Send us feedback/questions via TextBon Jovi and Taylor SwiftEver compared your podcasting journey to rocking out at a Bon Jovi concert? We'll take you through our trials and triumphs with streaming tools like Ecamm and StreamYard, sharing insights from our live chat audience about maintaining audio quality. Inspired by Tom Webster's "The Audience Is Listening," we dive into how truly knowing your listeners can fuel your podcast's growth. Prepare for some entertaining analogies as we liken our podcast experiences to those unforgettable moments at live concerts that leave you wanting more.What's the secret to sustaining passion in a formulaic podcast? We reflect on the delicate balance between getting paid for podcasting and finding personal satisfaction and how staying true to one's content vision can ward off burnout. Drawing parallels with the struggles of 80s bands, we underscore the importance of persistence and constant improvement. Rounding out the discussion, we share personal anecdotes and industry insights on building relationships and networking, highlighting how connections have been a cornerstone of our podcasting journey. Join us for a rich conversation filled with practical tips, relatable stories, and a forward-looking perspective on podcasting success.Mentioned In This EpisodeThe Audience is Listening By Tom WebsterEvmuxIf you need an editor for your show, check out Ed at soniccupcake.com Podcast Hot SeatGrow your podcast audience with Podcast Hot Seat. We help you do more of what is working, and fine tune those things that need polished. In addition to the podcast audit, you get a FREE MONTH at the School of Podcasting (including more coaching). Check it out at https://www.podcasthotseat.com/storeYour Audience Will Thank You! Can't Attend Live?Go to askthepodcastcoach.com/voicemail and leave us your question.The Dark Horse Entrepreneur | Helping Parents Make Money OnlineFor hardworking parents seeking side hustles & yearning for the freedom & fulfillment...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifyPodcast Branding.coMark Des Cotes makes professional podcast artwork, websites and moreBased on a True Story PodcastHave you ever wondered how much of those "based on a true story" movies are true?School of PodcastingGet access to courses, community, and unlimited one-on-one consultingSupporter of The Week: Ed SulivanSonic Cupcake for All Your Podcast Editing NeedsDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showBE AWESOME!Thanks for listening to the show. Help the show continue to exist and get a shout-out on the show by becoming an awesome supporter by going to