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You know that pitch you *almost* sent? Or that big guest or sponsor you’re telling yourself you’ll reach out to “once you’re ready”? That idea you keep researching but haven’t acted on yet? This episode is about that moment—when you're stuck between wanting more for your podcast and actually going after it.
HuffPost contributor and media expert Alice Draper has helped clients land guest spots on 500+ podcasts, including WorkLife with Adam Grant and UnF*ck Your Brain. She joins me to unpack the psychology behind rejection, why your brain sees “no” as a survival threat, and how this fear keeps you from the visibility, credibility, and growth you deserve.
So if you’re tired of watching other people land the guests, sponsors, and traction you want—and you're ready to start pitching bigger names and getting your show into the rooms it deserves to be in (even if it scares you a little)—hit play and let’s dive in.
1:36 – The Real Fear Behind “My Show Isn’t Big Enough Yet”
6:15 – How Visibility Triggers Imposter Syndrome (and What to Do About It)
9:09 – “They’ll Probably Say No Anyway”—And Other Lies We Tell Ourselves
15:46 – Why You Don’t Need More Downloads to Pitch Big Guests or Sponsors
17:58 – The One Thing You’re Not Doing That Could Actually Grow Your Show
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You know that pitch you *almost* sent? Or that big guest or sponsor you’re telling yourself you’ll reach out to “once you’re ready”? That idea you keep researching but haven’t acted on yet? This episode is about that moment—when you're stuck between wanting more for your podcast and actually going after it.
HuffPost contributor and media expert Alice Draper has helped clients land guest spots on 500+ podcasts, including WorkLife with Adam Grant and UnF*ck Your Brain. She joins me to unpack the psychology behind rejection, why your brain sees “no” as a survival threat, and how this fear keeps you from the visibility, credibility, and growth you deserve.
So if you’re tired of watching other people land the guests, sponsors, and traction you want—and you're ready to start pitching bigger names and getting your show into the rooms it deserves to be in (even if it scares you a little)—hit play and let’s dive in.
1:36 – The Real Fear Behind “My Show Isn’t Big Enough Yet”
6:15 – How Visibility Triggers Imposter Syndrome (and What to Do About It)
9:09 – “They’ll Probably Say No Anyway”—And Other Lies We Tell Ourselves
15:46 – Why You Don’t Need More Downloads to Pitch Big Guests or Sponsors
17:58 – The One Thing You’re Not Doing That Could Actually Grow Your Show
Episode Links:
Other Episodes You’ll Enjoy:
→ This episode was recorded on the Deity VO-7U
Support the show
Liked this episode? Share it with a fellow podcaster!
Love this show? Say thanks by leaving a positive review.
Register for Courtney's Free Podcasting Workshop: How to 10x Your Business with a Podcast in 2025
Schedule a 1:1 Podcasting Audit with Courtney.
Curious about PodLaunch®? Book a Demo to see if our podcasting mentorship is the right fit for your business.
Connect with Courtney: Linked In | Instagram | PodLaunch HQ
©Ⓟ 2018–2025 by Courtney Elmer. All Rights Reserved.
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