🎙 Episode Title: Podcasting in 2025? Audio Only vs. YouTube

📌 Show Notes:

Thinking about starting a podcast but not sure if you should go audio-only or dive into video for YouTube? In this episode of The Message Connection, Re breaks down the pros and cons of both formats—and why audio still holds a special kind of magic in 2025.

We explore:

• Why audio-only podcasting is still going strong
• The intimacy and connection audio creates with listeners
• How video can expand your reach on YouTube and social media
• The benefits (and pressures) of visual storytelling
• Why starting simple might be your best move

🎧 Mentioned:

• Recording platforms like Riverside, Zoom, and Zencaster
• Tools like Descript for easy editing
• Platforms like Fiverr/Upwork for YouTube visuals

🔗 Find Azurae at: azuraephelps.com
📱 Follow Azurae on IG: @azurae.phelps

Whether you're dreaming about launching a podcast, or you've already dropped off after three episodes (we get it!), this one’s for you. Azurae shares why now is the time to share your message, how to approach your podcast with clarity and intention, and why a seasonal mindset might just save your creative energy.

💡 Big idea: You already know more than you think—you just need to prove it to yourself.

🔗 Find Azurae at: azuraephelps.com
📱 Follow Azurae on IG: @azurae.phelps

This week on The Message Connection, I’m joined by the insightful and empowering Dr. Tuby Akinlosotu — business growth coach, strategist, and resilience expert. We talk about what it means to really build a life-first business, the difference between ability and capacity, and how to design a sustainable rhythm that honors who you are.

Whether you’re an introvert pretending to be an extrovert, a recovering people-pleaser, or just tired of the hustle that never seems to lead to peace, this episode is for you.

Dr. Tuby shares stories from her own burnout and breakthrough moments, plus practical tools to reclaim your time, protect your energy, and stay focused on what really moves the needle.

🔗 Connect with Dr. Tuby: helpherthrivecoach.com
🔗 Get Dr. Tuby's Free Guide: Four Areas to Scale Without Burnout
📱 Follow her on IG, LinkedIn & YouTube: @drtubyakinlosotu
🔗 Find Azurae at: azuraephelps.com
📱 Follow Azurae on IG: @azurae.phelps

Ring Ring, AI calling! Will you answer?

In this episode, host Azurae Phelps dives into how AI tools like ChatGPT can help with brainstorming, podcast content, and business strategy—but without replacing your authentic voice.

You'll learn:
✔️ How AI can break creative roadblocks
✔️ Why human connection still matters more than ever
✔️ A cool trick for using your community as your personal ChatGPT
✔️ How to host a "My People Party" to ideate and refine your message

👥 Tech is great, but real conversations are magic. Tune in and let’s talk AI, authenticity, and finding the balance between the two.

Podcast Name: The Message Connection
Episode Title: Unlimited: How Wicked Changed Me for Good
Host: Azurae Phelps

Episode Summary

In this episode of The Message Connection, host Azurae Phelps shares her deep personal connection with Wicked, the beloved Broadway musical. Sparked by a special trip to New York City, Azurae reflects on how the show’s themes of friendship, personal growth, and stepping into one's power have profoundly impacted her life. She discusses the emotional resonance of the story and the broader significance of storytelling in the arts and how messages in theater, music, and film can create powerful, transformative experiences for audiences. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a creative, or simply someone who loves great storytelling, this episode will remind you of the importance of embracing your own unlimited potential.

• Have you ever seen Wicked? How did it impact you?
• If you’ve seen the movie, how does it compare to the Broadway version for you?
• What’s a story—whether from theater, music, or film—that has profoundly shaped your life?

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Episode Title: Here on Purpose

🎙️ Welcome to The Message Connection! Today, host Azurae Phelps sits down with speaker, trainer, and purpose discovery coach Nancy Zugschwert to explore what it truly means to live with purpose. Nancy shares insights from The Purpose Factor, a framework that helps individuals identify and embrace their unique calling in life and work.

🔹 In this episode, we discuss:

How to shift from seeking external validation to embracing your true gifts

Why your job title isn’t the same as your purpose

How to find fulfillment in any life season—whether in work, family, or community

The importance of self-awareness and mindset in unlocking your potential

Practical ways to discover and apply your purpose today

💡 Key Takeaway: Your purpose isn’t something you have to chase—it’s something that’s already within you. Whether in business, relationships, or personal growth, living with purpose brings deep fulfillment and impact.

🔗 Connect with Nancy:
📧 Email: nancyz@nancyz.com
📱 Socials: @NancyZUnlimited

✨ If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review! Your support helps us reach more listeners who are ready to connect with their message and purpose. Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode.

#Podcast #PurposeDrivenLife #FindingYourPurpose #SelfDiscovery #PersonalGrowth #Entrepreneurship #MindsetShift

Podcast Show Notes

🎙️ Episode Title: Own Your Magnificence
🎧 Host: Azurae Phelps | The Message Connection

Episode Summary:

In this episode, Azurae shares a powerful clip from a recent masterclass where she encouraged attendees to recognize and embrace their expertise. Whether you're starting a podcast, a YouTube channel, or another creative project, it's easy to forget how much knowledge you already have. Azurae walks through a simple exercise to help you tap into your own magnificence and provides a structured approach to shaping your podcast or content.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✔️ How to recognize your own expertise and confidence in content creation
✔️ A simple 15-minute exercise to uncover topics you can talk about effortlessly
✔️ How to "think like a producer" and structure engaging podcast episodes
✔️ Podcast episode formats to experiment with
✔️ Ways to engage your audience and gather listener questions

Resources & Links:

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Episode Title: 3 Winning Podcast Formats

🎙 Welcome back to The Message Connection! In this episode, host Azurae Phelps dives into three powerful podcast formats that keep audiences engaged and coming back for more. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, coach, or creative, understanding these styles can help you craft a show that resonates with your audience and keeps them tuning in week after week.

🔹 Investigative & Binge-Worthy Shows – The "next, next, next!" effect of deep-dive storytelling.
🔹 News & Industry Insights – Stay informed with quick, digestible updates.
🔹 Personality-Driven Podcasts – Why comedians, celebrities, and industry experts dominate this space.

💡 Learn how to apply these styles to your own podcast—whether you want to build anticipation, provide actionable insights, or share your unique perspective. Plus, hear why understanding your audience is key to creating lasting connections.

📩 Connect with Azurae: Check out the show notes for ways to stay in touch, and don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐