Mindset And Personal Development Episodes
Episodes aimed at personal growth and development for podcasters.
Jan. 16, 2026
437. The Invisible Wins That Keep Podcasters From Burning Out
Most podcasters don’t quit because they fail; they quit because they stop recognizing their progress. Today, we take a closer look at what real wins actually look like when you’re in the work week after week. While our lead h...
Dec. 19, 2025
426. The Creator Reset Every Podcaster Needs Right Now
As we close out the year, today we slow down and reflect together. This final Morning Chat of 2025 is not about tactics, growth hacks, or chasing trends. It is a community pause. We look back on the wins that reminded us why ...
Dec. 12, 2025
The 1 Choice to Make Before the New Year Starts
As 2025 winds down, we pause to reflect on the choices shaping where we’re headed next in our podcasting journeys and beyond. We explore the impact of saying yes and no as a community, through honest stories about doubt, trus...
Nov. 21, 2025
I Forgot to Hit Record!
Recently, I had one of those gut-punch moments every creator dreads: a dream interview, a perfect conversation… and I realized afterward that I never hit record. It was embarrassing, frustrating, and, honestly, it shook me mo...
Nov. 4, 2025
The Feedback Trap That’s Killing Your Podcast Growth
What’s your go-to ritual for shaking off negativity? Today’s conversation begins with that simple question and unfolds into a powerful talk about handling feedback as a creator. We explore how to process what’s useful, releas...
Aug. 26, 2025
358-What Camp Footprint Taught Me About Podcasting
Have you ever had an experience that changed the way you show up in the world? One that reignited your passion and reminded you why you care so deeply? Today I return from a 19-day summer break after volunteering at Camp Foot...
July 3, 2025
333 - How a Simple Yes Can Open Big Doors
What was one thing you said yes to that brought you where you are today? That’s the question of the day. Today, we share about the moments that move us forward and how one yes can lead to new paths and creative growth, and we...
May 12, 2025
302 - Is Failure Real?
Is failure real, or just feedback in disguise? This episode will shift your perspective if you've ever felt like giving up. Co-host Sid Meadows leads us in a powerful conversation about why the idea of failure might hold you ...
May 7, 2025
299 - Tackling Taboo Topics and Mental Health in Podcasting
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and while Marc is away on vacation, the Podcasting Morning Chat crew steps up and takes on the hard conversations around mental health and taboo topics in podcasting. Hosted by award-winn...
May 2, 2025
296 - The Truth About Feeling Exposed When You Share Your Podcast
Why is it harder to share your podcast with friends than with strangers? Even after years of creating, I still feel that fear. Today, we’re unpacking Imposter Syndrome and how to move past the fear of being judged. Before I s...
May 1, 2025
295 - Ways to be Comfortable being Uncomfortable
Have you ever stepped out of your comfort zone because you knew it could lead to a breakthrough? Recently, I performed in an improv showcase, and after this experience, I realized how much I've learned from the class translat...
April 25, 2025
291- Should I Delete My Cringeworthy Episodes?
Have you ever listened to your old episodes and can barely get through them? Do you cringe when you hear your voice or how you presented yourself? This is a situation even the most experienced podcasters find themselves in, a...
April 18, 2025
287 - How to Handle Negative Podcast Reviews Without Losing Your Sh!t
What do you do when the first piece of negative feedback hits you right in the feels? Today’s episode dives into the emotional sting of criticism — especially for podcasters — and how to process it without derailing your conf...
April 4, 2025
277 - Rediscovering Why We Podcast
Have you ever stopped to ask yourself why you really podcast? Today, we explore how our purpose evolves over time and what keeps us showing up. We share personal stories about podcasting through pain and rediscovering joy thr...
April 3, 2025
276 - What to Do When Motivation Fades
Have you ever felt drained? Have you ever questioned your passion? Today, I opened up about my struggles with low motivation and adjusting to a new season of life. With my co-hosts by my side, we shared honest reflections on ...
March 28, 2025
272 - Recognizing Award-Worthy Work and Celebrating Our Wins
I was recently nominated for the 50 Over 50 Podcast Awards, and to get in the spirit, I'm bringing out the Wheel of Topics and invite our community to play along with some fun hypothetical questions about winning podcast awar...
March 24, 2025
268 - Setting Boundaries to Beat Burnout and Podfade
If you're feeling stretched thin, pulled in too many directions, or teetering on the edge of podfade, this one's for you. Today we talked boundaries—not just the buzzword kind, but the kind that can protect your time, energy,...
March 21, 2025
267 - How to Keep Podcasting Fun and Fulfilling
In this episode, I opened up a conversation about how we can keep podcasting fun—not because it’s hard, but because it should be fun. We talked about breaking routines, trying new creative projects, and giving ourselves permi...
March 14, 2025
262 - What's the Golden Rule of Podcasting?
If you had to follow ONE golden rule for podcasters, what would it be? Today, we share our ideas for the one rule we believe every podcaster should follow. We cover the value of active listening, clear audio, and knowing your...
March 13, 2025
How to Inject the Real YOU into Your Podcast
Are you showing up entirely as yourself on your podcast or are you holding back? Today, we tackle a question from listener Izzy, who’s ready to shed the ‘professional filter’ and embrace her unapologetic self behind the mic. ...
March 7, 2025
257 - Lessons Learned From Podcasting & Celebrating Our Wins
Podcasting isn’t solely about hitting the record button. It’s full of unexpected life lessons as well. After a day of frustrating tech setbacks, I was reminded of the importance of patience and reaching out for support. This...
March 5, 2025
255 - What’s Behind the Fear of Launching Your Podcast?
Since you’ve been on your podcast journey, have you ever found yourself in the situation where you are on the home stretch, the recording has been done, and the final edits have been made, but you just can’t bring yourself to...
March 4, 2025
254 - Video, Mindset & Editing Truths and Myths with Matt Bliss (Part 2)
Is video podcasting really the key to discoverability, or is it just another myth? In this episode, we’re diving into one of the biggest, ongoing debates in podcasting: Do you need to be on YouTube and Spotify (video) to succ...
Feb. 24, 2025
248 - Podcasting Dilemmas: Stats, Reviews & When to Walk Away
Have you questioned the validity of your podcast rankings? Today, we address a Facebook Group question about the platform ‘Listen Notes’ and question the accuracy of our scores, and how much these scores may or may not matter...