We're diving into a rather taboo topic in the podcasting world: taking a break from your podcast. *Gasp!* Yup, we're going there. I’m showing you how to take a real break without losing your listeners and without anyone ever realizing you’re on hiatus (or sipping a marg on a sunny beach somewhere — who said anyone has to know?).

Whether you need a 90-day breather or a longer pause, I’ll break down the steps to stay top-of-mind with your audience while you take the time you need, without risking breaking listener trust or having to batch months of content in advance.

So if you’re wondering what to do when you need to step away from the mic but don’t want to lose the traction you’ve already worked so hard to build, hit play and let's make your business bingeworthy.

0:17 - How to Hit Pause Without Anyone Noticing
1:23 - Why Batching Isn’t Always the Answer
9:02 - How to Keep Your Audience Engaged Without Creating More
16:24 - How to Take a Longer Break Without Losing Listeners
18:50 - Is a Seasonal Format Right for Your Podcast?
17:01 - Think Netflix, But for Podcasting

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