A Slight Change of Plans
by Pushkin Industries
Is this your podcast?Pushkin Industries is an independent podcast creator known for producing high-quality narrative-driven content that combines storytelling with insightful analysis. They have gained recognition for their innovative approach to audio storytel…
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Audience Interest
- change and adaptation strategies
- personal growth stories
Podcast Focus
- navigating life changes
- personal stories of upheaval
Publishing Consistency
- 175 episodes produced
- active for 5 years
Platform Reach
- available on major podcast platforms
- Apple Podcasts Best Show winner
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Total monthly reach
Estimated from 8 chart positions in 8 markets.
By chart position
- 🇨🇦CA · Society & Culture#1135K to 30K
- 🇺🇸US · Society & Culture#1975K to 30K
- 🇮🇳IN · Society & Culture#7510K to 30K
- 🇿🇦ZA · Society & Culture#733K to 10K
- 🇳🇬NG · Society & Culture#118500 to 3K
- Per-Episode Audience
Est. listeners per new episode within ~30 days
7.5K to 34K🎙 Daily cadence·175 episodes·Last published 1mo ago - Monthly Reach
Unique listeners across all episodes (30 days)
25K to 112K🇨🇦27%🇺🇸27%🇮🇳27%+5 more - Active Followers
Loyal subscribers who consistently listen
7.5K to 34K46K real followers tracked across platforms
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From 19 epsHosts
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Recent episodes
Tenacity: Stories about perseverance | From The Story Collider
Jul 14, 2026
36m 45s
A Realist’s Guide to Optimism
Jul 7, 2026
33m 53s
When Panic Takes Over – And How to Break Free
Jun 16, 2026
17m 57s
Caitlin Lost the Voice in Her Head
Jun 9, 2026
1h 03m 55s
The Science of True Fun
Jun 3, 2026
44m 13s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/14/26 | perseverancecoral reef conservation+3 | Emily DarlingJames Gordon | Wildlife Conservation SocietyUniversity of Toronto+5 | — | coral reefsperseverance+3 | — | 36m 45s | ||
| 7/7/26 | optimismpsychology+3 | Deepika Chopra | The Power of Real Optimism: A Practical, Science-Based Guide to Staying Resilient, Curious, and Open Even When Life Is Hard | — | optimismpsychology+5 | — | 33m 53s | ||
| 6/16/26 | panic attacksmental health+3 | Matt Gutman | AmazonPushkin Industries+1 | — | panic attacksMatt Gutman+3 | — | 17m 57s | ||
| 6/9/26 | identitymental health+3 | Caitlin | ProxyPushkin Industries | — | inner narratoridentity crisis+3 | — | 1h 03m 55s | ||
| 6/3/26 | funwellbeing+3 | Catherine Price | Pushkin IndustriesThe Power of Fun: How To Feel Alive Again+1 | — | funwellbeing+3 | — | 44m 13s | ||
| 5/28/26 | griefloss+4 | Allie Kramer | Worst Club EverPushkin Industries+1 | — | griefcancer+5 | — | 1h 00m 51s | ||
| 5/19/26 | commencementlife lessons+3 | — | Juilliard School of Music | — | commencement addressJuilliard+3 | — | 19m 29s | ||
| 5/12/26 | social interactionspsychology+3 | Nick Epley | Pushkin IndustriesA Little More Social+1 | — | social psychologyfear of rejection+3 | — | 45m 47s | ||
| 5/5/26 | small businessesendurance+3 | Ben Walter | The Unshakeables | — | small businessesendurance+5 | Chase for Business | 14m 36s | ||
| 4/28/26 | changeidentity+4 | Rainn Wilson | Obama White HouseSoul Boom+3 | — | Rainn WilsonMaya+4 | — | 1h 08m 21s | ||
| 4/21/26 | relationshipslove+3 | Sonja Lyubomirsky | Pushkin IndustriesHow to Feel Loved | — | loverelationships+3 | — | 32m 11s | ||
| 4/14/26 | parenthoodlife choices+3 | Maya | Creation Myth | — | closurelife decisions+3 | — | 46m 15s | ||
| 4/7/26 | psychedelicsconsciousness+3 | Michael Pollan | A World Appears: A Journey into Consciousness | — | Michael Pollanpsychedelics+3 | — | 38m 17s | ||
| 3/31/26 | consciousnesspsychedelics+3 | Michael Pollan | A World AppearsThe Other Side of Change | — | consciousnessMichael Pollan+3 | — | 49m 02s | ||
| 3/24/26 | life lessonsadvice+3 | — | The Mothtelenovelas+2 | — | life adviceThe Moth+5 | — | 51m 24s | ||
| 3/17/26 | stroke recoveryidentity+3 | Rachel E. Gross | The Other Side of ChangePushkin Industries+1 | — | strokeidentity+3 | — | 37m 32s | ||
| 3/10/26 | mental healthstrength+3 | Christy Warren | Pushkin IndustriesThe Other Side of Change | — | mental healthstrength+3 | — | 44m 42s | ||
| 3/3/26 | decision makingsatisfaction+3 | Barry Schwartz | Pushkin IndustriesChoose Wisely+1 | — | decision makingsatisfaction+5 | — | 29m 07s | ||
| 2/25/26 | shamevulnerability+4 | Brené Brown | NYTimesA Slight Change of Plans+2 | — | Brené BrownMaya+5 | — | 42m 00s |
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Distribution & Reach
About the show, platforms, and key insights.
Distribution & Reach
About the show, platforms, and key insights.
Pushkin Industries is an independent podcast creator known for producing high-quality narrative-driven content that combines storytelling with insightful analysis. They have gained recognition for their innovative approach to audio storytelling, often collaborating with notable figures in various fields. "A Slight Change of Plans," hosted by cognitive scientist Dr. Maya Shankar, uniquely explores the theme of personal transformation in the face of unexpected life changes. The podcast blends deeply personal narratives with scientific insights, offering listeners practical strategies for navigating upheaval. With 175 episodes, it has established a strong reputation for its engaging format that balances emotional storytelling with academic expertise. The show appeals to a diverse audience interested in personal growth and resilience, attracting listeners who seek to understand and adapt to life's unpredictability. By providing relatable stories and evidence-based strategies, it offers valuable tools for those facing their own challenges, making it both inspiring and practical.
By the numbers
- Total followers: 46K
- Total plays: 1.7M
- Total reviews: 2.0K
Platforms
TuneIn
- Followers: 557
Castbox
- Followers: 30K
- Plays: 525K
- Reviews: 29
YouTube
- Subscribers: 14K
- Views: 1.2M
- Videos: 436
Podcast App
- Followers: 2.1K
- Reviews: 1.9K
Podcast Republic
- Followers: 11
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Key insights
What the show covers
- navigating life changes
- personal stories of upheaval
- scientific exploration of change
- interviews with notable guests
Audience interests
- change and adaptation strategies
- personal growth stories
- cognitive science insights
- cultural perspectives on change
Platform reach
- available on major podcast platforms
- Apple Podcasts Best Show winner
- growing listener base
- no specific platform data available
Publishing consistency
- 175 episodes produced
- active for 5 years
- weekly publishing cadence
- consistent episode release schedule
Chart history for A Slight Change of Plans
Peaked at #73 in South Africa, currently #73 in South Africa.
| Market | Genre | Peak | Current | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Africa | — | #73 | #73 | — |
| India | — | #75 | #75 | — |
| Canada | — | #113 | #113 | — |
| NG | — | #118 | #118 | — |
| AE | — | #119 | #119 | — |
| ID | — | #130 | #130 | — |
| KE | — | #161 | #161 | — |
| United States | — | #197 | #197 | — |
Chart Positions
8 placements across 8 markets.
Chart Positions
8 placements across 8 markets.