Next Level Women

Joy Rowland

Ranked Top 2% GLOBALLY by ListenNotes, Next Level Women™ is the go-to podcast for ambitious women who are ready to stop playing small and start taking consistent action toward the life and business they deserve. Hosted by Next Level Mentor Joy Rowland, this show goes far beyond surface-level mindset hacks. You’ll learn how to break free from fear, self-doubt, and procrastination — so you can take consistent, confident action toward your goals and the life you deserve. Every week, you’ll hear a mix of high-energy trainings, client success stories, and inspiring guest interviews designed to help you: ✨ Build unshakable confidence and self-belief ✨ Stay consistent and take daily action toward your dreams ✨ Overcome procrastination, perfectionism, and fear of failure ✨ Attract aligned opportunities and create abundance with ease ✨ Step fully into your Next Level Self — the woman who follows through Whether you’re building a business, or pursuing your next chapter in life, this podcast will help you stay motivated, supported, and accountable — every step of the way. If you’re ready to stop starting over and finally rise into your Next Level, this is your space. We’ll talk about confidence, consistency, mindset, purpose, abundance, and the power of community — because success isn’t about doing it all, it’s about not doing it alone. It’s time to stop waiting for the perfect moment and start becoming your Next Level Self. Welcome to the movement. 👉 Hit Follow and join the movement of women choosing courage, consistency, and community. 🎧 Subscribe now to start creating momentum, confidence, and abundance — one bold action at a time. For more resources and exclusive content, visit 🌐 https://www.joyrowland.com/ ✨ https://www.facebook.com/joyrowlandx ✨ https://www.instagram.com/joy.rowland_/ Next Level Women™ is ranked among the top 2% of podcasts globally on ListenNotes, thanks to our incredible listeners. Your support has made us one of the most popular shows out of over 3.4 million podcasts worldwide. Thank you for tuning in and being part of our journey! **

  1. 16H AGO

    189. From Burnout to Freedom: 3 Women Reveal How to Design Your Dream Life & Business

    In this powerful episode of the Next Level Women Podcast, we bring together three inspiring women entrepreneurs who share how they overcame burnout, built meaningful businesses, and created lives on their own terms. ✨ Meet our incredible guests: Azia Whitted – Founder of Pause with Azia Ranea, helping women slow down without guilt and avoid burnout Irene Vaksberg – Inspires women through faith, resilience, and wearable wellness technology Rebecca Morassutti – Helps women start high-income virtual assistant businesses and design freedom-based lifestyles 💡 In this episode, you’ll learn: ✔ How to overcome burnout and reclaim your energy ✔ How to build a business aligned with your values ✔ Why fear is actually a sign of growth ✔ The truth about entrepreneurship that no one tells you ✔ How to design a life you truly love 🔥 This conversation dives deep into: Mental health & nervous system regulation Faith, purpose, and resilience Virtual assistant businesses & online income Women empowerment & entrepreneurship Creating freedom and flexibility in your life 🔗 CONNECT WITH OUR GUESTS: 👉 Azia Whitted (Pause with Azia Ranea) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aziaranea/ 👉 Irene Vaksberg Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/irene.vaksberg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gothealth_vaksberg/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@irenevaksberg 👉 Rebecca Morassutti Website: https://www.rebeccamorassutti.com Podcast: The Right Hand Revolution Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rebeccamorassutti -------------------------------------------------- 🎤 Joy Rowland Money & Entrepreneurship Coach | Host of Next Level Women 🔗 Connect with Joy: https://www.joyrowland.com/ https://www.instagram.com/joy.rowland_/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joyrowland/ 💬 COMMENT BELOW: What was your biggest takeaway from this episode? 👍 LIKE, SUBSCRIBE & SHARE to support more conversations like this! ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS / CHAPTERS 00:00 – Introduction 00:26 – Meet the Guests 01:24 – Why Burnout Isn’t Normal (Azia) 01:54 – Faith, Pain & Resilience (Irene) 03:49 – Building a Freedom-Based Business (Rebecca) 06:11 – Rebecca’s Journey: From Corporate to Van Life 12:22 – Azia’s Journey: Burnout to Purpose 18:49 – Irene’s Journey: From Immigrant to Entrepreneur 23:58 – Irene’s Story: Loss, Faith & Breakthrough 34:05 – How Azia Helps Women Beat Burnout 39:48 – Rebecca’s VA Business Framework Explained 44:58 – The Truth About Success & Entrepreneurship 55:07 – What Makes Them Successful 01:02:23 – Turning Fear Into Growth 01:03:46 – Where to Connect With the Guests 01:07:54 – Advice to Their 21-Year-Old Selves 01:09:33 – Final Thoughts

    1h 10m
  2. APR 14

    188 - From Corporate to $100K+ in Year One: How These Women Built Thriving Businesses

    From side hustles to six-figure success — this episode is packed with REAL strategies you can apply today. In this episode of the Next Level Women Podcast, I sit down with two powerhouse women entrepreneurs who went from corporate careers to building thriving businesses — fast. We dive deep into: ✔️ How to attract high-paying clients ✔️ The psychology behind why people buy ✔️ Social media growth strategies that actually convert ✔️ Why networking is your most underrated asset ✔️ Overcoming “good girl syndrome” in business ✔️ How to confidently charge what you’re worth ✔️ The truth about AI in business (opportunity vs threat) ✔️ The realities of entrepreneurship (not just the highlight reel) If you're a business owner, coach, consultant, or entrepreneur trying to grow, sign clients, and scale your income—this is a must-watch. 🔗 CONNECT WITH OUR GUESTS 👩🏽‍💻 Devin Brinkley Website https://creativegravityllc.com/ Socials https://www.instagram.com/creativegravityllc/  https://www.threads.com/@creativegravityllc  https://www.linkedin.com/in/devinbrinkley/ 📊 Sam White (Guidance Grove) Linked In - www.linkedin.com/in/samantha-white-22905340  Youtube - https://youtube.com/@builttoresonate?si=0MxPMUYzxUoiPv2N  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/researchwithsam/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61563898913253 Freebie - 2026 Shopper Behavior Report | Guidance Grove - https://www.guidancegrovenc.com/2026-shopper-behavior-lp -------------------------------------------------- 🎤 Joy Rowland Business Coach | Host of Next Level Women 🔗 Connect with Joy: https://www.joyrowland.com/ https://www.instagram.com/joy.rowland_/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joyrowland/ 🔥 KEY TAKEAWAYS → People buy from people (not brands) → Your network = your net worth → Authenticity attracts AND repels (and that’s a good thing) → Confidence comes from doing, not waiting → You don’t need to post daily—just consistently → AI should be a tool, not a replacement 💬 COMMENT BELOW What was your biggest takeaway from this episode? Are you struggling with clients, pricing, or growth? 👍 DON’T FORGET Like 👍 | Comment 💬 | Subscribe 🔔 New episodes every week! ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS / CHAPTERS  00:00 Introduction 00:28 Meet the Guests: Sam & Devyn 01:32 What They Do & Their Expertise 02:26 Devyn’s Entrepreneurship Journey 04:37 Sam’s Entrepreneurship Journey 06:29 How They Hit $100K+ in Year One 06:58 Why Your Business Feels Hard 09:49 How to Get High-Paying Clients 13:37 Overcoming Fear of Charging Money 16:11 “Good Girl Syndrome” Explained 18:48 Buyer Psychology in Marketing 20:24 Social Media Growth Strategies 22:37 How to Be Authentic Online 25:27 Getting Comfortable Being Bad First 27:46 Ideal Clients & Niches 31:37 Where to Connect with Them 32:58 AI: Opportunity or Threat? 37:16 Advice to Their 21-Year-Old Selves 40:05 The Truth About Entrepreneurship Struggles 41:44 Final Thoughts & Closing

    43 min
  3. APR 7

    187 - How Women Build Wealth & Scale Businesses Using Psychology (with Talia Wolf & Sandy Osei)

    In this powerful episode of the Next Level Women Podcast, we sit down with two incredible experts: ✨ Talia Wolf – Conversion Optimization Expert, Founder of GetUplift & Author of Emotional Targeting ✨ Sandy Osei – Financial Coach helping women build long-term financial security In this conversation, we dive deep into: →  How to increase sales using human psychology & emotional targeting →  Why most people struggle with money—and how to fix it →  Smart strategies to reduce taxes legally →  The truth about wealth building (even without a high income) →  How to protect your income and avoid financial crisis →  Overcoming fear, imposter syndrome & rejection in business →  How to confidently charge what you're worth 💡 If you're a woman entrepreneur, coach, or professional looking to grow your income, build wealth, and gain confidence in sales—this episode is for you. 🔗 RESOURCES & LINKS (From Guests) 👉 Talia Wolf’s Course + Website: https://taliawolf.com 👉 Get Talia’s Book (Emotional Targeting): https://taliawolf.com/book 👉 Sandy Osei – Free Retirement Calculator: https://subscribepage.io/cPHeC4 👉 Sandy’s Free Financial Workshop: https://linktr.ee/SandyOsei 🔥 WHAT YOU’LL LEARN ✔ Why people don’t buy products—they buy better versions of themselves ✔ How to increase conversions using emotional triggers ✔ The biggest money mistakes women make (and how to fix them) ✔ Why “hope is NOT a financial strategy” ✔ How to build wealth even if you don’t earn 6 figures ✔ The mindset shift that will change how you sell forever 💬 COMMENT BELOW What was your biggest takeaway from this episode? 👍 LIKE, SUBSCRIBE & SHARE If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to: ✔ Like the video ✔ Subscribe for more empowering content ✔ Share with a woman who needs to hear this -------------------------------------------------- 🎤 Joy Rowland Business Coach | Host of Next Level Women 🔗 Connect with Joy: https://www.joyrowland.com/ https://www.instagram.com/joy.rowland_/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joyrowland/ 👍 Like, Subscribe & Share if this conversation inspired you. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS / CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro & Welcome 00:34 Meet Talia Wolf (Conversion Optimization Expert) 02:01 Meet Sandy Osei (Financial Coach) 03:23 Why Women Don’t Talk About Money Enough 05:14 Talia’s Entrepreneurship Journey 08:03 Overcoming Fear & Limiting Beliefs 09:58 Sandy’s Powerful Personal Story 14:43 Financial Literacy & Wealth Building 18:05 Why Income Protection Matters 20:28 Investing & Wealth Mindset 25:38 How to Increase Sales Using Psychology 31:22 Talia’s Course & Framework Explained 35:36 Sales Confidence & Charging Your Worth 41:49 How to Overcome Fear of Selling 46:10 Choosing the Right Clients 48:32 Marketing Strategies That Actually Work 52:34 Google’s 7-11-4 Rule Explained 53:59 Talia’s Book & Resources 55:22 Final Advice from Sandy 57:46 Final Advice from Talia 01:01:14 Closing Thoughts

    1h 1m
  4. APR 2

    186 - From Trauma to Triumph: 3 Women Reveal Their Secrets to Business & Life Success

    In this powerful episode, we sit down with three incredible women entrepreneurs who share their journeys of resilience, healing, business growth, and success. You’ll hear: ✔️ How to build a successful business from scratch ✔️ The truth about entrepreneurship (beyond social media highlights) ✔️ How to turn pain into purpose ✔️ Marketing strategies that actually work today ✔️ How women can improve their health, energy, and productivity This conversation is packed with real, raw, and actionable insights you don’t want to miss. 🔗 CONNECT WITH OUR GUESTS 👉 Amy – Wellness Coach (PMS Relief Expert) Instagram / Facebook / Threads: @thewealthofwellnessllc 🌐 Website: https://thewealthofwellness.com 👉 Sarah Gemmell – Marketing Consultant Instagram: @sarahgemmell 🌐 Website: https://sarahjeanco.com/ 👉 Kelli Ware – Speaker, Author & Founder of MEW Beauty All Social Media: @IAmKelliWare 🌐 Website: IAmKelliWare.com 🛍️ Beauty Brand: MEWBeauty.com 📘 Book: "Unconventional Grief" on Amazon: https://a.co/d/0hdMjLj0 -------------------------------------------------- 🎤 Joy Rowland Business Coach | Host of Next Level Women 🔗 Connect with Joy: https://www.joyrowland.com/ https://www.instagram.com/joy.rowland_/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joyrowland/ 👍 Like, Subscribe & Share if this conversation inspired you. 💡 WHAT YOU’LL LEARN How authenticity drives sales Why marketing is the backbone of any business How to overcome fear and self-doubt The truth about PMS and women’s health How to build a business aligned with your purpose 📢 WHO THIS IS FOR Women entrepreneurs & business owners Coaches, consultants, and creators Anyone struggling with marketing or visibility Women looking to improve their health and energy Anyone seeking inspiration and real-life success stories 👍 SUPPORT THE CHANNEL If you enjoyed this episode: 👉 Like 👍 👉 Comment 💬 👉 Subscribe 🔔 ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS / CHAPTERS  00:00 Welcome to the Next Level Women’s Show 00:30 Meet Kelly, Amy & Sarah 02:18 Amy’s Journey: From PA to Wellness Coach 04:15 Sarah’s Story: Marketing & Entrepreneurship 05:14 Why Marketing is Essential for Business Success 09:26 The Reality of Entrepreneurship (Struggles & Growth) 10:51 Amy’s Health Transformation & PMS Breakthrough 15:15 Sarah’s Entrepreneurial Journey & Pivot 19:30 Marketing Strategies That Actually Work 23:05 Kelly’s Powerful Story (Trauma to Purpose) 29:26 Unconventional Grief & Healing 32:58 Building a Beauty Brand with Purpose 35:39 How Each Guest Makes Sales in Their Business 45:44 Sarah’s Sales Strategy Explained 49:26 Kelly on Authenticity & Word-of-Mouth Growth 55:39 Amy’s Journey into Entrepreneurship 58:24 Final Advice for New Entrepreneurs 58:54 How to Connect with Amy 59:45 How to Connect with Sarah 01:00:13 How to Connect with Kelly 01:01:59 Final Thoughts & Closing

    1h 2m
  5. MAR 31

    185 - How to Get Coaching Clients Without Social Media or Cold DMs (Updated for 2026) - Live Workshop

    Want to build a profitable coaching business without cold DMs, burnout, or relying on social media? In this workshop, I break down my exact coaching business framework that helps you: - Predict your monthly income using simple math - Attract clients without chasing them - Generate inbound leads consistently - Build a sustainable coaching business ecosystem If you’re an entrepreneur struggling with: - Not getting enough clients - Feeling stuck or overwhelmed - Posting content with no results - Not knowing what’s missing in your business This training will show you exactly what to fix. You’ll learn: ✔️ How to book clients without cold messaging   ✔️ The 3 offers every profitable coaching business needs   ✔️ How to create inbound demand (clients come to YOU)   ✔️ The Google 7-11-4 rule for building trust   ✔️ How to turn content into paying clients   ✔️ My full coaching business ecosystem (step-by-step) This is not theory — this is the system I use to grow a profitable, sustainable coaching business. 👇 If you’re serious about growing your coaching business, watch until the end. ---------------------------- 🎯 Want help growing your coaching business? Send me a private DM: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joyrowland/ Download the free resource mentioned in the video: https://explore.joyrowland.com/10k-months-calculator/ #coachingbusiness #onlinecoaching #businesscoaching #clientattraction #coachingclients #entrepreneurship #onlinebusiness #leadgeneration

    48 min
  6. MAR 24

    184 - From 0 Clients to 50% Conversion in 5 Weeks (Client Success Story)

    🚀 From frustration to RESULTS in just 5 weeks! In this powerful client success story, Sandy shares how she went from chasing clients and struggling to convert… to signing 2 paid clients from ONE workshop (50% conversion rate). If you're a coach, consultant, or service provider who feels like: ❌ You're doing everything but not seeing results ❌ People show interest but don’t convert ❌ You’re tired of chasing clients Then this video will show you what’s possible when you fix your mindset AND your strategy. 💡 Inside this video: - The exact shifts that helped Sandy get clients fast - How we built her email list + offer in weeks - The mindset blocks that were holding her back - How she filled her upcoming workshop with 90+ registrations - The strategy behind her 50% conversion rate 🔥 This is what happens when you combine: ✔️ Strategy ✔️ Implementation ✔️ Coaching ✔️ Belief 👇 WANT SIMILAR RESULTS? Send me a DM on Instagram or LinkedIn and I’ll send you my coaching call link. 📩 Connect with me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joy.rowland_/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joyrowland/ 👩🏾‍💼 Connect with Sandy: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandy-osei-6723272a4/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandy_5728osei/ 🎁 Get Sandy’s FREE Retirement Readiness Calculator: https://subscribepage.io/cPHeC4 --- #clienttestimonial #coachingbusiness #getclients #onlinecoaching #leadgeneration #entrepreneurmindset #businessgrowth #womeninbusiness

    26 min
  7. MAR 17

    183 - Build Wealth & Keep More Money: Tax Tips for Entrepreneurs with Kelly Bender

    Are you an entrepreneur tired of overpaying taxes and feeling overwhelmed by your finances? In this episode of the Next Level Woman Podcast, I sit down with Kelly Bender — a successful entrepreneur and tax expert — to uncover powerful, legal tax strategies that help small business owners keep more of their money. Kelly shares how she built a thriving accounting firm, scaled through acquisitions, and helps entrepreneurs gain clarity, confidence, and control over their finances. We also dive into: ✔️ How to legally reduce your tax burden ✔️ Why most entrepreneurs approach taxes the wrong way ✔️ The mindset required to grow a successful business ✔️ Balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship ✔️ Faith, discipline, and building a purpose-driven life If you’re a business owner or aspiring entrepreneur, this conversation will completely shift how you think about money, taxes, and growth. ✨ Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more powerful conversations to help you grow your business and your life. 🔗 Connect with Kelly Bender: Website - https://www.lifeuntaxed.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lifeuntaxed/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellyjobender/ Book - https://www.lifeuntaxed.com/book 🎤 Connect with Joy Rowland Money & Business Coach | Host of Next Level Women 🔗 Links: https://www.joyrowland.com/ https://www.instagram.com/joy.rowland_/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joyrowland/ #Entrepreneurship #TaxStrategies #SmallBusinessTips #WomenInBusiness #BusinessGrowth ⏱️ Timestamps / Chapters 00:00 Introduction & Meet Kelly Bender 00:27 What Kelly Does & Helping Entrepreneurs 01:49 Why Entrepreneurs Overpay Taxes 03:11 Legal Tax Strategies Explained 05:03 Kelly’s Entrepreneurial Journey 08:02 Growing Through Acquisitions 08:49 Faith & Business Success 11:36 Overcoming Fear in Entrepreneurship 16:17 Marketing & Sales Without Being “Salesy” 19:40 Building a Strong Personal Brand 21:33 Motherhood vs Business Growth 25:41 Mindset Habits for Success 28:10 Advice for Small Business Owners 30:01 Kelly’s Book & Resources 32:06 Advice to Her Younger Self 33:31 Final Thoughts & Closing

    34 min
  8. MAR 13

    182 - Dr. Leah Explains The 5-Step Process to Heal Emotional Trauma and Transform Your Life

    Many people carry emotional pain for years without realizing how deeply it shapes their thoughts, behaviors, and relationships. In this powerful conversation on the Next Level Woman Show, Dr. Leah shares the transformational framework she uses to help people process unresolved emotional trauma and rediscover who they truly are. Instead of surface-level motivation, Dr. Leah walks through a 5-step process for deep emotional healing, helping individuals identify the hidden wounds affecting their lives and transition into a healthier future. In this episode you will learn: ✔ Why most people avoid introspection ✔ How to identify and name emotional pain ✔ Why the mind defaults to familiar patterns ✔ The key transition process required for real change ✔ How transformation becomes a lasting lifestyle Dr. Leah explains how unresolved experiences from the past can continue to influence our present decisions, behaviors, and emotional responses — often without us realizing it. If you’ve ever felt stuck in patterns you can’t explain, this conversation will give you powerful insight and a pathway forward. About Dr. Leah Dr. Leah Riddick Cunningham is an emotional health and wellness educator dedicated to helping women understand how unresolved emotional experiences shape the way they live, lead, and relate to others. Through a unique blend of psychological insight, practical teaching, and faith-grounded perspective, she guides women toward the clarity and peace that come from addressing the emotional patterns formed earlier in life. With a career centered on emotional wellness education, Dr. Leah focuses on helping women recognize how childhood environments, life transitions, and long-held beliefs influence adult behaviors, decision-making, and relationships. Her work equips women with the awareness and tools needed to move from emotional exhaustion to emotional clarity—allowing them to lead their lives with greater confidence, purpose, and peace of mind. Dr. Leah is known for translating complex emotional and psychological concepts into clear, practical insights that women can apply in everyday life. Her teaching emphasizes that emotional healing is not simply about revisiting the past—it is about understanding it, reframing it, and reclaiming the power to live differently in the present. Through workshops, educational programs, and speaking engagements, Dr. Leah has become a trusted voice for women navigating midlife reflection and personal transformation. Her message is simple but powerful: when a woman’s mind is finally at peace, her leadership, relationships, and sense of identity are transformed. Her guiding philosophy reflects the heart of her work: Real people hurt. Real people heal. Connect with Dr. Leah: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DrLeahRiddickCunningham Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drleahriddick/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-leah-riddick-cunningham-161907134/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@drleahriddickcunningham   ⏱ Timestamps 00:00 Why great marketing eliminates the need for selling 00:57 The real purpose of Dr. Leah’s coaching program 01:27 Step 1: Introspection – discovering who you truly are 02:25 Step 2: Awareness – naming emotional pain 02:54 Step 3: The transition process 04:18 Why feelings feel like facts 04:49 Step 4: Transformation – the arrival of the new you 05:16 Step 5: Essentialism – living forward intentionally 06:08 Preparing clients for deep emotional work 07:06 Understanding emotional triggers and past trauma 08:07 How unresolved pain shows up in daily life 09:05 Final thoughts and how Dr. Leah helps people transform

    10 min

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Ranked Top 2% GLOBALLY by ListenNotes, Next Level Women™ is the go-to podcast for ambitious women who are ready to stop playing small and start taking consistent action toward the life and business they deserve. Hosted by Next Level Mentor Joy Rowland, this show goes far beyond surface-level mindset hacks. You’ll learn how to break free from fear, self-doubt, and procrastination — so you can take consistent, confident action toward your goals and the life you deserve. Every week, you’ll hear a mix of high-energy trainings, client success stories, and inspiring guest interviews designed to help you: ✨ Build unshakable confidence and self-belief ✨ Stay consistent and take daily action toward your dreams ✨ Overcome procrastination, perfectionism, and fear of failure ✨ Attract aligned opportunities and create abundance with ease ✨ Step fully into your Next Level Self — the woman who follows through Whether you’re building a business, or pursuing your next chapter in life, this podcast will help you stay motivated, supported, and accountable — every step of the way. If you’re ready to stop starting over and finally rise into your Next Level, this is your space. We’ll talk about confidence, consistency, mindset, purpose, abundance, and the power of community — because success isn’t about doing it all, it’s about not doing it alone. It’s time to stop waiting for the perfect moment and start becoming your Next Level Self. Welcome to the movement. 👉 Hit Follow and join the movement of women choosing courage, consistency, and community. 🎧 Subscribe now to start creating momentum, confidence, and abundance — one bold action at a time. For more resources and exclusive content, visit 🌐 https://www.joyrowland.com/ ✨ https://www.facebook.com/joyrowlandx ✨ https://www.instagram.com/joy.rowland_/ Next Level Women™ is ranked among the top 2% of podcasts globally on ListenNotes, thanks to our incredible listeners. Your support has made us one of the most popular shows out of over 3.4 million podcasts worldwide. Thank you for tuning in and being part of our journey! **