Farewell to 'A is for Adversity' - Exciting New Beginnings In this final episode of 'A is for Adversity,' host Jen Banks reflects on hitting her stress ceiling and her journey towards finding balance. She announces the end of this podcast, introducing her new projects: a mini-series with Sarah Zaroll called 'The Best Birth' and her upcoming podcast 'Let Yourself Bloom.' Jen discusses her new book, invites listeners to her book launch party, and shares the inspiration behind the 'Let Yourself Bloom' title. She also talks about the importance of celebrating endings and encourages everyone to embrace their true selves and potential.

00:00 Welcome to the Podcast

01:06 Introducing 'The Best Birth' Mini Series

02:20 Editing My Book: A Summer Project

02:53 A Bittersweet Farewell to 'A is for Adversity'

04:23 Rebranding to 'Let Yourself Bloom'

07:15 Exploring the Concept of 'Let Yourself Bloom'

11:20 Final Reflections and Future Plans

Let Yourself Bloom

In this episode, Jen Banks reflects on hitting their stress ceiling and the need to make changes for a healthier life. She discusses the upcoming launch of a new podcast mini-series, 'The Best Birth,' focusing on pregnancy, birth, and postpartum preparation. The host also announces this as the final episode of 'A is for Adversity' and shares excitement about launching a new podcast 'Let Yourself Bloom' in Fall 2024, along with a related book release in August. They emphasize the importance of growth, self-identity, and the continuous journey of self-betterment.

00:00 Welcome to the Podcast

00:31 Hitting the Stress Ceiling

01:06 The Best Birth Mini Series

02:20 Editing My Book

02:53 A Bittersweet Farewell

03:21 Rebranding to Let Yourself Bloom

07:15 Exploring the New Brand

12:32 Final Thoughts and Farewell

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Reflecting on Four Years of Podcasting and Preparing for a New Chapter

In this episode, the host shares personal insights and lessons learned from four years of podcasting. She discusses initial challenges, content creation, audience building, and the importance of networking. As she moves into a rebranding phase with her new podcast 'Let Yourself Bloom' and an upcoming book, she reflects on personal growth and offers advice for new podcasters. The episode also covers technical aspects, tips for staying consistent, and future plans for her podcasting journey.

00:00 Introduction and Personal Anecdote 00:40 Summer Plans and Podcast Announcement 01:05 Lessons from Four Years of Podcasting 01:50 Starting a Podcast: Challenges and Tips 04:09 Content Creation and Evolution 07:10 Technical Aspects of Podcasting 08:06 Personal Growth and Lessons Learned 11:03 Advice for New Podcasters 13:11 Future Plans and Conclusion