Talk Shit With P

S10E4 - When Energy Becomes Currency: From Burnout to Rebrand & Finding Your Audience!!

The most honest creative choice isn’t shipping another episode, it’s pressing pause long enough to design a better return. From a buzzing hallway at Podcast Movement in Dallas, we open the notebook on rebranding a personality-led show, reframing “loyalty is everything” into “loyalty in everything,” and admitting that energy is a real currency that needs a budget. We trace how breaks happen... burnout, life, grief and why a clear season ending, a simple plan, and transparent updates can save trust and even grow a stronger audience when you come back.We get practical about medium choices: why audio can rebuild intimacy and consistency, and how short video clips amplify reach without crushing your bandwidth. There’s a deep dive into brand iteration too... moving from a £50 starter logo to a human-centered mark that finally matches the host’s voice, plus the uncomfortable magic of constructive critique. Along the way, we revisit the messy origins: depression, breakup, too much drinking, and a late-night Twitter vent that sparked a podcast. The arc doesn’t stop at personal healing; it expands into community teaching youth to podcast with just a phone, building entrepreneurship skills, and creating a safe, creative space where loyalty shows up as action.You’ll hear tangible advice for getting unstuck (micro-commitments over perfection), how to communicate pauses and returns, and smart ways to track what actually converts using a link-in-bio tool. We also share a heartfelt farewell to season ten, plus invites: a free-pass weekend at Becoming Lovefest in Atlanta and the details to connect with Loyalty in Everything and Wrap Shit with P. If you’ve been waiting for permission to pivot, consider this your green light.If this resonates, follow the show, share it with a friend who’s stuck, and leave a review on Apple or Spotify—your words help the right people find this conversation.Get In Touch with Loyalty... https://poplme.co/hash/pkRc45gn/1/share?Talk yo sh!t… Sh!t-Talker!!Support the showFOLLOW US ON;Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkshitwithpTwitter: https://twitter.com/TalkshitwithpFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkwhitwIthpTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@TalkshitwithpShop IG: https://www.instagram.com/Talkshitwithp.shopLEAVE US A REVIEW ON APPLE PODCAST: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/talk-shit-with-p/id1509470001AND SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL:https://www.youtube.com/@TalkshitwithpSupport The Show (whatever you can)Cashapp: https://cash.app/$TSWP20Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TswpBuymecoffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/talkshitwithpAmazon Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2M9Q4HNKRO2WA?ref_=wl_shareTo Learn more on my story;https://flow.page/tal...

S10E3 - Teddy Bear Lawyer With a Buddha Head; Because Creative Freedom Needs a Hug!!

What happens when a theater kid with a knack for sound engineering becomes the legal guardian of creative minds everywhere? In this engaging conversation with Gordon Firemark, known professionally as "The Podcast Lawyer," we explore the fascinating journey of a professional who defies the typical lawyer stereotype.Gordon reveals how a chance suggestion from a college professor led him from theater production to law school, ultimately creating a practice that perfectly blends his creative background with legal expertise. Rather than adopting the grinding schedule many attorneys fall into, he's crafted a career that prioritizes family dinners and personal boundaries while still serving his clients with excellence.The discussion dives deep into the challenges creators face in today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, particularly with AI and content protection. Gordon offers invaluable insights on how to protect your creative work without feeling caged by legal concerns: "If a creator feels they're in a cage, we need to look at what can change to free them." His perspective on AI-generated content is particularly thought-provoking as he explains why "the value is in the original work of human authorship" and how creators can navigate these murky waters.Beyond professional advice, Gordon shares personal revelations about finding balance, the importance of therapy, and how having children transformed his approach to work. His candid admission about seeking help from a Buddhist monk therapist during difficult times offers a refreshing glimpse at vulnerability from a successful professional.Whether you're a podcaster, content creator, or anyone navigating the intersection of creativity and business, Gordon's parting advice is gold: "Think of it like a business, even if you're in it as a hobby." Connect with Gordon at gordonfiremark.com or as @gordonfiremark on social media (IG) to learn more about his webinars and resources for creators.Talk yo sh!t… Sh!t-Talker!!Support the showFOLLOW US ON;Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkshitwithpTwitter: https://twitter.com/TalkshitwithpFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkwhitwIthpTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@TalkshitwithpShop IG: https://www.instagram.com/Talkshitwithp.shopLEAVE US A REVIEW ON APPLE PODCAST: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/talk-shit-with-p/id1509470001AND SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL:https://www.youtube.com/@TalkshitwithpSupport The Show (whatever you can)Cashapp: https://cash.app/$TSWP20Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TswpBuymecoffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/talkshitwithpAmazon Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2M9Q4HNKRO2WA?ref_=wl_shareTo Learn more on my story;https://flow.page/tal...

S10E2 - Beer, Brands, and Breaking Free (When Your Brand Becomes Your Identity, It's Time to Pivot)!!

What happens when your brand becomes so entwined with your identity that you can't tell where one ends and the other begins? This question lies at the heart of my candid conversation with Joe from mowPod as I navigate the emotional journey of ending Talk Show with P after five years."I've built such a good brand that everybody notices it and knows it, but I feel like Paula is being lost inside the brand," I confess during our heartfelt discussion. It's the creator's paradox—success that simultaneously validates and consumes you.Joe shares wisdom gleaned from his own entrepreneurial path, from mowPod's evolution from newsletters to podcast promotion to creating the wildly successful Friday Night Karaoke community with 39,000 members. His approach to pivoting resonates deeply: generate multiple ideas, test them lightly, but commit fully to just one or two directions. "Don't keep driving off that cliff," he advises when something isn't working, acknowledging the emotional and financial cost of changing course while emphasizing the greater cost of persisting with unsuccessful ventures.The conversation takes a personal turn when Joe identifies what he believes is my superpower: "You walk into a room and by the end of the day, everyone knows you and everyone loves you." His advice to build my next chapter around this natural ability to connect with people offers a blueprint not just for me, but for anyone facing reinvention.Whether you're contemplating your own pivot, struggling with your identity as a creator, or simply interested in the behind-the-scenes reality of content creation, this episode offers raw insights into the challenging yet liberating process of reinvention.FIND JOE AND THEM...Friday Night Karaoke FB Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/fridaynightkaraoke/Friday Night Karaoke Podcast - https://www.fridaynightkaraoke.org/mowPod - https://mowpod.com/mowPod Charts - https://charts.mowpod.com/Talk yo sh!t… Sh!t-Talker!!Support the showFOLLOW US ON;Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkshitwithpTwitter: https://twitter.com/TalkshitwithpFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkwhitwIthpTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@TalkshitwithpShop IG: https://www.instagram.com/Talkshitwithp.shopLEAVE US A REVIEW ON APPLE PODCAST: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/talk-shit-with-p/id1509470001AND SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL:https://www.youtube.com/@TalkshitwithpSupport The Show (whatever you can)Cashapp: https://cash.app/$TSWP20Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TswpBuymecoffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/talkshitwithpAmazon Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2M9Q4HNKRO2WA?ref_=wl_shareTo Learn more on my story;https://flow.page/tal...

S10E1 - The Final Season: Growth, Goodbyes, and New Beginnings (One Last Ride For NOW)!!

Five years, ten seasons, and over 200 episodes later, Talk Shit with P is taking its final bow—at least for now. In this emotional season opener, Paula reflects on the journey that transformed a simple podcast idea into a full-fledged brand and community.Season 10 isn't just another collection of episodes; it's a thoughtfully crafted conclusion celebrating growth, connection, and transition. Paula shares why this shorter, more focused season feels like the perfect way to honor what Talk Shit with P has meant to her and her listeners. Each episode features genuine, unscripted conversations with people who've been part of her podcasting journey, with one recurring question: "What was your impression of me when we first met versus now?"The decision to pause the podcast throughout 2026 wasn't made lightly. Paula opens up about channeling her energy into her new venture, Wrap Shit with P, and an intimate project called "Shattered Mirrors" that combines a book, journal, and podcast. "When you work on your purpose and have faith and keep going, even when you feel like not going, it's coming," she reflects, highlighting how this isn't an ending but a strategic redirection.For loyal listeners, Paula promises bonus episodes throughout 2026 and invites everyone to participate in the season finale by sharing voice notes about their first impressions of her. The episode brims with gratitude for the communities, opportunities, and relationships that blossomed from what started as "this little podcast of mine."Join Paula for one last ride—for now—as she celebrates the growth that comes from betting on yourself and having the courage to close certain chapters to write new ones.Talk yo sh!t… Sh!t-Talker!!Support the showFOLLOW US ON;Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkshitwithpTwitter: https://twitter.com/TalkshitwithpFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkwhitwIthpTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@TalkshitwithpShop IG: https://www.instagram.com/Talkshitwithp.shopLEAVE US A REVIEW ON APPLE PODCAST: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/talk-shit-with-p/id1509470001AND SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL:https://www.youtube.com/@TalkshitwithpSupport The Show (whatever you can)Cashapp: https://cash.app/$TSWP20Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TswpBuymecoffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/talkshitwithpAmazon Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2M9Q4HNKRO2WA?ref_=wl_shareTo Learn more on my story;https://flow.page/tal...

BONUS EPISODE - Losing Everything: When Your Past Goes Up for Auction!!

Have you ever stood at the precipice of asking for help, but couldn't bring yourself to take that final step? That paralyzing feeling of vulnerability might be more universal than we realize.When I lost everything I owned to a storage auction over an $800 debt, I faced a brutal choice: ask for help or let go of a decade's worth of memories and possessions. The anxiety of putting others in an uncomfortable position—of them having to say no, or saying yes when they couldn't afford to—led me to choose loss over vulnerability. It's a decision that sparked profound reflection on why asking for help feels so impossibly difficult, despite how simple others make it sound.This raw, unfiltered conversation explores what happens when financial hardship forces us to reconsider what matters most. Would you rather lose all your money or all your memories? Before my storage auction, I might have chosen differently. But now I understand that sometimes, in our society, money is what protects our memories in the first place.Despite this setback, I'm moving forward with intentional growth, expanding my consulting firm Wrap Shit With P to include VA services for creatives and businesses. My approach isn't about aggressive marketing or rapid scaling—it's about moving with purpose, humility, and faith that the right opportunities will find me as I continue building authentically.Whether you're navigating your own losses, struggling with asking for help, or building a business that aligns with your values rather than external expectations, this episode offers solidarity in your journey. Join the conversation on social media—tell me which you'd choose to lose: your money or your memories? And let's talk honestly about why asking for help feels so much harder than it should.To book us for VA Services... https://calendly.com/wrapshitwithpTalk yo sh!t… Sh!t-Talker!!Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showFOLLOW US ON;Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkshitwithpTwitter: https://twitter.com/TalkshitwithpFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkwhitwIthpTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@TalkshitwithpShop IG: https://www.instagram.com/Talkshitwithp.shopLEAVE US A REVIEW ON APPLE PODCAST: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/talk-shit-with-p/id1509470001AND SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL:https://www.youtube.com/@TalkshitwithpSupport The Show (whatever you can)Cashapp: https://cash.app/$TSWP20Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TswpBuymecoffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/talkshitwithpAmazon Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2M9Q4HNKRO2WA?ref_=wl_shareTo Learn more on my story;https://flow.page/tal...