Why I Started Making Podcasts: A Journey from Fun Conversations to Monetization

Hey friends,

In 2022, a friend and I embarked on a podcasting adventure. Our initial intention was to have fun conversations about investments and stocks. Little did we know that this simple hobby would lead us down an exciting path. As we started sharing our podcast episodes, we gained a small but dedicated following. It soon dawned on me that podcasting was an excellent way to create content effortlessly. With just a microphone and an upload, we could engage with an audience more easily than through YouTube or article writing. Eventually, I seized the opportunity to monetize our podcast by selling the idea to a client. This is the story of how my podcasting journey evolved from a casual pastime to a profitable venture.

Initially, our podcasting endeavor was purely for enjoyment. My friend and I shared a passion for investment topics, and we saw podcasting as an opportunity to explore our interests in a relaxed and conversational manner. Week after week, we would sit down, chat about stocks, and record our discussions. The process felt effortless and natural, and we reveled in the joy of sharing our thoughts and insights with each other.

To our surprise, our podcast began to attract followers. People who shared our interest in investments stumbled upon our show, and they appreciated the candid and relatable nature of our conversations. This unexpected growth spurred us on, fueling our enthusiasm to continue creating content. We realized that our podcast had the potential to reach a wider audience and offer value to others in the investment community.