Podcast Growth and Listener Engagement

The podcast has experienced significant early success, amassing over 500 downloads shortly after its launch, which surprises the hosts given their short time in podcasting. They express gratitude for the positive listener feedback, emphasizing the importance of community engagement by encouraging more reviews and support. This early milestone highlights the connection the hosts have with their audience, as they acknowledge both the humorous skepticism from friends and the genuine appreciation from others. It showcases their enthusiasm to continue creating content and fostering connections in the martial arts community.