Balancing Life, College, and Podcasting: Lessons from Isaiah Smith

In this episode of Afros & Audio's Black History Month interview series, Talib Jasir chats with Isaiah "Zaya" Smith, the creator of the Zaya Show. They discuss the inspiration behind the podcast, the evolution of its content, and Zaya's innovative methods of incorporating marketing and strategic communication. Zaya also shares his experiences with collaborations in the podcasting community and their significant impact on personal growth. Furthermore, they delve into the importance of authenticity and establishing a rapport with listeners. Zaya's future plans include a podcast tour and a new podcast network. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:24 The Journey to Creating the Zaya Show 01:32 Choosing Guests and Topics for the Zaya Show 03:02 Achieving Success and Strategies Used 05:03 Impact of Podcasting on Personal Growth 06:32 Collaboration with Organizations 09:09 Emerging Trends in Podcast Content and Marketing 10:52 The Vision for a Podcast Tour 15:40 The Role of Collaboration in Podcasting 17:26 Finding a Unique Voice in Podcasting 17:30 Finding Authenticity in Podcasting 17:45 Overcoming Fear and Embracing Self-Expression 19:26 Advice for Aspiring Podcasters 20:48 The Art of Storytelling in Podcasts 21:56 Balancing Personal Life and Podcasting 23:35 Future Plans for the Zaya Show 28:24 Shoutouts to Inspirational Podcasts 32:04 Closing Remarks and Appreciation To Learn More Visit: The Zaya Show on Spotify @the_zaya_show Join Black Podcaster's Association: bit.ly/BPACommunity Learn more about the 6th Annual Afros & Audio Podcast Festival, October 18-20, 2024 in Baltimore, MD: Afros & Audio DISCLAIMER: The views expressed by guests of Afros & Audio's Black History Month interview series are their own and do not reflect the values, mission, or business of Talib Jasir, Afros & Audio, Black Podcasters Association, Vanguard Podcast Network, or any other names, podcasts, events, businesses, or organizations mentioned in the video or audio of this series unless explicitly stated