Practical Podcasting: Turning Your Hobby into a Potential Career with Kate Wallinga

Welcome to the MYP Show, where host Hector Santiesteban helps you grow a successful podcast. In this episode, Hector interviews Kate Wallinga, host of the Ignorance Was Bliss podcast. Kate shares her journey of self-discovery through podcasting, her evolution from a defined podcast to exploring different genres, and how she overcame a mid-pod crisis. She also explains why she chose audio over video and shares advice on growing a successful podcast. Tune in for an inspiring episode!

In This Episode, You'll Learn:

• 00:00:00 Unleashing The Potential of Podcasting with Kate Wallinga
• 00:02:52 Journey to Podcasting: A Life-Changing Decision
• 00:04:07 Discovering The Magic of Podcasting as a Medium
• 00:07:11 Overcoming Imperfections and Finding Inner Strength with Podcasting
• 00:09:46 Harnessing The Power of Podcasting for Self-Expression and Personal Growth
• 00:11:12 Overcoming Challenges and Navigating the Learning Curve of Podcasting with a Disability
• 00:13:15 How Unexpected Feedback Can Lead to Self-Reflection and Personal Growth
• 00:15:50 Monetizing Your Podcast: Navigating the World of Podcast Monetization
• 00:17:43 Overcoming The Fear of Losing Control in Monetizing Your Podcast
• 00:20:15 Learn from the Pros: Gaining Inspiration from Successful Podcasters

Links And Resources:

• Ignorance Was Bliss
• Connect With Kate here
• Kate on LinkedIn
• Hector Santiesteban LinkedIn
• Hector Santiesteban Twitter

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