Michael Woodward is the host of JumbleThink, a podcast about the story of ideas. He aims high for his guest and never fails to disappoint. Today, he shares the challenge he gives himself in podcasting, how to get good feedback for your podcast, and why you should never swap reviews. Michael is a world class podcaster and I know you're going to love this conversation!

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Stories Michael shared:

• Why he's so passionate about helping people find their passion

Great quotes from Michael:

I know where I want to be but I"m not where I want to be because I am where I am.

Sometimes I reach out to people just because I want to be in a room with them.

It's easy when you're in your own dungeon to go to dark places.

Have a conversation no one else is having.

Resources we mentioned:

• Michael's website

Related episodes:

• Chris Staron of Truce Podcast

Meg Glesener is a mom of eight and the host of the Letters From Home podcast. Today, Meg shares how she discovered podcasting, overcoming the technology hurdles, and why podcasting is the ministry God has for her. Her story reminds us that being faithful is just as important as being great! Get moving and God will do the rest.

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Stories Meg shared:

• How she found the name for her podcast

Great quotes from Meg:

These are stories that inspire me. I thought, "If they inspire me, maybe they will inspire someone else."

I feel the privilege of it every time I start the interview.

I think the Holy Spirit leads in the moment.

Podcasting is a ministry God has raised up for me.

If you know this is what God wants for you, all the rest will make sense.

Resources we mentioned:

• The Letters from Home Website

• Misdiagnosed and a Ward of the State, Away at College

Chris Staron is an author, former filmmaker, and award winning podcaster. Today, Chris shares with us about how he found his voice, why people struggling with faith should here his show, and how his format has evolved over time. Chris is one of my favorite Christian podcasters and I just know you will enjoy him and Truce podcast.

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Stories Chris shared:

• Why he likes improv comedy

Great quotes from Chris:

I think I was channelling Phoebe Judge from Criminal. She's my radio crush.

I had to get used to the idea that my voice is part of my character and it's fine. It works for my show.

I can have more power by presenting a thought rather than presenting a conclusion.

Resources we mentioned:

• Truce podcast website

Related episodes:

• Neil Matthews of Other People's Shoes

J. Parker is a blogger and podcaster on Sex Chat for Christian Wives with three other women who are also Christian sex bloggers. She is passionate about helping Christian wives create a biblical understanding of sex and marriage. Today, J. shares the unique challenges and opportunities having three other bloggers to share the work with, how to pick a great title for your show, and matching your format to your content.

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Stories J. shared:

• How she got into podcasting

Great quotes from J.:

We are about having good content and consistency.

You can survive quite a lot if you are providing content that people want to listen to, and are being authentic, and as professional as you can be.

When you choose your format, think about  your mission and how best to deliver the content you want.

Resources we mentioned:

• Sex Chat for Christian Wives

Neil Matthews is the host and creator of Other People's Shoes, a podcast designed to help us see the perspective of...what else...other people. Neil has a passion for helping you gain a glimpse into a life that is different than yours. He helps you see the similarities and the differences that make us human.

Other People's Shoes is published every Wednesday and you can get it wherever you get get your podcasts.

Stories Neil shared:

• Using a Zoom H4N Pro he sold his guitar to purchase

Great quotes from Neil:

I had a mic and a cord and just started recording.

I didn't know about Christian Podcasters Association but if I had, I think I would have been more successful in launching.

I wanted to understand what it was like to be somebody else.

If you can be 3-4 episodes ahead, you're going to save yourself a lot of headache and heartache in the end.

Resources we mentioned:

• Other People's Shoes website