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Taking a Longer Break (And How You Can Help Shape What's Next)

Why we're extending our podcast break through the end of the year.

Posted in: Seamwork Radio Podcast • August 31, 2026 • Episode 299

We've got a quick update today: the podcast break is getting a little longer. Sarai and Haley share why they're stepping back through the end of the year, what they're hoping to dream up next, and how you can have a direct hand in shaping the future of the show.

Extending Our Podcast Break Through the End of the Year

After some discussion, we've decided to extend our podcast break through the rest of this year. Don't worry, we're not disappearing! We're just stepping back to dream up what's next for the show.

We keep coming up with ideas for how Seamwork Radio could be even more fun, whether that's changing up the format, adding video, or trying something totally new. The problem is that there's no time to actually experiment with any of it when we're recording and editing every single week. So we're giving ourselves some room to play.

Tell Us What You Want to Hear

The best way you can help us is by filling out a super quick listener survey. It only takes a couple of minutes, and we'll read every single response. Your feedback will actually shape what comes next for the show, so if there's a topic, format, or guest you've been hoping for, now's the time to tell us.

Why We're Taking This Break Now

Sometimes a podcast going on break can sound like the hosts have lost interest or burned out. For us, it's honestly the opposite. We really love making this show and talking with all of you. Over the years, we've gotten better at taking a breather before we need one, instead of waiting until we're in the middle of a crisis.

We're proud of ourselves for protecting something we love so that it stays something we look forward to, and so we can keep bringing real creativity to it rather than just cranking out episodes on autopilot.

What Happens Next

For the rest of the year, we're taking time to think, plan, and have a little fun figuring out what's next. Make sure you go fill out that survey so your voice is part of the process. We'll be back before you know it with something we're excited to share.

In the meantime, we're still showing up every week over on YouTube. If you're not already subscribed, come hang out with us there while the podcast is on pause.

What would you love to see from Seamwork Radio when we're back? Let us know in the survey, or drop a comment below!

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