In this course-style podcast we’ll look at the ways that Podcasting 2.0 features – also known as tags – can help podcast creators with discovery, interactivity, and monetization, and help listeners to support and contribute to the success of their favourite shows.
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With Apple Podcasts now supporting chapters for all shows, do you know what chapters are, why they could be good for your podcast, or how to make them? I explain all: from what you'll see from Apple's auto-generated chapters or ones made by the podcaster using the Podcasting 2.0 standard, to the pros and cons of auto-generated chapters vs self-made chapters, and how to turn off the feature all together. Homework elements show you how to locate chapters in Apple Podcasts, and how to make your own...
Turn tokens in your TrueFans digital wallet into money you can spend in the outside world. Now that the withdraw to Stripe function is live in TrueFans, I walk you through how to easily convert the money your listeners have sent you via super comments and streaming into money in your bank account. Find podcasting resources , links and extra listening at Creativityfound.co.uk/podcasting Disclaimer Things change. Technologies improve. What is discussed in this episode is correct as of time of epis...
Let's have a look at what's changed in the way you can boost, comment or super comment in modern podcast apps. This is an update episode, and so connects directly with a previous episode of Podcasting 2.0 in Practice. If you don’t know what I’m talking about then I recommend you listen to the Podcasting 2.0 in Practice course. This is a podcast series that looks at just one 2.0 feature – also known as a tag – at a time and teaches you what it is, why it’s good, and how to make it work. The cours...
A few updates from one of my favourite Podcasting 2.0 features today: Podroll – or Recommendations. Exciting news, Pocket Casts has joined TrueFans in supporting this feature. I’ll walk you through how you can find these recommendations on the show screen and what they mean for your podcasting experience. This tool is a fantastic way for podcasters to share their favourite shows, helping enhance discovery and interactivity for listeners. This is an update episode, and so connects directly with a...
The way to find a transcript for a podcast on Pocket Casts and Fountain has changed, and here's what you need to know. This is an update episode, and so connects directly with a previous episode of Podcasting 2.0 in Practice. If you are new to the subject of Podcasting 2.0, it would be a great idea for you to complete the Podcasting 2.0 in Practice course. This is a podcast series that looks at just one 2.0 feature – also known as a tag – at a time and teaches you what it is, why it’s good, and ...
Pocket Casts has rolled out support for the funding tag, making it easier than ever for listeners to support their favourite podcasts. This is an update episode, and so connects directly with a previous episode of Podcasting 2.0 in Practice. If you are new to the subject of Podcasting 2.0, I highly recommend that you complete the Podcasting 2.0 in Practice course. This is basically a podcast series that looks at just one 2.0 feature – also known as a tag – at a time and teaches you what it is, w...
We hone in on how to locate the Chapters feature in the Fountain app. This is an update episode, and so connects directly with a previous episode of Podcasting 2.0 in Practice. If you are new to the subject of Podcasting 2.0, I highly recommend that you complete the Podcasting 2.0 in Practice course. This is basically a podcast series that looks at just one 2.0 feature – also known as a tag – at a time and teaches you what it is, why it’s good, and how to make it work. The course focuses specifi...
You can now find TrueFans in the App Store or Play Store. This is an update episode, and so connects directly with a previous episode of Podcasting 2.0 in Practice. If you are new to the subject of Podcasting 2.0, I highly recommend that you complete the Podcasting 2.0 in Practice course. This is basically a podcast series that looks at just one 2.0 feature – also known as a tag – at a time and teaches you what it is, why it’s good, and how to make it work. The course focuses specifically on how...
Claire reflects on the unexpected twists in creating the Podcasting 2.0 in Practice course, highlighting the need for flexibility as apps and technologies changed. She encourages listener feedback for future content and expresses gratitude to guests and supporters. The episode concludes with promotion tips and resources.
As we start to wind up this podcast course highlighting just a few Podcasting 2.0 features that I think will be most useful for podcasters and listeners, and the easiest to get to grips with and actually make work, I hope to have whet your appetite and left you wanting to know what to expect for the future in podcasting. If you are now hooked on new podcasting technologies, let Sam Sethi give you a taste of what could be to come, with a chat about the location tag and publisher feeds. In this ep...
Now that you understand what some of the Podcasting 2.0 features do, it's time to learn a little about how they get there! Sam Sethi joins me to explain more about the RSS feed, tags, the namespace and the Podcast Standards Project. Find podcasting resources , links and extra listening at Creativityfound.co.uk/podcasting Disclaimer Things change. Technologies improve. What is discussed in this episode is correct as of time of episode release. Support the show You can financially support Podcasti...
How to deposit 'real' money to the TrueFans and Fountain podcast apps so you have funds for boosting and streaming should you want them. You'll also learn how creators can withdraw funds they've received from lovely fans. Tasks: Top up your TrueFans wallet. Open a Strike account. Deposit funds to your Fountain wallet. Withdraw funds from your Fountain wallet. Find podcasting resources , links and extra listening at Creativityfound.co.uk/podcasting Disclaimer Things change. Technologies improve. ...
Now you've got the hang of sending micropayments to podcasts through boosts, super comments or by streaming, perhaps you'd like to top up your digital wallet with money so you can continue with all that good work of supporting creators? PLUS, when listeners send micropayments to podcasters they build up in your digital wallet for you to use to support other shows, or to take out as actual money you can spend in a shop! In this episode we look at your wallet options within TrueFans and Fountain, ...
Learn how to stream payments per minute to creators, including setting the amount you want to pay on an episode-by-episode basis or as a default payment for all the podcasts you listen to. Tasks: Turn streaming on and off on modern listening apps. See what episodes have been streamed. Set an amount to pay per minute on an episode-by-episode basis. Set default streaming per-minute-payment amounts in some apps. Find podcasting resources , links and extra listening at Creativityfound.co.uk/podcasti...
You can support any podcast by paying small amounts per minute of listening time by enabling the streaming option in Podcasting 2.0 listening apps. Fountain.fm's Oscar Merry joins me to explain how this support mechanism works, and how it can make a big difference to the creators you love without making a big hole in your pocket. Find podcasting resources , links and extra listening at Creativityfound.co.uk/podcasting Disclaimer Things change. Technologies improve. What is discussed in this epis...
Learn how to send boosts, comments, and super comments – without dipping in to your own physical wallet, yet – to deserving creators. Tasks: Locate boost/comment/super comment options on modern listening apps. Open a wallet within Fountain or TrueFans. Earn a few 'freebie' sats. Set default boost/super comment amounts. Find podcasting resources , links and extra listening at Creativityfound.co.uk/podcasting Disclaimer Things change. Technologies improve. What is discussed in this episode is corr...
Listeners and podcasters connect: a case study. This is the story of how I communicated and became friends with the hosts of Buzzcast and Podnews Weekly Review (my favourite podcasts about podcasting) by commenting on the shows through boosts. Find podcasting resources , links and extra listening at Creativityfound.co.uk/podcasting Disclaimer Things change. Technologies improve. What is discussed in this episode is correct as of time of episode release. Support the show You can financially suppo...
Gift micropayments (small amounts of money of your choosing) to the podcasts you love without leaving your modern podcast app. Boosts (we'll talk about streaming too soon!) are in-app payments that also serve as a discovery mechanism for shows. These micropayments, enabled by Bitcoin – which can be converted into local currencies – not only enhance the monetization potential for podcasters but also increase visibility for their content. By sharing boosts, listeners can let their networks know ab...
If we want podcast apps and hosting companies to implement the features we like, we need to communicate our needs directly—after all, they’re not mind readers! From simple feedback to organized group requests, we can encourage these platforms to embrace the Podcasting 2.0 features that we believe are beneficial to all. Persistence is key; by continually advocating for our needs, we can influence the uptake of 2.0 technology. So, let’s get proactive and show them we care about the features that m...
Let's look at the ways you can start tapping into the potential of podroll, even though the name and implementation of this feature are a bit up in the air!!! Tasks: Locate the podroll recommendations for Podcasting 2.0 in Practice Claim your show in TrueFans Add your own podroll recommendations in TrueFans See how Spotify does something similar – but not as good 😊 Add your own podroll recommendations with your hosting company Find podcasting resources , links and extra listening at Creativityf...
Recommend podcasts you value to your listeners and share the love. With podroll, creators can curate a list of shows that align with their content and audience interests. In this episode, Buzzsprout's Jordan Blair details how the 2.0 podroll feature can enhance discoverability and foster a sense of community among podcasters. We discuss practical ways to implement it, and get excited about its capacity to foster collaboration among podcasters, encouraging us to think creatively about our content...
This episode explores how to locate and use transcripts and chapters within Apple Podcasts. It covers finding transcripts in show notes, using the speech bubble icon for word-by-word reading, understanding the difference between legacy and 2.0 chapters, and instructing Apple Podcasts to display user-provided transcripts.
James Cridland discusses Apple's integration of transcripts into their podcast platform, emphasizing the control podcasters have through Podcasting 2.0. He highlights the importance of high-quality, accurate transcripts for accessibility and legal compliance, advocating for the use of VTT files for enhanced features. Cridland also explains how Apple's system works and its safeguards against misuse, urging podcasters to take ownership of their transcripts.
This episode provides a tutorial for podcasters on how to manually add chapter markers to their audio files using various podcast hosting platforms like Captivate, Buzzsprout, and rss.com. It also describes a podcast startup sanity check offered by the host.
This episode of Podcasting 2.0 in Practice provides a homework assignment covering transcripts in podcasts. It guides listeners on how to find and search transcripts within various podcast apps like Pocket Casts, Fountain, True Fans, and Podcast Guru. For podcasters, it details how to create transcripts using AI platforms and how to upload them to hosting services like Buzzsprout, Captivate, and RSS.com.
Ellie Rubinstein from Pocket Casts discusses the importance of podcast transcripts for accessibility, discoverability, and creator control. She highlights how transcripts enhance SEO, enable semantic search, and allow creators to maintain authenticity by correcting AI-generated text. The episode also touches on future plans for Podcasting 2.0 features.
Learn exactly how to donate money to your favourite shows using the funding feature on modern podcast apps, and, as a podcaster, how to set up this feature with your hosting company so your listeners can financially support you. Task: Listeners Find the funding symbol on some of the popular 2.0 listening apps. Task: Podcasters Set up your own funding link using hosts' inbuilt subscription offerings or by linking to your own payment page. Tell your listeners how they can financially support you u...
How the funding feature within Podcasting 2.0 streamlines listener support for podcasters. Captivate's Danny Brown explains how the funding model enhances interactivity by making it easier for fans to contribute financially, whether it’s through Patreon, Buy Me a Coffee, or direct payments. The conversation emphasizes the importance of reducing barriers between listeners and podcasters, allowing for various payment options that cater to individual preferences. Claire and Danny also discuss pract...
Look into the future as Daniel J. Lewis tells us all about super chapters and they potential they offer podcasters and podcast listeners. Earn some imaginary extra credit as you learn how super chapters could enable podcasters to incorporate polls, image galleries, and even formatted text blocks directly into their episodes. This innovation aims to enhance listener interaction by allowing them to engage with content, such as swiping through images or clicking on links, all while enjoying the aud...
Claire explores how to find and navigate podcast chapters within various podcast listening apps. She provides specific instructions for apps like Fountain, Truefans, Podcast Guru and Pocket Casts, and highlights the benefits of using chapter images and links. The episode also mentions resources for learning more about podcasting 2.0 features.
