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The Podcast Department
by Anisha and Sunjay
The Podcast Department is a show for podcasters, by a podcaster. The hosts, Anisha and Sunjay, interview creators across every niche to uncover the real story behind their shows — why they started, how they produce each episode, the tools and AI workflows they swear by, and how they turn their podcast into a genuine business asset.No fluff. No gatekeeping. Just honest conversations designed to inspire you to start, improve, or scale your own podcast — and show you there's a smarter, more efficient way to do it.
Episodes
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What it's actually like to work with a podcast production agency
"What is it actually like to work with you?" It's the question we get asked most, and in Episode 10 we finally answer it properly. Anisha and Sunjay take you behind the scenes of The Podcast Department: what happens from the moment you sign up, what we do, what you do, and what the journey looks...
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Podcast equipment for beginners — what to buy and what to skip
The number one question we get asked about starting a podcast: what tech do I need? In this episode, Sunjay — videographer, podcast producer, and the technical brain behind The Podcast Department — answers it properly. Starting with the microphone (the only piece of kit that truly matters)…
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How to best prepare your podcast guests for an interview — lighting, audio, framing and more
You've booked the guest. You've sent the calendar invite. And then they join the recording with a ceiling fan in the background, their laptop mic picking up every echo in the room, and the webcam pointing straight up their nose. In this episode, we walk through everything that goes into preparing…
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How to name a podcast for your business — 3 frameworks that work
One of the most common questions we get asked — and one of the most overthought decisions in the whole podcast launch process. What do you call it? In this episode, we break down the three main approaches to naming a podcast, why starting with your audience is almost always the right move, and…
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Working from Africa, world schooling dreams, and why we're building this business backwards
We've been home from Kenya for a few weeks. And if I'm honest — I'm still not sure I've fully come back. In this episode, Sunjay and I sat down to talk properly about what five weeks in Africa actually looked like from the inside. Not the highlights reel. The real stuff — what it felt like to…
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Solo vs. Guest Episodes — Which one actually grows your business
This week I'm settling a debate I hear constantly from healthcare professionals planning their podcast — should you do solo episodes or guest interviews? I recorded 200 interview-only episodes of Pharmacist Diaries before I figured out the answer, and it's not as simple as picking one. In my...
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The biggest mistake I made in my first two years of podcasting
This one's a personal episode. I share the biggest mistake I made building the Pharmacist Diaries Podcast — growing an audience of thousands of engaged listeners across social media and podcast apps, with zero way to reach any of them directly, because I never built an email list. I walk through...
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The podcast metrics that actually matter (and why downloads aren't one of them)
This week I audited a podcast belonging to a really well-known healthcare professional — brilliant content, consistent episodes, an audience who clearly loves her — and it still wasn't growing her business. So I break down exactly what I found in that audit, why downloads, followers, and viral...
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The real reasons you haven't started your podcast yet
In this episode I get into something a little more uncomfortable than episode one. I've been watching healthcare professionals sit on their podcast idea for months, sometimes years, and I've come to realise it's never really about the tech, the time, or even fear — not on the surface, anyway. I...
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Why healthcare professionals are the perfect podcast hosts — and most of them don't know it yet.
I recorded this episode because it's the conversation I have on repeat with pharmacists, GPs, nurses, physios, and wellness experts building a business. In this episode, I break down four communication skills I believe clinicians already use every single day that translate directly into great...
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We quit our jobs to build this. Here's what The Podcast Department actually is.
Something shifted this month. Sunjay handed in his resignation. I lost my locum pharmacist role unexpectedly. And instead of panic — we both felt the same thing: relief. Because we already knew what we were supposed to be doing.In this video, we're sitting down together for the first time to talk...
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Forget Views — This Is the REAL Reason to Start a Podcast
In this episode of Podcaster Diaries, Sunjay sits down with Gemma Downing-Mapp and Christopher Mapp, founders of Mixxos, to dive deep into the real behind-the-scenes of building a successful business podcast from scratch. From converting an empty office into a working studio 48 hours before…
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Why Most Podcasters Fail (and How to Avoid It)
In this episode of Podcaster Diaries, Sunjay Vyas sits down with Todd Eury, founder of the Pharmacy Podcast Network, to unpack the real reasons most podcasts fail. From humble beginnings on BlogTalkRadio in 2009 to building one of the largest niche podcast networks in healthcare, Todd shares his...
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How He Uses an iPhone & Makes Money Podcasting
In this powerful episode of the podcast, I sit down with Nitin Sharma, founder and host of RECtalk, the UK’s most popular podcast in the recruitment industry. Nitin shares how he grew his YouTube channel to over 68,000 subscribers and built a thriving content business — without chasing viral…
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500+ Episodes Later: What Every Podcaster Needs to Hear Before Hitting Record
In this episode of Podcaster Diaries, I sit down with Tim Ulbrich, founder and host of the Your Financial Pharmacist podcast. Tim shares how he took his personal finance struggles and turned them into a niche podcast that’s now been running for almost eight years with over 500 episodes—a…
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From Hobby to Global Brand — Her Podcast Blew Up and Here’s How
In this season 2 premiere of Podcaster Diaries, we’re kicking things off with a rebrand — and a powerful guest. We're joined by Anisha Patel, a hospital pharmacist, podcaster, educator, and the host of Pharmacist Diaries, a podcast that shines a light on the diverse, evolving world of pharmacy...
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The Ultimate Time-Saving Guide for Podcasters (and Content Creators)
🎙️ Tired of content creation taking FOREVER? This episode is your ultimate time-saving blueprint!In this discussion, we break down exactly how to: - Create WEEKS of content from a single hour-long recording- Leverage AI to multiply your content across platforms- Streamline your podcast…
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The PERFECT camera for your video podcast
In this episode, Sunjay explores the growing importance of video podcasting and provides a comprehensive guide to camera options for content creators. With video podcast popularity rising, platforms like YouTube and Spotify are increasingly supporting video content, making it crucial for…
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Podcast Tech Simplified: The Essential Guide
This week, Sunjay is flying solo 🚀 and diving deep into:Podcast gear essentials 🎧Recording tips & tricks 🎬Production secrets 🔧Audio & video mastery 🎥 Linktree:https://linktr.ee/anishaandsunjayCheckout our Amazon storefront for all the gear we use to create our content and talk about in our...
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5 things you MUST do before recording your first podcast!
Join us live for this episode as we discuss 5 important steps you must take before starting your podcast! https://linktr.ee/anishaandsunjayCheckout our Amazon storefront for all the gear we use to create our content and talk about in our videos! (Affiliate links)https://amzn.to/3z2MyWGMusic from...
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Balancing Clarity and Authenticity in Podcast Editing
In this episode:- We discuss our experience going live on LinkedIn and recent changes to Pharmacist Diaries, including a shift to bi-weekly publishing and recording all 2024 episodes by September.- Sunjay explains his new "live producing" approach to streamline podcast editing, while Anisha…
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Why we left Instagram
In this episode of the Anisha and Sunjay show, we dive deep into the decision to quit Instagram and focus on building a strong community through other platforms like LinkedIn and YouTube. Anisha shares her personal struggle with the time-consuming nature of creating content for Instagram and the...
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Behind The Mic
In this episode, we dive into our experience at the London Podcast Show, sharing our insights, takeaways, and reflections. We discuss the excitement leading up to the event, the valuable connections made, and the overall impact it had on our podcasting journey. We both express how attending the...
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First Attempt In Learning (F.A.I.L)
Are you truly living or merely existing? My good friend Grant Goes and I unpack this existential question in our latest heart-to-heart, guiding you through the lush landscape of life's pleasures. Imagine a world where you can pursue your passions without a hint of guilt, where keeping a gratitude...
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Things are changing, but is it too much?
We take a break from our usual routines to record this podcast episode. We discuss practicing gratitude through a daily gratitude journal and vlogging the experience on YouTube. Anisha shares updates on her entrepreneurial journey, including creating her first online course, building an online...
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He was SICK, so he levelled up his skills whilst watching The Sopranos
Always the learner, I took this opportunity whilst sick to level up my video productions skills. Anisha was as usual worrying about me and not herself. Come take a look behind the mic as I talk candidly to the camera solo for the first time!
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He Got A New Job
In this episode, we share a mix of my career shifts, family adventures, and lessons learned. From setting up a podcast studio to family trips in Zanzibar, every moment has been an opportunity for growth.Sunjay discusses his dream job, flexible work hours, Anisha reveals her plans of building an...
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She Quit Her Job
Walking away from a career that's intertwined with your heartstrings feels like an act of betrayal—yet here I am, stepping back from my pediatric palliative care pharmacy role. I've poured everything into our little warriors at Evelina and Kings, but the whispers of family life have become roars…
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What it's really like working together
You’re in for a real treat with our latest podcast episode - a whirlwind ride that covers everything from our weekend at the Neonatal and Pediatric Pharmacy Group (NPPG) conference, to our upcoming family adventures in Zanzibar! Imagine us, right in the bustling hub of the NPPG conference,...
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The ASS is born
Welcome to the Anisha and Sunjay show, where we take you on our journey of life, work, and personal growth. In this episode, we share our experiences of balancing work-life, transitioning from full-time employment to focus on our passions, and the challenges of parenting while juggling a...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The Podcast Department is a show for podcasters, by a podcaster. The hosts, Anisha and Sunjay, interview creators across every niche to uncover the real story behind their shows — why they started, how they produce each episode, the tools and AI workflows they swear by, and how they turn their podcast into a genuine business asset.No fluff. No gatekeeping. Just honest conversations designed to inspire you to start, improve, or scale your own podcast — and show you there's a smarter, more efficient way to do it.
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The Podcast Department is a show for podcasters, by a podcaster. The hosts, Anisha and Sunjay, interview creators across every niche to uncover the real story behind their shows — why they started, how they produce each episode, the tools and AI workflows they swear by, and how they turn their...
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