178: Speak Your Dreams Into Existence

What if you gave yourself permission to say your biggest podcast dreams out loud?

That’s exactly what we invited every single attendee to do at this year’s Mic Check Retreat. It was a room full of dreamers and doers, of people willing to declare their vision before it was fully formed. We stripped away perfection and embraced possibility—and the result was electric.

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Why Saying It Out Loud Matters

There’s something magnetic about putting your goals into the air, especially when surrounded by others who believe in what you’re building. At the retreat, we created that kind of room—one where podcasters could step up to the mic and own their boldest aspirations. The moment a goal is spoken aloud, it begins to feel more real. It plants the seed of accountability, fuels momentum, and opens the door for unexpected opportunities.

We didn’t just talk about dreams. We heard them. We witnessed transformation in real-time. And now, we’re sharing those moments with you.

Unscripted Dreams from the Retreat

Nata of Accidental CEO, who dreams of turning her podcast into a six-figure business that delivers strategy and value to fellow accidental entrepreneurs.
Bree, aiming to hit 20,000 downloads in a single month.
Colie James, host of Business First Creatives, who is aligning her podcast content with her offers to grow both her listenership and her revenue.
Claire, who envisions her podcast reaching the audience it was always meant to serve, sharing knowledge and empowerment to support and uplift others.
Brett and Brandee, co-hosts of Between Brett and Brandy, who are focused on creating casual and candid conversations between husband and wife.
Quianna, who is boldly pursuing podcast monetization with the intention of funding not just her business and lifestyle, but the ripple effect of inspiring others to act on their gifts.

Some podcasters want more consistency. Some want to align their content with their business. Others simply want to reach the right people with the right message. Every dream was unique, yet each shared a common thread: belief.

Community Creates Momentum

These weren’t polished pitches or strategic soundbites. These were raw, real declarations of what podcasters want most for their shows. And when you listen back, you’ll hear the energy in the room shift each time someone takes the mic. It’s contagious. It’s powerful. It reminds us that we’re not alone in this.

The podcasting space is full of potential, but it can also feel isolating. That’s why spaces like the Mic Check Retreat matter. That’s why speaking your dream out loud matters. Because when you do, people show up. They believe with you. And they help you build it.

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Nata Salvatori (1:59)

Bree Pair (2:27)

Colie James (2:36)

Claire Kellems (2:49)

Bret and Brandie (3:17)

Christi Johnson (3:30)

Quianna Marie (3:37)

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