Turning Lifelong Pain into A Podcast with Kate Downey

Kate shares her journey from theater to podcasting, discussing her passion for creating engaging content about topics often considered boring. She delves into her personal experiences with period pain, the challenges of finding funding for her podcast 'Cramped,' and the creative process behind producing it. The conversation highlights the importance of research, community, and storytelling in her work. In this conversation, Kate discusses her journey in creating a podcast focused on women's health, particularly menstrual pain. She shares her frustrations with the healthcare system, the importance of storytelling in her podcast, and the challenges of audience building. The conversation also highlights the significance of sound design in podcasting and the overwhelming positive reception from listeners. Kate expresses her desire to continue the podcast and expand its focus, while also advocating for better education and resources in women's health.

Listen to Cramped:https://www.katehelendowney.com/cramped

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