For 15 years, I organized concerts.  Do you know how many drew over 250 attendees?  Just about 10%.  Even with a strong brand, if I announced a conference happening six months from now..  Selling 250 tickets wouldn't be easy—it takes time and consistent effort. So when someone says, "My podcast only has 36 listeners this week," I respond: "That's fantastic!”  You're outperforming my in-person real estate meetups, which typically have around 20 attendees.  In fact, you're reaching more people than most bands do at their live shows. The Takeaway: Value Every Listener: Each person tuning in is someone interested in what you have to say. Growth Takes Time: Building a large audience doesn't happen overnight, whether it's a podcast, event, or concert. Quality Over Quantity: An engaged audience of 36 can be more impactful than a disengaged crowd of hundreds. Don't underestimate the influence you have, no matter the size of your audience. Keep pushing forward, and remember that every big success story started somewhere small.