79: The 2017-2018 List of Podcast Directories Your Podcast MUST Be Listed In
Episode description
I thought it was about time I did something REALLY helpful and did the research required to tell you exactly - step by step - how to submit your show to every conceivable place you can to increase your podcast’s reach.
I’m talking about Podcast Directories, people!But the problem is this: every conceivable place is not always the BEST place (in my humble opinion).
Why would I EVEN SAY such a thing?
Two reasons:
#1 - There are many options that require you to use their hosting/advertising/app/whatever-thingie-ma-bobber-they’re-hawking. So unless you are specifically looking for those kinds of opportunities, they’re not much use to you.
#2 - Some of the directories out there don’t appear to be professionally done, which in my mind means it’s likely not truly advantageous for your show to be in them.
So…
THIS episode is a walk through of the many podcast directory-ish places you can list your show that I deemed were worth the time of doing so.
The list and instructions I’m about to share DO NOT contain sites that pull directly from Apple Podcasts (formerly iTunes).
Why? - Because if you submit to Apple Podcasts, you’ll automatically be included in those directories or apps.
Which includes MOST IOS or Android podcast apps.
Be it known…
I have done EXACTLY what I’m telling you to do with all 3 of my podcasts. And will be referring BACK to this episode myself to submit all future podcasts I publish.
And before we get too far into this… you can find EVERY directory I mention and the links and processes needed to submit to them, on the show notes page for this episode - www.PodcastFastTrack.com/79 - which is ALSO included in the description of your podcast app or player, in its entirety (as much as I have control over).
And ANOTHER THING… These are in ALPHABETICAL ORDER for your sorting convenience...
That’s enough of that kind of stuff - let’s get to the directories!
LISTED ALPHABETICALLY
Acast:Acast is a new app that claims to help podcasters with “discovery” issues (which is debated hotly in podcasting circles), but regardless, it’s a pretty cool and functional app.
It includes 3 targets: Listeners - Podcasters - Advertisers. And it does include a hosting option for podcasters who are looking for something different. You can discover more about Acast at www.acast.com
Non-hosted
You provide the Acast folks with your RSS feed and they’ll make your show searchable and listenable on their app platform. This means no monetization and no hosting.
Hosted
In this scenario, Acast hosts your show. Yes, you’d have to leave your current host.
When you do, Acast will provide opportunities to monetize your show (ads or sponsorships) and you’ll have access to the Acast publishing tool and stats.
So… if Acast sounds like a place you’d like to list your podcast - or a partner you might connect with for hosting/monetization.
- Scroll down to the “Add Your Show” option near the bottom of the page.
- Choose your adventure (non-hosted,