In this episode, I circle back to a classic question:What do you wish you’d known when you started your podcast that you know now?This is a question I’ve asked in the past (shout-out to <a href="https://www.schoolofpodcasting.com/768" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">episode 768</a> back in 2021!), and while I received close to 20 answers then, participation was a bit lighter this time around. But don’t worry—the quality makes up for the quantity!Featured Guests & Their InsightsI’m joined by two long-time contributors—<a href="https://KimNewlove.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Kim Newlove</a> and <a href="https://SteveStewart.me" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Steve Stewart</a>—who share powerfully honest responses about their podcasting journeys.Kim Newlove:Kim shares 12 things she wishes she’d known when starting her podcasts, The Pharmacist’s Voice and the Perrysburg Podcast. She talks about everything from being able to change your podcast’s “why” as its mission evolves, to discovering the right gear (hello, <a href="https://geni.us/shure-sm7b-podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Shure SM7B!</a>), figuring out realistic production schedules, mastering research and writing demands, making effective use of Canva for episode artwork, choosing media hosts wisely, the importance of newsletters, the value of trailers, and more. She emphasizes learning as you go and assures new podcasters that it’s totally okay to fill in gaps as you build your parachute on the way down!Steve Stewart:Steve reflects on how much he wishes he’d known how to edit for content when he first began his show in 2010. His early episodes would benefit from a bit more polish, and he shares how improving his editing skills made a huge difference not just for his own podcast, but eventually for others through his work at the <a href="https://www.schoolofpodcasting.com/pea" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Podcast Editors Academy</a>. Steve also offers an excellent resource for anyone looking for a podcast editor.My Takeaways & Thoughts:I share my own lessons learned—including the importance of setting aside regular time for learning new skills, asking for direct feedback from listeners, and being willing to adapt and evolve your show as needed. I also discuss the value of constructive criticism and how it helps me grow as a podcaster.Resources & Mentions:<ul><li>Kim’s Podcasts: <a href="https://thepharmacistsvoice.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Pharmacist’s Voice</a> and <a href="https://perrysburgpodcast.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Perrysburg Podcast</a> </li><li>Steve’s Podcast Editing Resource: <a href="https://stevestewart.me/findaneditor" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Find an Editor</a> </li><li>School of Podcasting: <a href="https://schoolofpodcasting.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">schoolofpodcasting.com</a> (use coupon code “listenr” for a discount!) </li><li>Media Host Recommendations: <a href="https://supportthisshow.com/captivate" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Captivate</a>, <a href="https://supportthisshow.com/buzzsprout" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Buzzsprout</a>, <a href="https://supportthisshow.com/libsyn" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Libsyn</a> (coupon sopfree), <a href="https://links.podcastingresources.com/transistor" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Transistor</a>, <a href="https://supportthisshow.com/blubrry" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Blubrry</a>, and now <a href="https://supportthisshow.com/rssdotcom" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">RSS.com</a> </li><li>Podcast Editors Academy: Steve Stewart and Mark Deal’s community <a href="https://www.podcasteditoracademy.com/?aff=podcastcoach" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">for podcast editors.</a></li><li>Newsletter Tools: <a href="https://partners.kit.com/wcqdcqy9cu40" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">ConvertKit</a> (for marketing now Kit) and <a href="https://substack.com/refer/davejackson" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Substack</a> (for sharing thoughts/content)</li></ul> As always, I encourage you to ask your audience for feedback, keep learning, and don’t be afraid to tweak your show or try something new. Whether you’re just starting out or you’ve been podcasting for years, there’s always something to learn.If you want more podcasting content, check out my other shows at <a href="https://powerofpodcasting.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">powerofpodcasting.com</a>.Thanks so much for listening! If you enjoyed the episode, I’d truly appreciate it if you shared it with a friendMentioned in this episode:What is Your Favorite Podcast and Why? If you could only listen to one show, what would it be, where can we find it, and WHY is it your favorite show?
Don't forget to tell us a little bit about your show and where we can find it. I need your answer by December 26th, 2025<a href="https://school-of-podcasting.captivate.fm/qotm">Question of the Month</a>Ready to Get Your Podcast Moving?Tiger Woods, Bill Gates, Oprah Winfrey all had coaches. We can help you avoid mistakes, give you constructive feedback and ensure you sound professional and make content that resonates with your audience. Join the School of Podcasting and in addition to the tutorials and community you get five hours of one-on-one coaching with me each month.<a href="https://school-of-podcasting.captivate.fm/start">School of Podcasting</a>Happy Holidays!Happy Holidays to you and your family!Live AppearancesI would love to see you! You can see where I'm going to be using the link below. If you would like me to speak at your offline or online event, contact me at www.schoolofpodcasting.com/contact<a href="https://school-of-podcasting.captivate.fm/where">Where Will I Be?</a>

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