Feeling the holiday crunch? In this episode, I share five sustainable strategies for keeping your podcast going strong (without the stress) through the busiest season of the year. Whether you're juggling school parties, wrapping gifts, or just trying to breathe, there's a tip here to help you market and manage your podcast without burning out.

Hi, I'm Andi Smiley, podcast coach for women who want to grow their shows in ways that feel sustainable and aligned. I blend strategy with real-life experience to help you keep podcasting fun, effective, and burnout-free, even during the holidays!

Topics Discussed in This Episode

How to market your podcast during the holidays
The benefits of shorter, seasonal episodes
Why batching content in December is a game-changer
My favorite holiday-themed episode ideas
How to replay old episodes without sounding lazy
Why Pinterest is my go-to for low-maintenance marketing
What to say when taking a seasonal podcast break
Giving yourself permission to rest

Key Takeaways

You don’t need to quit podcasting, or stress yourself out, just because it’s the holidays. Instead, create shorter episodes, batch when you can, bring back old favorites, and consider taking an intentional break. The magic is in doing what works best for you.

Timestamps

(00:00) Holiday countdown + intro

(00:59) My Pinterest strategy for podcast marketing

(02:03) Tip 1: Plan for the chaos

(02:30) Tip 2: Batch your content

(03:01) Tip 3: Lean into the holidays

(03:45) Tip 4: Reuse past content

(04:45) Tip 5: Take a break

(06:06) Recap of all 5 tips

Links & Resources