The Truth About Growing a Podcast With Only a Few Listeners Per Episode — Ezekiel Williams | Ep 57

In this episode of My Podcast Story, I sat down with Ezekiel Williams—aka Zeke, host of the Let’s Gather podcast. We dove into how Zeke transformed podcasting from a creative outlet into an actual career launchpad, using his show to land a job in audio (and even snagging a spot on a Times Square billboard!). We unpacked the ups and downs of building a podcast solo, the importance of adapting your goals as you grow, and those little “real life” moments—like losing audio or having your camera fall mid-recording—that make every host smile (or cringe). Most importantly, we talked about staying true to your passion, building community, and the joys of connecting with everyday people who have extraordinary stories. I hope this conversation inspires you to keep showing up—whether you’re starting your own show or just looking for that next spark.Connect with Ezekiel WilliamsListeners interested in learning more about Ezekiel Williams and his journey can find him and the "Let's Gather Podcast" online at letsgatherpodcast.com. Ezekiel encourages new and aspiring podcasters to start with the resources they have and to embrace feedback along the way..Website: https://letsgatherpodcast.com/Twitter:https://x.com/LetGatherInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/letsgatherpod/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 Starting the Podcast & Landing a Job02:00 Podcast Origins and Early Goals05:00 Production Workflow & Tools08:00 Evolving Motivation and Podcast Direction13:00 Personal Growth & Guest Highlights16:00 Podcast Impact: Jobs, Growth, Fan Interactions20:00 Monetization Challenges & Future Plans32:00 Branding, Website, and Advice for New Podcasters