74. The Hidden Costs Of DIY Podcasting

You started your podcast with big dreams, but somewhere along the way, it started feeling heavy. Maybe you're doing every single thing yourself: recording, editing, writing show notes, promoting, scheduling guests, managing social media... and you're exhausted.

In this episode, we’re getting real about the hidden costs of DIY podcasting. I’m not here to guilt trip you or sell you a "one size fits all" solution, but I am here to help you recognize where your energy is leaking, where support could change the game, and why doing it alone isn’t the badge of honor you think it is.

🧠 Inside this episode:

• Why so many podcasters end up doing everything solo (and why it’s not your fault)
• The sneaky ways DIY podcasting leads to burnout, creative block, and missed opportunities
• How the mental load of managing your show silently drains your energy
• A simple Podcast Energy Audit you can do in 15 minutes
• Different types of podcasting support at every budget (from free to full-service)
• How to know whether it’s time to get help or let something go altogether
  
  

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You don't have to do everything yourself to prove you're serious.
 You just have to keep showing up for your podcast, your people, and yourself.

Music Credit: Up An Octave Theme by Rue Spence with additional vocals provided by Darnell Spence

Up An Octave is hosted by Rue Spence of Sonivia. Up An Octave is a podcast for women and nonbinary people who are ready to take up space in podcasting to share their voices with the world.