The Dreaded Episode 6: Where Podc...
The Dreaded Episode 6: Where Podcasts Go to Die

Less Than Expert by Amanda Talmadge & Katie Herman

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Lessons Learned, Favorite Gear, and What’s Coming in 2026

Most podcasts don’t make it past Episode 6, but we're proud to say we're committed.

In this check-in episode of Less Than Expert, Amanda and Katie reflect on what it’s been like launching a podcast from scratch: what surprised us, what worked better than expected, and what we would not recommend.

We’re also sharing our favorite products we used this year (from mics to software to things we thought we needed… but didn’t), plus a sneak peek at what’s coming next as we commit to going well beyond this so-called “podcast death episode.”

If you’ve ever thought about starting a podcast, this episode is your reminder that you don’t have to be an expert to keep going.

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