Fearless Podcasting Academy
Your voice has the power to inspire, impact, and ignite change—but only if people hear it. Fearless Podcasting Academy is where creators, entrepreneurs, and changemakers come to ditch self-doubt, amplify their voices, and build a podcast that demands attention. Here, we don’t just talk about podcasting. We talk about bold storytelling, creative innovation, and the courage to show up unapologetically. Whether you're launching your first episode or leveling up your platform, you'll get proven strategies, expert insights, and the confidence to make your message matter. Because your story isn’t just worth telling—it’s worth hearing. Hit subscribe and step into your fearless voice.
Fearless Podcasting Academy
Batching, Buffer Episodes, and Evergreen Magic: Building a Sustainable Podcast
If you've ever felt like podcasting is a hamster wheel you can't get off, this episode is your lifeline.
Dr. Stephanie Dean pulls back the curtain on the sustainability paradox — why being "consistent" without being "sustainable" will burn you out faster than a cheap candle. You'll learn how to plan smarter (not harder), create buffer episodes for life's curveballs, and build a show that actually lasts.
Spoiler: It’s not about being perfect. It’s about being prepared.
In This Episode, You'll Learn:
- Why 90% of podcasts die after just 11 episodes (and how not to be one of them)
- How to balance evergreen and timely content like a pro
- The Three Horizons Model for sustainable content planning
- How to batch record, research, and promote without losing your mind
- Why being realistic about your time is the most fearless thing you can do
Action Steps:
- Map out your next four episodes (Horizon 1)
- Sketch your quarterly theme (Horizon 2)
- Set your podcast mission for the year (Horizon 3)
- Build your Timely Trigger List (5 predictable events)
- Block your batching days — and protect them like Beyoncé protects her tour dates
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