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Why Comparison Culture Threatens Your Podcast’s Purpose

2026-07-10T09:38:24-04:00comparison trap, fake whys, podcast metrics|

As more podcasts compete for attention and social media overflows with milestones and metrics, it’s easy to feel “behind” or inadequate. Especially when your show is serving a meaningful but smaller audience. Let's look at how comparison culture hands you the wrong ruler, leading you to measure your progress against standards that don’t fit your why.

How to Keep Your Podcast Motivation

2026-07-10T08:59:43-04:00evolving podcast purpose, podcast motivation|

In this kickoff to Season Five of The Podcast Why, I talk about sustaining your podcast motivation. I talk about how your core reason for podcasting should naturally evolve, how to recognize the subtle signs of change, and concrete steps for updating your purpose without losing momentum.

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