Lena and Eli break down everything you need to launch your podcast in 2025, from finding your unique voice to building a real audience. No fluff, just practical strategies that actually work.

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From Columbia University alumni built in San Francisco
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From Columbia University alumni built in San Francisco

**Lena:** Hey everyone, welcome to another personalized podcast from BeFreed! I'm Lena, and I'm genuinely excited to dive into something that's been on so many people's minds lately-starting a podcast. There's never been a better time to get your voice out there.
**Eli:** And I'm Eli! Oh man, Lena, you're absolutely right. I've been diving deep into all the latest podcasting guides, and honestly? The barriers to entry have never been lower, but the potential impact has never been higher. We're talking about a medium where 85% of people in the US know what podcasting is, and 55% are listening monthly!
**Lena:** That's incredible! So for everyone listening today, we're going to walk through everything-from that initial spark of an idea all the way to building a real audience. No fluff, just the practical stuff that actually works.