How Therapist-Turned-Host Built a Hit Mental Health Podcast From Scratch — Davina Hehn | Ep48

Hey friends, it’s Wisdom here! In this episode, I sat down with Davina Hay, host of the Shift Talking podcast and a true force when it comes to mental health and emotional education. We got real about everything from starting a podcast with zero tech skills to facing the scary stuff—like hearing your own mouth noises or worrying what friends and family will think. Davina opened up about breaking generational cycles, learning as you go, and why embarrassment really is part of the process. We geeked out over gear, workflows, and how sometimes the simplest setup works best. My hope for you? Don’t wait for perfect. Your story, your voice, your message—it matters right now. So, if you’re on the fence about launching a podcast (or just putting yourself out there), let Davina’s journey give you that extra nudge to get started and embrace the learning curve. You’re not alone!Connect with Davina HehnIf you enjoyed hearing from Davina Hehn today, you can follow more of her insights and practical advice on mental health by tuning into her podcast, "Shift Talking," available on all major podcast platforms. . Davina invites anyone looking to break cycles, embrace emotional growth, and find authentic connection to join her growing community and take the next step in their personal journey.Website: https://www.yoursteadyspace.com/Insta: https://www.instagram.com/asteadyspace/?hl=enIf 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 Introduction & Davina’s Podcast Journey02:00 Reasons for Starting Shift Talking05:00 Overcoming Technical and Emotional Challenges09:00 Podcast Workflow, Tools & Editing14:00 Managing Expectations & Audience Growth24:00 Mindset Shifts: Confidence, Comparison & Imposter Syndrome41:00 Embracing Imperfection and Sharing Authenticity1:03:00 Closing Thoughts & Advice for New Podcasters