We Hit 400 Episodes, Beat Our Goal, And Lay Out What Comes Next | Ep 400

Jan 3

Hitting 400 episodes is more than a number for us. It is proof that a no-budget, community-powered project can reach across 100 countries and 1,000 cities with a simple promise: be a voice for you or someone in need. We set a goal of 300 episodes by the end of 2025 and surpassed it by a hundred, not because of flashy marketing but because people found value in lived experience. The growth on Spotify, our presence across YouTube, Rumble, Apple, Amazon, iHeart, and our evolving efforts on X show that distribution matters, but authenticity matters more. Every time someone subscribes, shares an episode, or joins a TikTok Live, the signal strengthens: real stories change lives.

At the heart of this milestone is recovery. Eight years sober and still learning, we treat mental health as a long journey instead of a finish line. The sports analogy fits: players respond to coaches who have played the game. In the same way, people working through trauma often trust voices who have walked that path. That is why Voices for Voices highlights guests who have navigated adversity and are ready to share practical lessons. The goal is not to lecture; it is to model resilience, perseverance, and small daily wins. When listeners hear a story that mirrors their own, courage transfers. It is not theory; it is mentorship by example.

Our publishing arm grew out of that same mission. Voices for Voices Publishing exists to amplify stories, whether that is a comic like Adalan or the Mythical Creatures Around the World catalog we recently acquired. Books, audio, and live streams are different mediums with the same outcome: access to guidance at no cost wherever possible. We keep our shows free and prioritize free engagement, because the barrier to entry should be low when the stakes are mental health, recovery, and community support. Sales from books help sustain the work and prove there is demand for thoughtful, responsible storytelling that credits creators and respects the audience.

With growth comes responsibility. We are confronting plagiarism and copyright infringement that has siphoned value from creators and misled consumers for years. This is not about pettiness or ego. It is about fairness, transparency, and trust. When a billion-dollar entertainment concept lifts from a protected brand without consent, or when authors profit from copied material without attribution, audiences are harmed and the standard drops. By setting a public deadline for accountability and removal, we clarify a principle: build on inspiration, not theft. Creative ecosystems thrive when rights are respected, sources are cited, and consumers know what they are buying.

Looking ahead to 2026, we will keep retooling the formats that work: more consistent updates on X, more TikTok Lives for time-sensitive topics, and stronger pipelines from our recording process to distribution across platforms. The editorial focus will center on recovery journeys, practical mental health tools, and transparent updates on our legal and publishing efforts. Expect more global participation too; our listener base spans continents, and we intend to meet that audience with tailored stories and clear calls to action. When we ask you to text 25 friends, it is because word of mouth remains the most effective way to reach someone at the exact moment they need support.

We remain a 501c3 nonprofit, grateful for every donation and even more grateful for every person who presses play. But the metric we watch most is impact. Did we help someone feel seen today? Did we offer a new way to cope, a moment to laugh, or a reason to keep going? If the answer is yes, then 400 episodes is just the beginning. The mission to help three billion people stands. We will keep showing up, refining the craft, and guarding the integrity of the work so that when you tune in, you know you are getting the real thing: honest stories, useful tools, and a community that has your back.

Chapter Markers

0:03 Milestone: 400th Episode Announced

2:30 Social Platforms And How To Follow

4:45 Free Access And Growing On Spotify

5:36 Publishing Arm And Why Stories Matter

7:26 Lived Experience Over Textbook Knowledge

8:45 Global Reach And Recovery Perspective

10:55 Personal Commitment And Eight Years Sober

12:20 Crushing Goals On A No-Budget Model

14:00 Faith, Inclusion, And Daily Prayer

15:20 2026 Retooling And What Can Be Shared

16:50 Mission: Be A Voice And Help Billions

18:17 TikTok Live Feedback And New Titles

19:40 Addressing Plagiarism And IP Protection

22:00 Public Accountability And Deadlines

24:15 Draculand Example And Enforcement

26:10 Holiday Sales Win And Momentum

28:00 Simple CTA: Share With 25 Friends

29:50 Donations, 501c3, And Lovevoices.org

32:00 Gratitude And The Work Behind Each Show

34:31 Signing Off And Looking To 401

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We Hit 400 Episodes, Beat Our Goal, And Lay Out What Comes Next | Ep 400

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