Five Ways That Podcasters Are Their Own Worst Enemy

Podcasters of all shapes and sizes want to succeed. Some want to command a Joe Rogan-size audience, while others just want to engage their circle of friends. Still others wish to connect with others who share their interests, such as sewing, basketball, romcoms, or music.

This article celebrates podcasting by examining the flaws that exist, many of which are exacerbated by podcasters who have a vested interest in the success of this medium.

Humans are capable of great acts of kindness, but they are also perfectly capable of self-destructive behavior. History has countless examples of flawed humans, dysfunctional nations, and unsustainable civilizations.

Today, I’m concentrating on podcasters. Therefore, I give you “Five Ways That Podcasters Are Their Own Worst Enemy.”

1 — Podcasters having multiple podcasts

Talk to indie podcasters for any length of time, and you’ll discover that so many of them have multiple podcasts. One woman I know has “seven” podcasts! Why? I’ll let her explain: “Well, I need a different podcast for different audiences. I have two interview podcasts. One for friends and one for everybody…”

This woman is not alone in her podcast collection fetish.