539. Spotify Changes Podcast Analytics Again | Podcast News

Podcasting Morning Show | Podcast Advice from Real Podcasters

Jun 17, 2026•54 min•Season 1Ep. 539

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Episode description

The numbers behind your podcast can reveal a lot, but only when you know how to interpret them. In this episode, the morning show cast and crew discuss Spotify's latest platform updates, changing measurement standards, and what these shifts could mean for creators trying to better understand their audience. The conversation dives into podcast analytics, listener behavior, video consumption trends, sponsorship opportunities, and the ongoing challenge of measuring meaningful engagement. Here's the thing, bigger numbers don't always tell a bigger story. Sometimes the most valuable insights come from understanding how people connect with your content, not just how many people press play.

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