The speaker shares their decision to go independent and make their podcast ad-free. They discuss their journey from hobby to being paid for their work. They reflect on self-discovery and their decision to monetize their passion project. The speaker apologizes for poor decisions and promises to return to the original format.
The podcast host's decision to part ways with Glassbox Media and go ad-free signifies a significant moment in the podcast's story arc.
The host's realization of the negative impact of commercialization emphasizes the importance of refocusing on Stoicism and delivering practical insights and discussions with Marcus, Epictetus, and addressing listener questions.
Deep dives
The Podcast's Transition to Independence
The podcast host reveals that due to creative differences, Glassbox Media and the podcast are parting ways, allowing the podcast to go ad-free and become entirely independent. This transition has been a long-time goal for the host and signifies a significant moment in the podcast's story arc.
The Host's Missteps and Challenges
The host reflects on his desire to become a full-time podcaster, leading him to make decisions that deviated from the podcast's original focus on Stoicism. He brought on additional content creators and tried to turn the podcast into a proper business. This led to a loss of focus, commercialization, and a decline in audience engagement.
Realigning with the Original Vision
Realizing the negative impact of his decisions, the host acknowledges that the essence of the podcast lies in his own exploration of Stoicism and practical wisdom. External influences and attempts to be something he wasn't ended up drifting away from the podcast's initial purpose. Moving forward, the host commits to refocusing on Stoicism and delivering episodes centered around practical insights and discussions with Marcus, Epictetus, and addressing listener questions.