Send us a text In this episode, Krystal Proffitt from The Proffitt Podcast joins us to discuss the best ways to use Dynamic Content, shifts we noticed in Buzzsprout's December stats, and whether or not Clubhouse is the next big social media platform. Links from today's episode Add Pre-Rolls and Post-Rolls with Dynamic Content (Video) Announcing Dynamic Content for All Buzzsprout Accounts (Blog) Buzzsprout December Stats Review Buzzcast in Podchaser to let us know what you think of the show. Cont...
Jan 15, 2021•55 min•Ep. 43
Send us a text In this episode, we'll dive into Buzzsprout's new Dynamic Content tool and look back at all the projects we rolled out in 2020. Links from today's episode Learn more about Dynamic Content Subscribe to the Buzzsprout YouTube channel Review Buzzcast in Podchaser to let us know what you think of the show. Contact Buzzcast Send us a text message Tweet us at @buzzcastpodcast , @albanbrooke , @kfinn , and @JordanPods Thanks for listening and Keep Podcasting!...
Jan 01, 2021•50 min•Ep. 42
Send us a text In this bonus episode, Jordan Harbinger shares his top tips for interviewing guests, growing your podcast, and turning your show into a meaningful side hustle. Links: Watch the conversation on our YouTube channel Listen to "The Jordan Harbinger Show" Jordan's mini-course on how to be a great interviewer Contact Buzzcast Send us a text message Tweet us at @buzzcastpodcast , @albanbrooke , @kfinn , and @JordanPods Thanks for listening and Keep Podcasting!...
Dec 25, 2020•55 min
Send us a text In this episode, we discuss the impact the global pandemic has had on podcast creators and listeners, why this year featured more company acquisitions than usual, and why the future is bright for podcast creators with Podcasting 2.0. Join the Buzzsprout Podcast Community on Facebook for a chance to join the beta group for our newest feature. Listen to Alban's interview with Colin Gray about podcast growth and marketing strategies on Podcasting Q&A. Check out Podland , a new po...
Dec 18, 2020•35 min•Ep. 41
Send us a text In this episode, we investigate why so many podcasters are seeing downloads from Lake Stevens, discuss the sudden drop in downloads from Apple Podcasts, and answer listener questions from the Buzzsprout Facebook group. Links from this episode: Reply All Podcast - Episode #53 In The Desert Buzzsprout Platform Stats for November 2020 Buzzsprout Blog - How to Get the Best Sounding Audio for Your Podcast Learn more about Magic Mastering Check out our new Buzzsprout merch store on Cott...
Dec 04, 2020•39 min•Ep. 40
Send us a text In this episode, guest host Tom Buck joins us as we discuss balancing a 9-5 with 3x podcasts AND a YouTube channel, break down the download stats from every active Buzzsprout podcast in October, Apple Podcasts' new embed player, and chat with Listen Notes founder Wenbin Fang on the new Global Rank and Listen Score. Links from this episode: Subscribe to Tom Buck's YouTube channel Buzzsprout Platform Stats for October 2020 Apple Embed Player Listen Notes Check out our new Buzzsprout...
Nov 20, 2020•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 39
Send us a text In this episode, we discuss our new "one click" Podcast Index submission, custom artwork for Visual Soundbites, an easier way to use custom domains for your Buzzsprout podcast website, and answer listener questions about everything from guest release forms to predicting what will happen in podcasting in 2021. Click here to download a simple guest release form if you want to start using one for your podcast guests. Check out our new Buzzsprout merch store on Cotton Bureau. Subscrib...
Nov 06, 2020•57 min•Ep. 38
Send us a text In this episode, Adam Curry joins the crew to talk about the origins of podcasting, what's going on with The Podcast Index, and what the future of podcasting looks like for independent creators. Listen to Adam on the No Agenda podcast. Subscribe to the Buzzsprout YouTube channel to watch gear reviews, software tutorials, and podcast strategy videos. Review Buzzcast in Podchaser to let us know what you think of the show. Contact Buzzcast Send us a text message Tweet us at @buzzcast...
Oct 23, 2020•59 min•Ep. 37
Send us a text In this episode, we answer listener questions gathered from the Buzzsprout Podcast Community Facebook group. (Check the Chapter Markers to jump to a specific question) Email [email protected] if you're interested in running paid ads on PodLP to promote your podcast. Subscribe to the Buzzsprout YouTube channel to watch gear reviews, software tutorials, and podcast strategy videos. Review Buzzcast in Podchaser to let us know what you think of the show. Contact Buzzcast Send us a text ...
Oct 09, 2020•54 min•Ep. 36
Send us a text In this episode, Tom joins us to talk Buzzsprout stats, IAB Certification, adding Transcripts to the RSS Feed, and our reaction to watching "The Social Dilemma" on Netflix. If you're an app developer or podcast host, here's Buzzsprout's spec document for adding Transcripts to the RSS feed. Big shoutout to Brad and Jonathan who do a phenomenal job moderating the Buzzsprout Podcast Community on Facebook. Be sure to check out their podcasts! Gay Mystery Podcast hosted by Brad Halfwit...
Sep 25, 2020•45 min•Ep. 35
Send us a text In this episode, we'll tell you how to test drive Magic Mastering for free on your next episode, Alban gives us an update on Amazon Podcasts, and we discuss the value of the newly launched Podcast Index for the future of podcasting. Watch Alban's breakdown of the Amazon Podcasts launch on the Buzzsprout YouTube channel. The Joe Budden Podcast with Rory and Mal - Episode 375 | "View from the SPOT" (Start at around 64 minutes) Send an email to [email protected] to let us know w...
Sep 11, 2020•46 min•Ep. 34
Send us a text In this episode, Tom Rossi (co-founder at Buzzsprout) joins us to talk about the new Visual Soundbite feature and help breakdown how many downloads the average podcaster in Buzzsprout gets in 2020. Total number of downloads in the last 30 days 98 downloads puts you in the Top 50% of podcasts 302 downloads puts you in the Top 25% of podcasts 982 downloads puts you in the Top 10% of podcasts 2,373 downloads puts you in the Top 5% of podcasts 14,959 downloads puts you in the Top 1% o...
Aug 28, 2020•44 min•Ep. 33
Send us a text In this episode, Krystal Proffitt joins us to discuss the newest long distance recording solution, Spotify's change of heart regarding formatted show notes, and Amazon's new podcast directory. Check out AvantLink to find affiliate programs for your podcast and use the Brand Mention feature in Buzzsprout to easily add affiliate links to your episode show notes. Send an email to [email protected] and let us know how you'd like us to intro the next episode of Buzzcast. Subscribe...
Aug 14, 2020•47 min•Ep. 32
Send us a text Enjoy this bonus podcast episode where we went back through the Podcasting Q&A and 5 Minute Mondays archives to find the top 10 things we wish we knew before starting a podcast. 10 Tips (Check the Chapter Markers for time stamps) Focus on audio quality Podcast intros Ideal podcast length Go on other podcasts Guest promotion tips Use templates Format your show notes Do you need a website? Promoting on social media Batch your episodes Contact Buzzcast Send us a text message Twee...
Aug 13, 2020•13 min
Send us a text In this episode, we'll recap several new features that just rolled out to all Buzzsprout users including Achievements in your Stats and the new Monetization section. Special thanks to Anna Jaworski, host of Heart to Heart with Anna , for providing our opening topic for this episode. Send an email to [email protected] to let us know how you'd like us to intro the next episode of Buzzcast. Podcast Recommendations: Naval Dithering Creating a Brand Here's the video Alban mentions...
Jul 31, 2020•40 min•Ep. 31
Send us a text In this episode, we'll discuss this week's big acquisition, Spotify's new podcast charts, and the ADA compliance lawsuit filed against Gimlet Media for failing to provide closed captions or transcripts of their podcasts. Send an email to [email protected] and let us know how you'd like us to intro the next episode of Buzzcast. Check out how easy it is to add transcripts to your podcast in Buzzsprout. Articles referenced in this episode: SiriusXM to Acquire Podcast Platform St...
Jul 17, 2020•39 min•Ep. 30
Send us a text In this episode, we'll discuss India's newest podcast app PodLP, dive into Pandora's quirky stats package, chat about the importance of podcast transcripts, and explain how you can add chapter markers to your episodes in Buzzsprout. Submit your podcast to PodLP Learn more about Magic Mastering and what it can do for your podcast's audio quality. Articles referenced in this episode: Podcast transcripts: who's in control? feat. Kevin Finn Pandora for Podcasters Introduces New Podcas...
Jul 03, 2020•37 min•Ep. 29
Send us a text In this episode, we weigh the pros and cons of the new Podhero app (will it actually help podcasters make more money?) and work our way through the recent spate of podcast company acquisitions to discuss their impact on independent podcast creators. Check out Rabbit Hole , our new favorite podcast at Buzzsprout HQ. Articles referenced in this episode: Meet Podhero - The Easiest Way to Support Podcast Creators YouGov - How many Americans are willing to pay for podcasts? SiriusXM Ac...
Jun 19, 2020•46 min•Ep. 28
Send us a text In this episode, we announce the five winners of our Buzzsprout Podcast Community 10k Member contest, discuss Buzzsprout's new Descript integration, sit down for a chat with Heather from Descript, and ponder why Amazon is considering getting into the podcast game. Check out our full Descript review and walk-through. 10k Facebook Group Winners: Cullen Reeves, We're Here For The Boos Mark Jacob Halberg, The Fandom Effect Martin Cowan, Movie Probe: With Stewart and Martin Keila Cash,...
Jun 05, 2020•57 min•Ep. 27
Send us a text In this episode, we do a deep dive into the bombshell that Joe Rogan will soon be exclusively available on Spotify, what worries us about Podcast Addict getting kicked out of the Google Play store, the new Buzzsprout Transcripts feature, and some of our favorite podcasting tools for taking your show to the next level. Read the official press release put out by Spotify and Joe Rogan about the new $100 Million deal. Watch Travis' session from the Outlier Podcast Festival on the Buzz...
May 22, 2020•58 min•Ep. 26
Send us a text In our first-ever live-streamed episode, we revisit the new Magic Mastering feature in all its glory, Alban shares his experience as a guest on Smart Passive Income, and we dive into Google Podcasts Manager. Claim your podcast on Google Podcasts Manager. Check out Alban's guest appearance on the Smart Passive Income podcast. (Emergency Episode #4) Livestream Software: Ecamm Live Restream Squadcast.fm Places to find podcasting gear: B&H Photo Sweetwater Crutchfield BSW Review B...
May 08, 2020•40 min•Ep. 25
Send us a text In this week's episode, we'll discuss exciting the videos and podcasts coming soon from Buzzsprout, all the projects we wrapped up in our last work cycle, and chat with JJ about what makes Goodpods a great opportunity for podcasters to grow their audience. Download Goodpods from the Apple app store (Currently available in the US and Australia) New Content from Buzzsprout: Audacity Tutorial series on YouTube 5MM Rebrand into Podcasting Q&A Hindenburg Tutorial X-Ray Cycle Projec...
Apr 24, 2020•56 min•Ep. 24
Send us a text In this week's self-quarantine edition of Buzzcast, we discuss Kevin's new podcast recording studio, whether or not podcast downloads are bouncing back, what we think of Podtrac's newest data product, and why Hindenburg is the best software you've never heard of. Check out Kevin's write-up detailing his home podcast studio build-out. Watch our Hindenburg Journalist Pro tutorial on YouTube. Review Buzzcast in Podchaser to let us know what you think of the show. Have an idea for som...
Apr 10, 2020•46 min•Ep. 23
Send us a text In this week's self-quarantine edition of Buzzcast, we discuss the impact COVID-19 has had on podcast consumption, how to conduct remote podcast interviews, and our thoughts on the new Google Podcasts app released for iPhones. Affordable sound treatment to improve your audio quality: 2" Foam Panels Bass Traps Sound Blanket Remote recording software solutions: Squadcast Zoom Skype Blogs to help you podcast from home: How to Record Long-Distance Podcast Interviews How to Record Phon...
Mar 27, 2020•45 min•Ep. 22
Send us a text This week we recap this year's Podfest Expo, dive into the monetization strategies that are currently working for indie podcasters, and share about several companies we like that are innovating in the podcast space. Review Buzzcast in Podchaser and Travis will listen and review your podcast as well! Download Alban's slides from Podfest on "How to Monetize a Podcast with less than 10,000 Listeners." Companies we like a lot: Podchaser Squadcast Goodpods Have an idea for something we...
Mar 13, 2020•40 min•Ep. 21
Send us a text This week we recap the new Buzzsprout features we released in our Whiskey work cycle, take a moment of silence to commemorate the discontinuation of the Audio-Technica ATR2100, and reveal the innovative podcasts we've been listening to recently. Join our free How to Start a Podcast online course. Check out the Samson Q2U , our new most recommended microphone for new podcasters. Download Travis' slides from the Spark Christian Podcast Conference on Understanding Your Analytics (and...
Feb 28, 2020•44 min•Ep. 20
Send us a text This week we talk about Buzzsprout's Podfest Party at Disney World, 2020 podcast trends across all of Buzzsprout's users, and answer an RSS feed question from Alex. Learn more about Feedburner and Apple's Mirror Links if you're interested in controlling your RSS feed outside of your podcast host. Have an idea for something we should talk about? Submit a topic in our Listener Suggestions form or post it in the Buzzsprout Podcast Community on Facebook. Contact Buzzcast Send us a tex...
Feb 14, 2020•44 min•Ep. 19
Send us a text This week we talk about the launch of Buzzsprout's Advanced Podcast Statistics and how to leverage them to grow your podcast audience. Get early access to Buzzsprout's new advanced podcast stats by subscribing to our YouTube channel. If you know you'd benefit from working with a podcast coach, get on the waitlist for Krystal Proffitt's "Proffitt Podcasting" course and get early access to her podcast book coming out later this year. Check out our recently revamped How to Start a Po...
Jan 31, 2020•35 min•Ep. 18
Send us a text In this special bonus episode, Travis sits down with one of the godfathers of podcasting - Eric Nuzum. Eric created and developed podcasts such as TED Radio Hour , Invisibilia , Fresh Air with Terry Gross , and many others and he shares that wisdom and expertise in his new book Make Noise: A Creator's Guide To Podcasting And Great Audio Storytelling. Contact Buzzcast Send us a text message Tweet us at @buzzcastpodcast , @albanbrooke , @kfinn , and @JordanPods Thanks for listening ...
Jan 24, 2020•36 min
Send us a text This week we talk about Spotify's new podcast ad tracking (ugh), early 2020 podcast conferences we'll be going to, and why podcast critics shouldn't be in your target audience. Get early access to Buzzsprout's new advanced podcast stats by subscribing to our YouTube channel. Q1 Podcast/Marketing Conferences: PM Evolutions Spark Christian Podcast Conference Podfest Expo 2020 Traffic & Conversion Summit 2020 Check out our recently revamped How to Start a Podcast guide if you're ...
Jan 17, 2020•40 min•Ep. 17
