Most podcasters can rattle off reasons like “growing my business” or “building my brand.” But after working with creators for ten years, I’ve learned these answers often aren’t sustainable. If your purpose is fuzzy, all the show decisions get heavier.

Instead, your real podcast purpose should answer:

Why does this show, in this season of your life, deserve a place in your week and in your listener’s ears?

Here are three key takeaways to help you connect with your “why”:

Get Honest and Specific: Move past generic goals. Dig deep to clarify what your show actually does for your listener—not just what it does for you.
Anchor Everything to Purpose: When your purpose is clear, topics, format, even marketing get lighter and more focused. Everything flows from a solid foundation.
Aim for Real Impact: If your podcast could do only one thing for your listener, what would it be? Articulate this as your true north—then let it guide the way forward.

Not sure how to clarify your podcast's purpose? Start with one question:

Why does my show exist in this season of my life, and what change do I hope it creates for my listeners?

You can book a clarity call with me—just head over to My Podcast Guy and look for the Schedule A Call link. We’ll talk through where you’re stuck, what your real why might be, and how to build your podcast around it.

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Recorded in conjunction with Channel 511, in the Brewery District, downtown Columbus, OH.

Brett Johnson is the owner and lead consultant at Circle 270 Media® Podcast Consultants. With over 35+ years of experience in Marketing, Content Creation, Audio Production/Recording, and Broadcasting, the podcast consultants at Circle 270 Media® strategically bring these strengths together for their business Podcast clients.

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Is Your Podcast Purpose Clear Enough to Keep You Going?