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 support@buzzsprout....
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 Buzz...
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 Support the show Contact Buzzcast Send us a ...
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...
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...
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 Podcast...
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 K...
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...
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 Rev...
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 Cy...
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 s...
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 R...
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 i...
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 Anal...
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. Support th...
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 recen...
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. Support the show Contact Buzzcast Send us a text message Tweet us at @buzzcastpodcast , @albanbrooke , @kfinn , and @JordanPods...
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 Podc...
Jan 17, 2020•40 min•Ep. 17
Send us a text This week we took a deep dive into stats and trends we're seeing across all of our Buzzsprout podcasters from 2019 AND offering our takes on some of the 2020 podcast predictions floating around the web. Two articles worth reading: 20 Podcast Predictions for 2020 from Top Industry Leaders Podcast Trend Predictions For 2020 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....
Jan 03, 2020•59 min•Ep. 16
Send us a text This week we offered our take on the latest IAB stats hiccup and recap a monster year with a rundown of all the new features we released for Buzzsprout in 2019. Check out our unreleased (but quite hilarious) PodMic vs ATR2100 YouTube thumbnail. Wanna see our newest Top Secret project? Watch the " Podcast Editing Tips " video on YouTube to spot the new feature coming in 2020. Here's a list of all the new features we mentioned in this episode Buzzsprout API Export you...
Dec 20, 2019•34 min•Ep. 15
Send us a text This week we offer our take on the RSS expansion discussions, Podcorn's new monetization platform, we review the 2019 Discover Pod Awards winners, and jump into the Customer Support Mailbag with Priscilla. Do you want Priscilla to start a Taylor Swift Podcast? Write into us at [email protected] (10 emails and she's gonna do it!) Check out the 2019 Discover Pod Awards winners to find your next favorite podcast. Podcasts we're into: The Happiness Lab Spermcast RE...
Dec 06, 2019•43 min•Ep. 14
Send us a text This week we cover some new updates from Apple Podcasts and Spotify (hint: one could be a pretty big deal), talk about the "curse of knowledge" and its impact on your podcast, and share some uncommon podcast growth strategies. Check out our epic marketing blog where 50 podcasters share the tactics they use to grow their shows. 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...
Nov 22, 2019•42 min•Ep. 13
Send us a text This week we cover tips for breaking through the "podcast plateau," what to do if you're experiencing burnout, and answer some frequently asked questions with Priscilla . Customer Support Mailbag: What is an RSS Feed? (And where can I find mine?) Why are my episodes out of order? 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. Have a question? Shoot us an ema...
Nov 08, 2019•38 min•Ep. 12
Send us a text This week we cover some frequently asked questions and go through every feature we added to Buzzsprout over the last several weeks, including: Multiple Team Members Affiliate Marketplace Blog RSS Feed Buzzsprout Creator Program You can subscribe to our blog by entering https://www.buzzsprout.com/blog.rss into your favorite feed reader. Interested in applying for the Buzzsprout Creator Program? Learn more about it and submit your application at buzzsprout.com/creator Have an idea f...
Oct 25, 2019•40 min•Ep. 11
Send us a text This week we announce the details (and origin) behind the new Buzzsprout Affiliate Marketplace and discuss the long-term impacts of targeted advertising tools in podcasting. 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. Have a question? Shoot us an email at [email protected] Support the show Contact Buzzcast Send us a text message Tweet us at @buzzcastpodcast , @alba...
Oct 11, 2019•44 min•Ep. 10
Send us a text This week Alban shares secret news, we discuss why it's impossible to measure "podcast subscribers," and reveal how many downloads you need to be in the Top 1% of all podcasts. Check out the 2018 Discover Pods Awards . Make sure to subscribe to the 5 Minute Mondays podcast to hear our upcoming miniseries on podcast monetization strategies. Have an idea for something we should talk about? Post it in the Buzzsprout Podcast Community on Facebook and tag one of us to le...
Sep 27, 2019•46 min•Ep. 9
Send us a text This week we discuss what to do if you miss publishing a podcast episode, our favorite microphones, and jump back into the customer support mailbag with Priscilla. Make sure to check out our new Best Podcast Microphones blog post to see which microphones we recommend and why. To see in-depth Spotify stats, go to https://podcasters.spotify.com/ Customer Support Q&A Leader Board: Kevin - 1 Alban - 1 Travis - 0 Have an idea for something we should talk about? Post it in the Buzzs...
Sep 13, 2019•41 min•Ep. 8
Send us a text This week we share our main takeaways from Podcast Movement 2019, review some new Buzzsprout features from this past work cycle, and discuss the rookie mistakes we see podcasters making all too often. Special thanks to Kerry-Ann Reid-Brown for sharing her two cents in this episode. You can learn about Kerry-Ann and her podcast network at breadfruitmedia.com Registration is open for next year’s Podcast Movement conferences. Have an idea for something we should talk about? Post it i...
Aug 23, 2019•41 min•Ep. 7
