In this episode of Randy Unscripted, we explore the top ten myths about podcasting that can hold creators back before they even hit record. From the pressure to include video, to fears about gear, downloads, and consistency, we examine the most common misconceptions and why they aren’t always true. This episode is designed to help both new and experienced podcasters cut through the noise and focus on what truly matters for building a podcast that lasts.
We dive into myths like the idea that you must launch with multiple episodes, that success comes fast if you do everything “right,” and that you need to be an expert to start. Using real-world experience, we discuss why these assumptions can create unnecessary stress and delay, and offer practical insight for creating a podcast that’s authentic, sustainable, and engaging. Listeners will come away understanding that consistency, connection, and purpose outweigh perfection, speed, and comparison.
Finally, we tackle the myth that podcasting is “too saturated to start now” using real data from Podcast Index, showing just how many podcasts are truly active and consistently publishing. The episode closes with encouragement for creators to focus on serving their audience, sharing their voice, and embracing the journey rather than chasing metrics or following every so-called rule. Whether you’re just starting or have been publishing for a while, this episode provides guidance and motivation to podcast confidently and intentionally.
Chapters in this Episode:
00:00 1. Introduction
02:37 2. Myth #1 – You Must Do Video to Be Relevant
05:15 3. Myth #2 – You Need Expensive Gear to Start a Podcast
07:13 4. Myth #3 – You Must Launch With Three Episodes
09:04 5. Myth #4 – You Have to Release Weekly or You’ll Fail
11:09 6. Myth #5 – Downloads Are the Only Metric That Matters
13:06 7. Myth #6 – If Your Podcast Is Good, People Will Find It
14:58 8. Myth #7 – You Have to Be an Expert to Start a Podcast
16:43 9. Myth #8 – If You’re Not Making Money, It’s Not Worth It
18:38 10. Myth #9 – Success Happens Fast If You Do It Right
20:17 11. Myth #10 – Podcasting Is Too Saturated to Start Now
23:03 12. Closing / Takeaways
- In this episode of Randy Unscripted, we explore the top ten myths about podcasting that can hold creators back before they even hit record. From the pressure to include video, to fears about gear, downloads, and consistency, we examine the most common misconceptions and why they aren’t always true. This episode is designed to help[…]