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Every indie podcaster hits that moment — the one where you wonder, “Why am I even doing this?” Low download numbers, crickets for feedback, and the creeping feeling that no one’s listening can make podcast burnout feel inevitable.
But here’s the truth:
👉 Most podcasts don’t fail because they’re bad — they fail because the host gives up too soon.
In this episode, we dive into:
✅ The 2011 doomsday prediction (remember Harold Camping?) and how it surprisingly connects to podcasting
✅ Why indie podcasters quietly predict their own “podcast doomsday”
✅ The emotional rollercoaster of hobby podcasting (yes, you’re normal)
✅ 6 actionable tips to stay motivated, consistent, and keep growing — even when the numbers feel discouraging
We’ll cover:
🎙 How to focus on one listener at a time
🎙 Why consistency beats overnight success
🎙 Using stats as a tool, not a self-worth scorecard
🎙 Putting fun and creativity first
🎙 How to build community around your show
🎙 The power of saving positive feedback for tough days
If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or ready to hang up the mic, this episode is packed with podcasting motivation, real talk, and strategies to help indie podcasters stay in the game. Remember, your best episode is still ahead — don’t quit before the magic happens. ✨
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Timestamps / Chapters
00:00 – Intro & 2011 Doomsday Throwback
01:21 – Sponsor Shoutout (Riverside.fm)
02:34 – The Two Topics Podcasters Should Avoid
03:14 – Harold Camping’s End of the World Prediction
06:00 – Why People Believed & the Fallout
09:25 – The Emotional & Community Impact
11:32 – What This Has to Do with Podcasting
13:23 – The Real Reason Indie Podcasts Fail
17:35 – 6 Tips to Keep Your Podcast Going
18:07 – Tip 1: Stay Consistent
19:12 – Tip 2: Focus on Sharper Content
20:35 – Tip 3: Speak to One Listener at a Time
21:43 – Tip 4: Use Stats as Tools, Not Judgment
23:21 – Tip 5: Remember Why You Started
26:30 – Tip 6: Save Listener Feedback
27:59 – Final Motivation & Closing Thoughts
28:55 – How to Reach Out & Outro
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