{"id":8082,"date":"2025-01-21T06:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-01-21T06:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/elizabethmccravy.com\/?p=8082"},"modified":"2025-06-09T11:25:48","modified_gmt":"2025-06-09T11:25:48","slug":"starting-a-podcast-in-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/elizabethmccravy.com\/starting-a-podcast-in-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"The Ultimate Guide to Starting a Podcast in 2025 (8 Things You MUST Do!)"},"content":{"rendered":"Reading Time: <\/span> 22<\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span>\n\n\t

In celebration of 300 podcast episodes-which actually happened a few weeks ago-this is episode 302. I used that episode to announce that baby number three is on the way, which was really special. But today, I want to celebrate 300 episodes by sharing advice and tips for those considering starting a podcast in 2025. Or, if you already have a podcast like I do, I’ll be giving you behind-the-scenes insights-many of which I rarely hear others talk about-on how to truly grow and monetize your show.<\/p>\n

This episode is packed with things I never <\/i>hear other podcasters discuss, and it’s relevant whether you’re brand new to podcasting, thinking about starting a show but unsure if you should, or already an established podcaster wanting to stay on top of trends. If you’re wondering what’s working for 2025, I’ll touch on that too because I personally love keeping up with podcasting trends. Let’s dive in!<\/p>\n\t

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Okay, to start, I have eight tips to share with you today-but this first one is more like a bonus tip. So, after 300 episodes (technically 302 now) and countless hours of talking into a mic in different spaces-from our apartment guest room when I first started to various home offices over the years-I can confidently say that starting this podcast was one of the best decisions I ever made.<\/p>\n

That leads me to my first quick piece of advice: just start. Give it a try. One thing people don’t always consider when starting something in business is that it’s okay to quit. If you start a podcast, commit to a set timeframe-whatever makes sense for your life and business. Maybe that’s 10 episodes. If you decide you hate it, you can stop. No one will judge you. But at least you’ll have learned something from the experience, and you can move on with clarity.<\/p>\n

For me, when I started almost six years ago, I had so many nerves and so much anticipation. I kept thinking, Who am I to do this? Who am I to teach business to people? But I did it-and I’m so glad I did.<\/p>\n

Podcasting has truly been one of the most fulfilling parts of my business. I get to help people in a tangible way, providing valuable content for free, while still earning money through affiliates, sponsors, and sales generated by listeners of the show. It’s a win-win, and honestly, a lot of people don’t realize how powerful podcasting can be. Over the years, I’ve received so many heartfelt messages from listeners sharing how this podcast has impacted them-and each one makes the journey worth it. If you’ve ever sent me a message like that, please know how much I appreciate you and your support.<\/p>\n

Beyond that, podcasting has also helped me grow as a teacher, a communicator, and a business owner. It builds confidence, improves speaking skills, and is just so much fun.<\/p>\n

Read more: 3 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Hit Record On My First Podcast Episode<\/a><\/p>\n\t

Starting a Podcast in 2025<\/h2>\n

I launched my show in 2019, and the podcasting landscape was completely different back then.<\/b> Some of the opportunities available today didn’t even exist. So, in this episode, I’m not just sharing general podcasting advice-I’m giving you my best insights on what I would do if I were starting a podcast in 2025<\/i>, not what I would have done in 2019.<\/p>\n

If I were starting a brand-new podcast from scratch, here’s exactly what I would do. Podcasting is constantly evolving, so it doesn’t really matter what I would have done differently in 2019. What matters is what I would do right now in 2025-whether it’s launching a new show or making adjustments to my current one based on where the industry is heading.<\/p>\n

Ironically, the inspiration for this episode comes from the fact that I’ve actually considered starting another podcast. Not stopping this show-but creating a completely new one on a different topic. Funny enough, the day before I announced my pregnancy with baby number three, I did a “guess what the big announcement is” post,<\/a> and so many of you guessed the exact type of podcast I’ve been thinking about starting.<\/p>\n

I still have this idea on my heart, and I do think I’ll launch it at some point-but probably not in 2025. Maybe I’ll surprise myself, who knows? But with a new baby on the way and two kids already, I’m not sure I have the capacity to run two shows this year. Still, it was wild to see how many of you guessed the exact topic I was considering!<\/p>\n

So, I’ve been channeling all my thoughts into this episode. If I were starting a new podcast today, what would I do differently? What would I keep the same? What strategies would I implement from day one? These are the things I’ve been thinking about, and I’m sharing them with you today.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\"podcast\n\t

1. Get Really Niche With Your Podcast’s Topic and Who the Audience Is<\/h2>\n

First up on the list of starting a podcast in 2025: Get really niche with your podcast topic and audience.<\/b><\/p>\n

I know that sounds basic, but hear me out-it’s actually less obvious than you might think.<\/p>\n

To start, I don’t<\/b> believe podcasting is oversaturated. That’s something people say a lot, and maybe you’ve even felt it yourself while considering starting a show. But in reality, podcasting is growing every year. More and more people are listening to podcasts, and audio as a medium is gaining massive popularity-just look at how audiobooks have exploded.<\/p>\n

For example-and this is totally random, not even in my notes-but take Harry Potter.<\/i> They’re redoing the entire series as a full-production audio experience. Many audiobooks are following that trend. Audio is big, and podcasting is very much part of that growth.<\/p>\n

As of 2025, global podcast listenership is projected to reach 584 million<\/b>, a significant jump from 2024. In the U.S. alone, 135 million people<\/b> are expected to be regular podcast listeners, with 47% of Americans over the age of 12<\/b> tuning in regularly. So yes, a lot<\/b> of people are listening to podcasts-including you, since you’re here!<\/p>\n

That said, while there are a lot of podcasts, that doesn’t mean it’s oversaturated. But it does mean that starting a generic podcast won’t set you up for success.<\/p>\n

Here’s what many people selling podcast courses won’t tell you: Niche podcasts perform extremely well.<\/b> They’re more bingeable because they attract the right audience-people who become obsessed with your show and listen to every episode. Compare that to a broad, unfocused podcast where some episodes appeal to one group, others to another, and no single audience is fully invested. The more specific your niche, the easier it is to build a loyal following.<\/b><\/p>\n

In my course, Podcast Success Blueprint<\/a>, I teach a few lessons on finding your niche.<\/p>\n

When podcasting was new, people could start broad, build an audience, and then niche down over time. But that’s not the case anymore. Just like when online courses first became popular 15 years ago, people could sell mediocre courses and still make money. Now? If your course isn’t good, it won’t sell. Same with podcasting-you need to be intentional.<\/b><\/p>\n

Here are some examples:<\/p>\n