Starting a Podcast in 2026: Common Questions New Podcasters Ask

Takeaways

You do not need a big audience to start a podcast, but you do need a clear audience in mind.
Podcasting success comes from consistency, systems, and a long-term mindset.
Choosing a podcast niche starts with passion, expertise, and a topic you can keep talking about over time.

In this episode of Abbey the Podcast Lady, Abbey Graves answers frequently asked questions about getting started with podcasting. She covers how to know if you are ready to launch a podcast, whether you need a large audience before starting, how to decide what to talk about, and whether a podcast should support your business or simply be for fun. Abbey also shares practical advice on choosing a podcast niche and evaluating whether your podcast idea is strong enough to last in the long run. This episode is a valuable resource for beginner podcasters looking for clarity, direction, and encouragement before launching their show.

Key Topics Covered:

How to know if you are ready to start a podcast
Why a defined audience matters more than trying to reach everyone
Whether you need a large audience before launching
Why podcasting is a long-term growth strategy
What to do if you are unsure what to talk about
Whether your podcast should support your business or be just for fun
How to choose the right podcast niche
How to tell if your podcast idea has long-term potential

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