If you want to start a podcast in 2026, listen to this first

About this episode

This episode discusses the essential questions and considerations for anyone thinking about starting a podcast in 2026.

If you’re thinking about starting a podcast next year, this episode is about slowing down before you press record. I share the key questions you need to ask yourself before launching, why success in podcasting looks very different depending on your goals, and why a thoughtful, well-crafted show will always outperform something rushed or trend-chasing. This episode is for anyone who wants to create a podcast they’re proud of, not just something they “give a crack” and abandon six months later. In this episode, I cover: Why success in podcasting isn’t one-size-fits-all How to define success metrics that actually work for your life and goals Why high-quality, well-considered shows are more important than ever Whether it’s “too late” to start a podcast (spoiler: it’s not) The questions every new podcaster should answer before they begin EPISODE CREDITS: Host: Rachel Corbett Editing Assistance: Josh Newth LINKS & OTHER IMPORTANT STUFF: Join my newsletter here Find out how to work with me here Apply for my Mastermind here Download my free podcasting guide Check out my online podcasting course, PodSchool Click here to submit a question to the show Email me…

People in this episode

Host: Rachel Corbett

Topics covered

• podcasting
• success metrics
• content creation
• goal setting

Keywords

• podcast launch
• quality content
• podcasting goals

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