Celebrating 50 episodes with a look back

In January, I celebrated the first birthday of Baton Baton Mein and shared my experience ever since I started this show. I didn’t realize that with my last weeks recording, Baton Baton Mein completed its 50th episodes. To me, it is a significant milestone. No doubt, recording something in Hindi was one of the reasons. But along with that, the love, support, and encouragement I got from my listeners made these 50 episodes a wonderful experience. 

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Celebrating 50 episodes with a look back

When I started this show in January 2020, my main goal was to express myself in Hindi. And to do justice with its title, I picked very simple topics and gave them my personal touch. I am delighted that my listeners accepted these topics wholeheartedly.

There is one quote on simplicity – “The most simple things can bring the most happiness.” २०२० ने मुझे क्या सिखाया (my takeaways from 2020) was one such episode which I recorded without any script. To me it was a very simple episode. I didn’t talk about what pandemic taught me but shared few lessons in a lighter manner. And it became one of the most popular episodes on the show. This gave me a boost that sometimes, even simple topics can become listener’s favorite. 

On the contrary, there is another quote which says “Simple things are always the most difficult”. I encountered some moments when I decided to talk about a specific topic, but it wasn’t very easy to compile it in an easy language without losing the depth of the topic. One such episode was “Emotional Triggers.

I tried to incorporate my NLP knowledge into this episode and explain it in non-technical language. During the pandemic, our emotions were all over the place. There were occasions when we didn’t understand why we were behaving how we were behaving. So, I tried to explain it by giving some simple examples. I am happy that my listeners liked it and also gave their feedback. 

Celebrating 50 episodes with a look back

When I am talking about the 50 episodes milestone, I want to say that a lot of credit goes to you all to complete the half-century. Yes, believe me. It wouldn’t have been possible without your support. It may sound cliché, but it is true. For any podcaster, the biggest challenge is our voice is the only tool we have to establish a connection with our listeners. So, in my opinion, for podcasters, when they get feedback saying, “we felt like listening to you without a break,”– believe me, nothing is more rewarding than this. 

I always say that podcasting gives me the satisfaction of public speaking. But to fulfill the desire, one must have patient listeners. I want to thank you for being such patient listeners.

I want to make an announcement:

As I am celebrating the 50 episodes milestone with you, let me take a moment to make an announcement.

From last October, you have been listening to interviews on this show. You have met many known personalities and celebrities on this platform. In the coming weeks, I will be recording the last few interviews. Interview Series Season 1 will be coming to an end in a couple of months. But my solo recordings will be continued as usual. The reason behind taking a break from interviews is I am planning to do some certifications. As you know, I have another podcast show. It will not be possible to handle 2 podcasts, interview recordings, and 1 blog, along with studies effectively. Recording an interview is a different ball game, and taking too many things on my plate will affect its quality. 

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I am a person who believes in committing to things that I can do effectively and with complete dedication and sincerity. So, going by my nature and personality, I think this is the best decision. But I request you to hang on. Season 2 will be coming soon. In the meantime, if you know any inspiring personalities who may be interested in coming on my show or if you have any suggestions on who should I contact for season 2, you know where to contact me. I will try my best to reach out to them.

So, once again thank you all for being there with me. Please keep supporting me as you have done so far.

Thank You!!

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About Alpana

I am Alpana Deo. You can call me a passionate writer who enjoys writing in any form.I feel motherhood gave me chances to explore and think about many such areas that I never paid attention. Writing to me is a feeling of satisfaction, relaxation after a tiring day and an accomplishment of doing something meaningful.

30 thoughts on “Celebrating 50 episodes with a look back

  1. Many congratulations Alpana for completing 50 episodes. wishing you loads of success for future as well. all the best for certifications as well. I can understand it is not possible to handle many things all together. wish you come back with season 2 soon.

  2. Congratulations on the golden episode. I have experienced Baaton Baton mein grow with you.
    The conception, the logo, the episodes, the interviews, and your love for it.
    All the best for certifications
    Happy Podcasting dear.

  3. First of all, Congratulations on achieving a milestone which is really remarkable with such great and amazing episodes of Baton Baton mein. I enjoy almost listening all and you have amazing voice.

  4. Wow it’s so great! Congratulations on your 50th episodes!!!! I hope you come back stronger than ever with your second season! ❤️✨

  5. Dear first of all I will congratulate you for the achievement or rather the milestone you achieved in your journey of Bato Bato ma. Will love to hear you more, keep going

  6. Such an amazing achievement! Just a testament that no Pandemic can stop people from achieving their goals in life. It’s only a matter of focus, dedication and hard work to make it happen. Kudos to you! More good times inspiring people!

  7. Many many congratulations for completing 50 episodes is a big deal and you manage it’s so well I just love listening to your podcast and every podcast have a different element in it wishing you a lot of success for the future

  8. Many many congratulations Alpana. Happy to say that we have listened to most of the episodes of Baton baton mein podcast. Yes, interviews take lot of time from the schedule things, shall listen to your podcast with your views. Looking forward for a century soon.

  9. A huge achievement!! Congratulations from my end… your this article may be inner voice of many. This is something I ma completely agree with when it comes to podcast..where we can share really without fear of speaking in front of public…It would be an inspiration for many who are thinking and not started. One more thing, sharing thought in your own monther tangue has another level of charm.

  10. Hey congratulations dear… You have successfully completed your 50 episodes. I wish you luck for many more great episodes 👍👍

  11. Congratulations 🎉 though podcasts are a new way of sharing in India. I somehow find it very interesting. Looking forward to hear you too🙂

  12. Being consistent with the quality content is the key and seems you have nailed it. Congratulations on this milestone and good wishes for many more to come :). I understand how hectic it must have been, hope to see you come back with season 2 soon.

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