Is This Still Working? A Look Back at 3 Seasons of Podcasting | Episode 57
Plus info about This Month's Draw With Me
In this episode, I reflect on the journey of the podcast so far and the evolution of my illustration process. From overcoming burnout in the early seasons to finding a sustainable rhythm in Season 3, I discuss how the podcast has mirrored my own creative growth. Alongside this, I get real about the challenges of balancing podcasting with the rest of my life and career, the emotional toll of self-doubt, and the joy of connecting with listeners. Plus, I dive into the challenges of building a community around the podcast and the ups and downs of monetization. I open things up with a story about the little man who tried to tear me down on Threads.
If you’ve ever felt like giving up on something you love or questioned whether your efforts are worth it, this episode is for you.
🙏 Thank you to all paid supporters on Patreon! Without your support, this would be an expensive hobby. Thank you!
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IN THIS EPISODE
Reflections on three seasons of podcasting and illustration
The challenges of balancing podcasting with other creative projects
How self-doubt and external criticism can shake your confidence
Finding joy and fulfillment in podcasting, despite the obstacles
The question of whether podcasting is still worth the effort—how to know when to keep going
The evolving mindset behind my illustration process and the shift from burnout to rewilding
PLUS – Why I decided to stop doing custom episode art and the joy of simplifying the process.
SHOW LINKS
Drawing Ideas (Skillshare Class) — Tom Froese Drawing Ideas
Creative Boom: Top Podcasts for Creatives 2025 — Creative Boom List
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CREDITS
Music and Cues by Mark Allan Falk – http://www.linktr.ee/semiathletic
DRAW WITH ME’s will be going on all summer long. Our next session will be on Monday, June 30, and we’ll be drawing HUMANS with some analogue + digital techniques. More info over on Patreon.
