She almost quit her podcast after years of slow growth.

Then she gave it one last year, brought in expert help, and 8×’d her downloads.

Now? She’s ranked #2 in her category, has 400+ episodes under her belt—and her podcast is finally bringing in high-ticket clients.

If you’ve been wondering whether your show is worth investing in… this episode will inspire you to take the leap.

Laura Mixon Camacho, PhD, is an executive communication strategist who helps high-performing leaders sharpen their executive presence and step into top roles with confidence. She’s the creator of Executive Presence Mastery, a bespoke program designed to prepare ambitious professionals for the executive suite.

We talk about what it really takes to grow a podcast over the long haul—especially when it supports a business—and how she kept going when most podcasters would’ve given up.

Laura’s podcast, Speak Up: Develop Your Executive Presence, is ranked #2 in the world for communication skills and sits in the top 2% of all podcasts globally.

Her client list is as diverse as it is impressive: ABI, Bosch, Comcast, Google, Hilton, Medtronic, Nestlé, and Society of Women Engineers—to name just a few.

She lives in Mt. Pleasant with husband, Ruben. Her favorite hang out is on the beach at Sullivan’s Island.

What You’ll Learn:

• How Laura rebooted her podcast after a plateau and skyrocketed her downloads
• The shift that helped her show finally convert listeners into coaching clients
• Why short, strategic episodes can boost retention and rankings
• How she comes up with fresh content ideas for three episodes a week
• Why knowing your audience intimately is the secret to long-term growth
• Why podcasting is perfect for people who don’t want to be “on” all the time

Connect with Laura:

hello@speakupwithlaura.com

Mobile: 252-258-4704

Instagram: Speak Up With Laura

X/Twitter: Speak Up With Laura

Linkedin: Laura Mixon Camacho, PhD

Website: www.speakupwithlaura.com

Podcast: Speak Up: Develop Your Executive Presence

Connect with me, Hayleigh Hayhurst:

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In this episode I’m joined by longtime indie podcaster Bubbawheat, who has been podcasting since 2012 and is a brilliant example of what it means to stay consistent, go niche, and keep creating for the love of it.

Bubbawheat shares how he got started with a superhero movie blog (Flights, Tights, and Movie Nights), which evolved into several podcasts, including FilmWhys, It’s Time to Rewind, and his newest creative challenge, Reel Crime Scenes.We talk about:

• How he built a 200+ episode podcast focused entirely on time loops
• His process for breaking down movies one minute at a time
• The value of finding your voice in solo vs. group podcasts
• How to research, script, and edit efficiently (without burning out)
• Collaborating with fellow indie podcasters—and even film actors
• Staying motivated when you’re podcasting in a small but loyal niche

Featured Projects by Bubbawheat:

• It’s Time to Rewind – Time loop TV + movies, one loop at a time
• Reel Crime Scenes – A creative true crime-style podcast based on fictional plots
• FilmWhys – A cult classic/superhero movie swap podcast

He also shares what it’s like creating content for a super-specific audience and why niche creators shouldn’t chase trends or fame—just make content they genuinely love.

Connect with Bubbawheat:

Listen to his podcasts: https://linktr.ee/bubbawheat

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Connect with me, Hayleigh Hayhurst:

Apply to work with us: https://hello.dubsado.com/public/form/view/6521a4cc8fdeed003a859a44

Steal my Podcast Launch Checklist for free: ⁠https://www.espressopodcastproduction.com/⁠checklist⁠

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Your podcast doesn’t have to fit in a box—and that’s a good thing.

If you’ve ever held yourself back because your idea didn’t feel “niche enough,” or "no one has done this before" this one’s for you. Whether you’re multi-passionate, pivoting, or still figuring it out, this episode will shift your mindset and help you get clarity without boxing yourself in.

Connect with me, Hayleigh Hayhurst:

Apply to work with us: https://hello.dubsado.com/public/form/view/6521a4cc8fdeed003a859a44

Steal my Podcast Launch Checklist for free: ⁠https://www.espressopodcastproduction.com/⁠checklist⁠

Website: ⁠https://www.espressopodcastproduction.com/⁠

Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/espressopodcastproduction/⁠

YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@EspressoPodcastProduction⁠

My favorite podcast tool, Descript: https://www.descript.com/?lmref=KkInCQ

Produced by Espresso Podcast Production: ⁠https://www.espressopodcastproduction.com/