Sept. 12, 2025

369 - When Does the Podcast Money Start Rolling In?

Show Notes

Why did you start your podcast? Was it for money, passion, or both? Today, we play a TikTok clip from the Okay Sister Pod that lays out three honest tips for launching a show. Their takes sparked a lively debate. Some agreed that podcasting shouldn’t begin with money as the goal, while others argued that it is possible to earn if you approach it with a clear plan and treat it like a business. We also discuss the reality of low early downloads, why consistency matters more than a weekly schedule, and how to reframe your analytics. To close out the week, we keep our Friday tradition alive by sharing and celebrating wins from our community.

Episode Highlights:

[03:21] TikTok Clip: Okay Sister Pod Launch Tips

[06:00] Don’t Do It for the Money Debate

[09:00] Business Plans, Sponsorships, and Monetization

[13:00] Why Podcasting Is Harder Than It Looks

[26:00] Slow Growth and Managing Expectations

[36:00] Consistency and Communication

[41:00] Friday Wins

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