Up With the (Podcast) Joneses

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One of the hardest parts of indie podcasting is juggling the podcast schedule with work, life, and everything else - especially when you’re a team of one.

On this episode, Miriam Simon (host of the Latina Mic Drop podcast) joins me on the podcast to talk about the mindset and motivation behind weekly podcast schedules alongside full-time jobs, family, and other creative pursuits. 

Episode takeaways:

• How to stop overthinking and podcast without fear (sin miedo).
• Mindset shifts that will help you push through doubt.
• How weekly podcasting can help you "meet the moment."

Miriam is a proud LGBTQ+ Latina executive coach, leadership strategist, founder of Mi Sí Coaching & Consulting and Mi Sí Publishing. She is also a Forbes Coaches Council member, and author of Tattoos & Pearls: Combining Street Wisdom with Corporate Strategy. 

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It's not easy to focus on creativity when the world is on fire. Yet it is so important to share our voice and our art. It's a form of healing, connection, and storytelling.

If you're struggling to share your voice or looking for ideas for how to podcast during the chaos, this episode is for you. 

In this episode, I share small, actionable ways we can use our podcast as a form of expression during chaotic times, and what we can learn from superstars like Bad Bunny.

Takeaways:

• Create a pre-roll (or mid/post-roll) to quickly acknowledge current events
• Create an episode (or a series of episodes) that highlights unique voices during times of resistance (art, music, movies, books)
• Use your podcast as creative expression

mentioned in this episode: EPISODE 16 Latinas in Podcasting 2025 Virtual Summit with Founder, Paulette Erato

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In this year-end review, I'm sharing quick, low-pressure questions to reflect on your podcast year.

Let's review what worked, what didn't, what drained us, and what actually brought us joy- without judging downloads or comparing our journey to anyone else's. 

In this episode:

• Reviewing downloads without letting it mess with our mindset
• Asking ourselves if we enjoyed the process 
• Listing our wins (even the quiet ones)
• Highlighting what feels hard or heavy in our workflow
• Deciding what we want more of and less of going forward

Check out the related Substack posts: Celebrating wins in a year that felt like creative quicksand and A quick year-end podcast review. 

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In this episode, I'm sharing the presentation I did for the Latinas In Podcasting 2024 Virtual Summit where I shared my signature conversation, Your Mindset Is More Important Than Your Mic. 

I always say that mindset is the fuel to podcasting. Although your mic is where it starts, your mindset is what keeps you going!

I created this presentation for Latinas In Podcasting just before I launched this podcast. In many ways, this was where it all started!

The 2025 Virtual Summit takes place October 23 -24. Join the FREE virtual summit or sign up for VIP access via my affiliate link.

Originally recorded September, 2024.

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Angela Briones is an award-winning podcaster and the creator, host, and producer of The Gay Podcast for Everyone, a podcast for the lgbtq+ community, family, friends, and allies. 

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