332 Amy Fagan - From Homesteading to Amplifying Voices: A Podcasting Adventure

Podcast Junkies - Conversations with Fascinating Podcasters

12/08/23 • 50 min

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Ever dreamt of starting a podcast? Wonder how to overcome that pesky imposter syndrome or stay true to your unique vision? Strap in for an enlightening journey with our guest Amy Fagan, the host of Grounded in Maine Podcast. Together, we'll explore not just the art of podcasting, but how unexpected twists in life can unlock a world of opportunities.

As the conversation unfolds, we take a detour into the heartland of America, where we share the highs and lows of Midwest living and adventure into homesteading. Discover the magic of a jam business spun from the threads of simplicity and sustainability. We also tackle the challenges and rewards of getting involved with your local community, and how it adds depth and variety to our podcasting journey.

Lastly, we take a flavorful detour into the world of chocolate as we ponder on how our palates evolve as we age. Our special guest, Amy Fagan, a Maine-based entrepreneur, shares her inspiring journey from jam-making enthusiast to nationwide business owner. Her story of imperfect action and resilience are sure to ignite the entrepreneurial spark within you. Join us for this heartwarming chat that promises to leave a sweet taste in your mouth.

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Key Takeaways

00:00 The Journey to Starting a Podcast

09:04 Starting a Podcast

15:35 Midwest Living With Nature and Sustainability

21:15 Homesteading Journey and Community Involvement

25:58 Podcasters' Growth and Conversation Styles

29:52 Starting a Business and Making Jam

37:38 Growing Up and Chocolate Preferences

44:14 Connecting With Amy Fagan's World

Tweetable Quotes

"I think, personally, I will continue on a path that is comfortable, that's miserable, that is going nowhere, unless something stops me in my path."

"There are a lot of people that are saying you want to have so many downloads, you want to have the sponsors and you want to have the affiliates and all blah, blah, blah. You want to make all the money. But you just want to be confident about what you're doing. You want to feel good about what you're doing."

"You've clearly demonstrated that you have the ability to move forward and do things and take imperfect action. And I think, whenever that creeps up or whenever you feel like that you're not enough or you don't have the voice to do what you want to do, just and you think is this an Amy 1.0 thought or is this an Amy 2.0 thought?"