Let's cut the crap. Starting a podcast? Child's play. Even we've written a million guides on the subject. Podcast audience growth on the other hand? That's where the real adults play. In fact, when talking to new podcasters it's their most pressing. Everyone wants to eat don't they? Can't eat without an audience. I've watched podcasts flame out faster than my college ex's interest in commitment. Hard truth: 85% of Apple Podcasts are digital graveyards in 2025. Most people bail when the dopami...