What really happens behind the scenes of building a podcast, a business, and a meaningful brand?
Most people only see the final product.
The polished clips. The episodes. The thumbnails. The social media posts.
But behind every podcast, business, or creative project is a process most people never see.
In this episode, Mike and Chrysa pull back the curtain on what it actually takes to produce Coffee with Mike — from podcast planning and content strategy to editing, systems, communication, experimentation, and mental wellness.
Chrysa shares how producing podcasts focused on mental health and wellbeing changed the way she thinks about entrepreneurship and creative work, while Mike opens up about why mental health and belonging are central to the mission of the show.
Together, they discuss why business owners often neglect mental health, the importance of systems and communication, how perfectionism slows creators down, and why experimentation matters more than having everything figured out from the beginning.
This is an honest behind-the-scenes conversation for creators, entrepreneurs, podcasters, and leaders trying to build something meaningful without losing themselves in the process.
“People who follow you for the long run are the people who truly connect with your message.”
🎯 What You’ll Learn in This Episode
- What goes into producing a professional podcast
- Why mental health is often overlooked in entrepreneurship
- The importance of systems and communication in production
- Why creators should prioritize consistency over perfection
- How experimentation helps businesses and podcasts grow
- The difference between short-form content and long-term audience building
- Why podcast research and audience clarity matter before launch
- How leadership, belonging, and mental wellness connect
- Behind-the-scenes lessons from building Coffee with Mike
📚 Resources & Mentions