Topics covered in this episode:​

• Dealing with the stress and challenges of podcasting, including burnout, creative expansion, and overcoming the pressure for overnight success.
• The importance and power of local content in podcasting, including successful connections with a local audience and sponsorships.
• The role of luck and slow-burn foundation in the success of podcasting, books, content, YouTube, and live events.
• Strategies for creating a positive environment for oneself and others to produce good podcast content.
• Insights on dealing with difficult individuals in the entertainment industry and the impact of talent versus behavior.
• The challenges faced by a successful media company owner in retaining a younger audience.
• The benefits and success of targeting a local audience in podcasting and building dedicated communities.

Episode Timestamps:​

• 00:00 Podcast burnout and tools for growth.
• 07:06 Avoid stress and negative people for success.
• 07:51 Talent isn't everything in the entertainment industry.
• 13:49 Real estate agents excited about local podcasting.
• 14:08 Specialized content attracts desired listeners, avoiding "waste."
• 17:30 Parasocial relationships can happen to you.
• 22:05 Ways to overcome podcast/creator burnout.
• 25:29 Chewbacca Mom ... now what?
• 27:51 Free podcast growth toolkit, personalized coaching available.

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About this episode of Build a Big Podcast:​

This is the audio companion to Issue 163 of Big Podcast Insider. If you're interested in more info on what I talk about on this episode and also links, that's where to go. On this episode, I dive into where the money is made in podcasting. how to get more reviews (and subscribers) for your podcast, podcast hosting, and more.   ​

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