What motivates and sustains a creative journey into podcasting as a medium for personal and professional expression? Explore the intersection of financial empowerment and creative storytelling through podcasting. “You know this isn’t very original, but it really is the journey. It’s the day-to-day experience and that for me has been sterling-platinum amazing.” ~ Teresa Mitchell more →

What factors influence the transition from podcast listener to podcast creator, and how can individuals overcome challenges in this journey? Discover how a passion for storytelling leads to a new creative journey in podcasting. “Your voice, your story—I’m all about story, obviously. It’s why I’m working on this new project to help people write about more →

How does embracing meaningful connections, shifting perspectives, and holding space enhance the experience of podcasting and personal growth? The conversation explores the transformative power of vulnerability and shifting perspectives in podcasting and beyond. “I think when we are vulnerable, when we let our guard down—and that’s what happens for me when I turn off the more →

How can someone with no technical expertise successfully create and sustain a podcast while navigating challenges and leveraging teamwork? Hear the story of a podcast journey that started with a simple Facebook post and evolved into a partnership with a professional network. “What is your why? […] because I’m doing this because I want to more →

How can curiosity and nuanced listening enhance meaningful conversations, particularly in the context of podcasting? A podcaster reveals how embracing curiosity and patience leads to unexpected and powerful storytelling. “The beauty of finding nuance is that it trains you to be a better listener, and it helps—at least it helps me—because I’m just infinitely curious. If more →

What is the role of podcasting in creating possibilities for connection, transformation, and personal growth? A single email or podcast episode can spark life-changing connections and opportunities. “You don’t know what’s going to happen. You don’t know if there’s going to be a chance to talk to somebody. […] There is a big emphasis on more →

How can parents and younger generations better prepare for an uncertain future shaped by technology, education, and climate change? A personal journey reveals the link between decision-making and courageous parenting. “I realized that the future that I thought—as a parent, who grew up as somebody else’s child—I was parenting as I was parented, not as more →

How has podcasting impacted Anette Carlisle’s life, goals, and creative journey? Creative fulfillment emerges as a significant benefit of building a body of podcasting work. “It’s been a way to share some really relevant information around the issues happening right now you know not just in Texas or Amarillo. But across the nation when it more →

How does transforming a face-to-face course into an audio and digital format affect the teaching process, and what lessons arise from that experience? Shifting to virtual teaching reveals how technology and podcast-like approaches can deeply connect with students. “I think it’s interesting. [I] try and think now of where do I get that energy from, more →

What are the differences and challenges in engaging an audience across live performances, studio recordings, and podcasts? Crafting a consistent identity for a podcast requires balancing creative freedom and audience expectations. “I started out thinking every episode of my podcast needed three actionable tips, something concrete so that even a stranger would walk away with more →