
If I’m Being Honest is a straight-talk podcast about self-publishing and book marketing—created for authors who want realistic expectations and practical advice.
Hosted by Joel Pitney and Sayde Walker, the show explores what it actually takes to publish, promote, and sell books in today’s crowded marketplace. Featuring interviews with successful authors and industry experts, we dig into the wins, the missteps, the numbers, and the uncomfortable truths that rarely get discussed.
If you’re a first-time author (or feeling stuck after publishing), this podcast is here to help you move forward with clarity, confidence, and honesty.
Recent Episodes
How to Lose Money on Amazon Ads and Still Win Big with Steve Sarner
How to Lose Money on Amazon Ads and Still Win Big with Steve Sarner
The Power of Passion-Driven Publishing with Krystaelynne Sanders Diggs
I recently had the pleasure of sitting down with best-selling children’s book author Krystaelynne Sanders Diggs. I met Krystaelynne at the San Francisco Writers Conference and got to hear a little...
The Future of Publishing: A Conversation with Renowned Author Michael Larsen
I recently had the privilege of meeting one of my writing heroes: Michael Larsen, author of what I consider to be an indispensable book How to Write a Book...






