1. Can you actually launch, grow and monetise an audio-only podcast in 2026? (This is my Experiment!)

Welcome to episode 1 of Podcasting for Female Entrepreneurs - the podcast where I'm putting my own strategy to the test, in real time, in your ears. The big question this whole show is built around: can you launch, grow and monetise an audio-only podcast in 2026, in a world that won't stop telling you you NEED video? I personally don't think you do but I'm about to find out by doing it myself! In this opening episode, I share why I'm launching this podcast now, where my podcasting journey actually started and why audio-only is the strategy I'm testing out as a podcast manager and coach for women in business. In this episode: The central question this entire podcast is built around My full podcasting story: from A Cup of Positivitea to The Woman Up Podcast (and the burnout in between!) Why I'm using this show as a live case study for podcast launch and podcast growth The 92% audio-only stat that completely changed how I think about podcast strategy Why podcast video is an upgrade, not a starting requirement The mindset shift female entrepreneurs need around podcasting as a marketing funnel (not a hobby) About your host: Martha Lucía is a podcast manager and coach who helps female entrepreneurs use their podcast as a funnel for their business, not just a hobby. Through done-for-you podcast management, 1:1 podcast strategy and group coaching, Martha is on a mission to help women in business launch, grow and monetise their podcasts that actually convert listeners into clients. Follow the show: If this episode resonated, the best thing you can do is hit follow on whatever platform you're listening on. New episodes drop every Tuesday and you'll catch every win, flop and strategy along the way. Got thoughts on what you'd like to hear? Leave a comment or drop me a DM on Instagram!  Find Me on Instagram 💕