"Is My Podcast Even Working?"
You Don't Know,
and That's the Problem
You're recording episodes. You're posting on social. You're Googling "how do I grow my podcast" and asking ChatGPT what to try next. But you have no way to know if any of it's actually working, and no one to check your gut against.
Meanwhile, podcasters who are actually growing have a room. A group of other podcasters they can message and say "I tried this and it actually worked, here's how." Real feedback on an episode before it goes live. People who've already solved the problem you're stuck on.
You're starting to realize that…
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You second-guess every decision with no one to check it against
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You want real feedback on an episode before it goes live, not after
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You're tired of generic growth tips that could apply to any show
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Free Facebook groups and outdated blog posts aren't cutting it anymore
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You're ready for a room of podcasters who actually get what you're building
You're ready for real community, not more guesswork alone.
What if instead of guessing alone, you had a room of podcasters and experts who could tell you exactly what's working, why, and what to try next?
If that's you, here's exactly what you need:
THE PODCAST CAFE
A curated, ongoing membership where podcasters get real training and real feedback, and it stays active because the people in it are serious about growing their show.
This Membership Is for Podcasters Who Are
READY TO GROW WITH
PEOPLE WHO GET IT
Here's how to know if The Podcast Cafe is right for you:
You already have a podcast and want to grow it seriously
You've noticed other shows pulling ahead and wonder what they know that you don't
You're tired of guessing which growth tactic actually works
You want accountability without a rigid class schedule
You want real feedback before you hit publish, not after
You crave a room of people who actually understand podcasting
You've been putting off fixing your growth strategy for months (or years)
You want real feedback on your episodes before you hit publish
You're sick of generic growth tips that could apply to any podcast
What’s Included?
Like a good cup of coffee, this community is simple: real training, real people, real results.
✓ Private Circle community exclusively for podcasters
✓ Ask questions anytime in the community chat
✓ One Expert-led training session each month
✓ One Community networking calls each month
✓ Real feedback on your unique podcast
✓ Peer collaboration and cross-promotion opportunities
✓ Growth tracking that goes beyond download counts
✓ Ongoing accountability
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You show up, ask questions, share your show, and give feedback of your own.
That's how this room works: everyone gets support, and everyone gives it.
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$47/month
No contracts. Cancel anytime, but we're betting the relationships you build in here are the reason you won't.
I review every application myself and only bring in people who are a genuine fit.
A FEW OF Our Happy Clients
Real strategy, real community, the kind of game-changer your business actually needs.
“Feeling detached between my podcast and business efforts, her insights have provided much-needed clarity. Planning has been a breeze, thanks to her invaluable advice and guidance. I'm excited to implement her strategies and witness the conversion from the audience I'm reaching. Hayleigh's expertise not only aligns my podcast with my business goals but also infuses excitement and purpose into my content creation. If you're seeking a transformative session that propels your podcast and business forward, look no further than Hayleigh's exceptional guidance."
-Dalene Higgins, Wealthy After 40 Podcast
There's room for all of us.
There's room to grow.
This is a community built for exactly that.
55% of the U.S. population over the age of 12 listens to podcasts. That's a massive, hungry audience, and the podcasters capturing it aren't figuring it out solo.
Podcasting isn't just another marketing channel, it's the most intimate one. No other medium builds trust faster or positions you as an authority more effectively.
And when you're plugged into a room of other podcasters, you learn what's already working, instead of testing everything yourself from scratch.
Most importantly, you don't have to figure out growth by yourself. The Podcast Cafe gives you real training and real feedback, without the isolation.
It's real feedback, real community, and the perfect way to stand out from the sea of podcasts that never get past episode ten.
Grow Your Show Without Doing It All Alone
IS THE PODCAST CAFE RIGHT FOR YOU?
The Podcast Cafe is the right room for you if:
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You already have a podcast and want to grow it seriously
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You're tired of guessing which growth tactics actually work
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You want real feedback and accountability, not more content to consume alone
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You're ready to stop Googling the same questions at midnight
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You want training from people who've actually grown a podcast, not more generic tips
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You're serious about growing your show, not just starting one
Hey, I’m Hayleigh!
My journalism background taught me one crucial thing: powerful stories, well told, create real connections. Since 2020, I've helped launch and grow 300+ podcasts through Espresso Podcast Production.
I kept meeting podcasters doing everything right, consistent episodes, solid content, real expertise, but still stuck in the same place: guessing whether it was working, with no one to check it against.
The podcasters who broke through that ceiling weren't doing it alone. They had a room of people to test ideas with, get real feedback from, and learn from before making the same mistakes twice.
That's why I built The Podcast Cafe. If you're ready to stop growing your show by yourself, I'd love to have you inside.
Save yourself months of trial and error. This room will show you exactly what's actually working.
"Hayleigh tailored her strategy to exactly where my show was and what it needed to grow, then stayed in touch for weeks after. I underpaid for the value I got."
Danielle Kepics, host of Strong + Unfiltered
"Hayleigh helped me launch my podcast and has been by my side ever since, giving me direction whenever I need it so I always know I'm moving it forward the right way. I truly couldn't do this without her."
Betsy O'Brien, host of The Bets Life
"We started our podcast completely overwhelmed, unsure how to approach content or reach an audience. Espresso Podcast Production gave us the strategy and support to actually grow it. We're in year 2 now, still going strong, and partnering with them was one of our best decisions."
Diane, Co-HOst of Promoting and Protecting Naturopathy
"I gained so much clarity about my podcast's direction from our time together. What stuck with me most was how much Hayleigh believed in me and shared her knowledge so generously; it gave me a completely different lens on how to grow my show."
Julia Weigert, host of Sacred Travel Podcast
"As an entrepreneur juggling multiple offerings, I struggled to launch the podcast I'd been sitting on for years. Since working with Hayleigh, I've steadily grown my listener base and gained real confidence in the direction of my show."
Suzan Ahmed, host of Design Deep Dive
Our Triple Shot Guarantee
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Real Community
No-Ghosting Communication
Cancel Anytime
I'm in here every week, and so is the room. Share an episode or ask a question and you'll get real engagement, not silence.
I run this personally. Expect regular training sessions, an active community, and responses that don't take a week.
No contracts, no lock-in. Stay as long as it's useful to you, and leave whenever you want, no hard feelings.
Your Audience Is Already Wearing Headphones, They’re Just Waiting for Your Voice 🎧
A Quick Recap of What's Inside The Podcast Cafe:
✓ Private podcasting community on Circle
✓ Expert-led training sessions on growth, monetization, and more
✓ Real feedback on your episodes from other podcasters
✓ Peer collaboration and cross-promotion opportunities
✓ Full autonomy, no rigid curriculum or homework
✓ Ongoing accountability just from being in the room
✓ Direct access to me, not a support ticket queue
✓ New training added regularly
✓ Cancel anytime, no contracts
You're one application away from real training, real feedback, and a room full of podcasters who get it.
FAQ
I don't have a podcast yet, but planning to. Can I still join?
No, The Podcast Cafe is for podcasters who already have a show live since the whole point is getting real feedback on real episodes. But launching is exactly what I do over at Espresso Podcast Production; I've helped launch and grow 100+ shows. Book a call and let's get your podcast off the ground, then come find us here once you're live.
I already have an editor or production help. Do I need this?
This isn't production, it's strategy, community, and accountability layered on top of whatever help you already have.
How much time should I plan to invest each week?
Entirely up to you. Some members check in for a few minutes a week; others are in daily. There's no homework, but the value compounds the more you engage.
Will this just turn into another group that goes quiet?
I'm running this personally and bringing in experts regularly. It's not a dump-and-abandon group.
Why is this focused on podcasters specifically, instead of a general creator community?
When everyone in the room shares that focus, the advice is sharper and the collaboration opportunities actually happen.
"I don't have time for one more thing."
The ask here is showing up and engaging, not homework. Some weeks that's a comment, some weeks that's a call.
Is this worth it compared to just hiring more done-for-you help?This serves a different purpose. You can hire an editor to handle the busywork, but that doesn't answer the question that's actually keeping you up at night: am I doing this right? This is strategy, real feedback, and a room of people who can tell you what's working and what isn't, so you stop guessing and start knowing.
Is it worth $47/month?
One piece of feedback can save you weeks of guessing. One connection can become a real collaboration. Members who show up and participate tend to say it pays for itself quickly.