If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like building a podcast that talks about taboo topics—and does it with honesty and consistency—this episode is for you. I chat with Pepper Kat, host of Spicy Spectrum, who shares how she made the transition from news producer to adult content creator, and why she’s kept her podcast audio-only (and what that does for listener connection). You’ll hear exactly how Pepper plans and records three episodes a week and keeps her backlog scheduled up to three months in advance—there’s real value here if you’re looking to batch or stay consistent with your own show. We also discuss creative ways to promote an audio-only podcast on social, and the benefits of guesting on other podcasts to drive new listeners. Whether you’re just starting or wrestling with your schedule, there are practical takeaways here about workflow, audience growth, and letting your voice be heard—literally—without the pressure of being on camera.

Connect with Pepper Kat

Website: https://www.pepperkat.com/designyourdreamgirl

Twitter: https://x.com/spicy_spectrum_

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Chapters

00:00 Meet Pepper Kat and Spicy Spectrum
00:45 What Makes Spicy Spectrum Unique
01:30 Episode Formats and Release Schedule
02:18 Overcoming Early Podcast Hesitations
03:47 Why Start a Podcast?
04:57 News Producing Skills Applied
05:36 Audio-Only Podcasting Decisions
06:16 Growing the Show Without Video
07:20 How the Show’s Focus Has Shifted
08:22 Two Years In: Podcast Milestones
09:06 Marketing and Social Media Strategies
10:41 Which Social Platforms Matter Most
11:18 Different Audiences, Different Platforms
12:31 DIY Podcast Production Workflow
13:46 Scheduling and Batch Recording Secrets
15:02 Segment-by-Segment Recording Insights
17:06 Guesting on Other Shows for Growth
18:41 Is Podcast Guesting Working?
19:26 Tracking Listener Growth from Guesting
20:39 Tools for Recording and Editing
22:28 Where Podcast Guests Come From
23:07 How the Podcast Makes Money
24:07 Patreon Launch and Membership
25:23 Listener Numbers and Stats
26:48 Doing the Podcast for the Love of It
28:19 Consistency and Launch Lessons
28:59 Reflecting on Two Years of Podcasting
29:44 What’s Next for Spicy Spectrum
30:16 Where to Find the Show and Goodbye