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Feeling overwhelmed by the demands of podcasting while trying to maintain your passion? You're not alone, and this episode is here to help. In this episode, I chat with Suzy Buttress, the host of The Casual Birder podcast. Suzy is a passionate birder who turned her love for nature into a podcast that connects listeners worldwide. With years of experience, she shares her journey of balancing podcasting with her passion for birding.

We dive into the challenges Suzy faces in maintaining consistency with her podcast while actively engaging in birding adventures. She opens up about her experiences with building a virtual bird club, which has become a vibrant community for bird enthusiasts across the globe. Suzy's story is a testament to the power of following your passion and the connections it can create.

Beyond her podcasting journey, we explore the evolving landscape of podcasting, the importance of community engagement, and the potential for monetization. Suzy also shares insights on how she plans to expand her reach and continue growing her audience.

Join us for an inspiring conversation that will resonate with anyone looking to balance their creative pursuits with their passions. Click to listen and discover how Suzy navigates the world of podcasting and birding.

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Key Takeaways

0:00 Intro

6:59 Starting the Podcast

12:39 Passion for Birding

20:30 Listener Engagement

28:31 Community and Collaboration

37:16 Bird Club Insights

43:14 Monetization and Future Plans

49:11 Reflections and Personal Growth

Tweetable Quotes

"I feel like starting the podcast was one of the best things I could ever have done. It's really given me emotional contact with people. It's widened my knowledge of what's going on in the world."

"There's more than one way to enjoy birds. And actually there's a very long list of the ways that you can enjoy them. There's people that do mindful birding, so they will just sit and appreciate the birds that are around."

"I still have the show and it's still my passion. I move around about what kind of episodes I'm going to release, and over the last year I've struggled to be consistent. So I'm always trying to work back towards being consistent with my episodes."