About this episode

In this episode, Charles Daily announces the expansion of the podcast through live streaming on Kik and Twitch to enhance listener interaction.

Crisis Lifeline: Call/Text 988 National Helpline 1-800-662-4357 Veterans Crisis Line (dial 988 then press 1) National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-SAFE) Fosterdaddirective@gmail.com In this announcement episode, I share that I’m expanding the podcast by starting live streams on Kik and Twitch to make the show more interactive and consistent. I explain that I’m still figuring out the best schedule, especially with camping season coming up and weekends becoming busy, so I’m asking regular listeners to reach out with times that work best for them. My goal is to create a space where listeners can suggest topics in real time, participate through chat, and join Q&A sessions after recordings, even if they’re not comfortable appearing as guests themselves. I also mention that these streaming channels will connect with my older Veteran Gaming brand, which already has a larger following than my podcasts. I also talk about why this shift matters to me personally. Streaming gives me a chance to connect directly with listeners, gather fresh ideas, and make the podcast feel less one-sided. I want the show to evolve into something more flexible and enjoyable rather than feeling like…

People in this episode

Host: Charles Daily

Topics covered

• live streaming
• podcast expansion
• listener interaction
• public speaking
• community engagement

Keywords

• Twitch

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Veteran Gaming, Crisis Lifeline, National Helpline, Veterans Crisis Line, National Domestic Violence Hotline

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