Building Two Podcasts from Scratch, Finding Clarity — Tim Newman | Ep 72

If you’ve ever wondered how to juggle more than one podcast, or how to stay motivated when you’re handling everything from guest booking to editing, this episode is for you. I sit down with Tim Newman—public speaking coach and host of two shows, Speaking with Confidence and the Golf Week Amateur Tour podcast—to dig into the real-life process behind building and sustaining a podcast over years, not just months.Listen in for practical ideas you can apply right away, like how Tim manages the not-so-glamorous side of podcasting (hello, editing fatigue!), why your podcast workflow matters, and some key lessons he’s picked up about audience engagement across audio and video platforms. You’ll also get an honest look at vetting guests, staying consistent, and navigating the challenges of growing a show—plus a few tips for thinking about YouTube if you’re curious about adding video. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed or unsure where to focus, you’ll get a behind-the-scenes peek at how another podcaster does it, mistakes and all.Takeaways:How to streamline your podcast workflow even when you’re doing it all yourself.Tips for choosing the right tools and platforms (including thoughts on PodMatch and editing software).Why experimenting and focusing on your audience truly matters for long-term growth.Connect with Tim NewmanWebsite: https://timnewmanspeaks.com/Twitter: https://x.com/TimNATCLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timnewman/If My Podcast Story speaks to you, consider subscribing so you never miss an episode. And if you have a moment, leaving a review helps more people discover the stories shared here. Your support truly means a lot.There’s more to every story than what you hear on the episode. Join the My Podcast Story newsletter to receive thoughtful takeaways, episode extras, and personal notes that don’t make it into the show. It’s a quiet way to stay inspired between listens.Sign up here: https://mypodcaststory.com/joinIf the stories you hear on My Podcast Story bring you inspiration, clarity, or simply a moment of connection, consider supporting the podcast by buying me a coffee. Every contribution helps me continue sharing the journeys of podcasters from around the world.Support the show: https://buymeacoffee.com/wisdomhqWant to be a guest on My Podcast Story? Send Wisdom Okonkwo a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/mypodcaststoryChapters00:00 Meet Tim Newman & His Podcasts00:45 Inside the Golf Week Amateur Tour Podcast01:51 All About Speaking with Confidence02:36 Who Each Podcast Serves03:03 Inspiration Behind Tim's First Show04:06 Skill Growth, Fun, and Lessons Learned05:14 Tim’s DIY Workflow and Production06:26 Tools and Apps Tim Uses07:08 Guest Booking Strategies for Both Shows08:37 Using PodMatch for Finding Guests10:27 Vetting Quality Guests and Saving Time11:41 Managing an Overflow of Podcast Guests12:31 Balancing Timely vs Evergreen Content13:25 Production Schedules and Challenges16:33 Why Start a Podcast About Speaking?17:33 Knowing and Reaching the Right Audience21:07 Going from Audio to Video Podcasting22:51 Promo Clips and YouTube Channel Setup24:45 Using Shorts and Creating Evergreen Content25:26 Discoverability: Podcast Platforms vs YouTube28:12 Growth on YouTube & SEO Adjustments33:06 Using Video Clips to Hook Listeners34:25 Editing Tools and Approaches37:47 Podcasting on Your Own Terms41:17 Monetization, Value, and the "Funnel"43:56 Evolving Podcast Production Habits45:01 Four Years In: Celebrations and Lessons46:21 Freedom & Challenges of Podcasting47:49 Listening to Your Audience Data50:33 A Pep Talk for New Podcasters51:54 Connect With Tim Newman and Wrap-up