Ever wondered how AI can lend a helping hand in podcasting? Stay tuned as we unfurl the fascinating features of Buzzsprout's new AI assistant, Co-Host - a revolutionary tool that can significantly streamline your podcasting process, and even add transcripts to your episodes! We'll shed light on the cost of incorporating this innovation into your Buzzsprout package and examine the progress of the Podcast Standards Project. Get ready for a treat this week as we introduce Podhome, an intelligent pl...
Nov 10, 2023•1 hr 33 min•Season 2Ep. 47
The new features of RSS Blue for music podcasters and how they can leverage this platform to monetize their art - and lots more! Send James & Sam a message Support the show Connect With Us: Email: [email protected] Fediverse: @[email protected] and @[email protected] Support us: www.buzzsprout.com/1538779/support Get Podnews: podnews.net...
Nov 03, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Season 2Ep. 46
Sam and James chat about Spotify's surprise profit; and we interview Caloroga Shark Media, a company producing short-form podcasts. Send James & Sam a message Support the show Connect With Us: Email: [email protected] Fediverse: @[email protected] and @[email protected] Support us: www.buzzsprout.com/1538779/support Get Podnews: podnews.net...
Oct 27, 2023•1 hr 18 min•Season 2Ep. 45
Buzzsprout's AI writes: "Get ready to unravel the power of YouTube in the podcasting realm with none other than @GeneBean, a part-time podcaster and home automation enthusiast. This episode is all about the major shake-ups and surprising insights in the podcasting industry with the massive entry of YouTube. Join us as we decipher the new rules of YouTube's podcasting game where advertising takes a back seat and hear from Gene about his intriguing journey into podcasting. We're also privileged to...
Oct 20, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Season 2Ep. 44
We talk with Todd Cochrane of Blubrry about the last 19 years of podcasting, and the future. Send James & Sam a message Support the show Connect With Us: Email: [email protected] Fediverse: @[email protected] and @[email protected] Support us: www.buzzsprout.com/1538779/support Get Podnews: podnews.net...
Oct 13, 2023•1 hr 36 min•Season 2Ep. 43
Revel in the thrill of the ever-evolving podcasting industry! Brace yourself for an exciting episode as we dive into Spotify's latest news including the introduction of audiobooks and time synced transcripts to their platform. We'll also discuss Google's grand departure and the buzz surrounding the British and Australian Podcast Awards. This is your one-stop-shop for all the latest in podcasting! Turn your attention to the north as we venture into a critical discussion on Canada's new podcast re...
Oct 06, 2023•54 min•Season 2Ep. 42
Google Podcasts to close; too soon? Plus Melissa Kiesche, Senior Vice President at Edison Research, who unveils the meticulous process behind gathering listener data, providing us with a fresh perspective on the US and UK podcast charts and some exclusive data. And, we'll take a sobering look at the potential dangers linked to headphone usage - a topic every podcaster should be aware of. Send James & Sam a message Support the show Connect With Us: Email: [email protected] Fediverse: @james@...
Sep 29, 2023•30 min•Season 2Ep. 41
Ready to elevate your podcasting knowledge? Our latest episode is a deep dive into the evolving world of Apple Podcasts and Acast, promising to enhance your understanding of the industry's latest developments. We explore Apple's new Episode Art feature in their iOS 17 update and discuss the layoffs at Sony Music's podcast division. What's the buzz about Acast's strategic decision to not accept campaigns using Spotify's ad analytics? We unpack Acast's newly formed partnership with PodScribe and d...
Sep 22, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Season 2Ep. 40
Good news from podcasting as downloads are up; and Podcast One gets onto the NASDAQ. Plus, we've an interview with Naomi Mellor, and for some reason, start talking about Bruno Brookes. Send James & Sam a message Support the show Connect With Us: Email: [email protected] Fediverse: @[email protected] and @[email protected] Support us: www.buzzsprout.com/1538779/support Get Podnews: podnews.net...
Sep 15, 2023•57 min•Season 2Ep. 39
In the chapters (use them!) Every industry has its rising stars, and ours is no different. Meet Ainsley Costello, the 19-year-old independent artist who is brilliantly navigating the modern music industry and the new value for value trend. Costello gets real about her experiences, the pushback from the music industry, and her own unique take on the future of music as she ventures into the crypto space. We also hear from Wavlake's Sam Mean. Greg Glenday, Acast's new Chief Business Officer, also t...
Sep 08, 2023•1 hr 36 min•Season 2Ep. 38
(This is mostly written by Buzzsprout's CoHost AI tool) Ready to unravel the mysteries of YouTube's support for RSS? Join us, James Cridland and Sam Sethi, as we navigate the intricate maze of open-standard and proprietary RSS, dissecting how these could shape the future of podcasting. We also offer a glimpse into Spotify's latest offerings for podcasters and Apple's Enhanced Analytics for paid subscriptions. And, just for fun, we discuss the World Series of Important Americans in podcasting (at...
Sep 01, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Season 2Ep. 37
Live from the show floor at Podcast Movement 2023, in Denver, CO. Guests are Todd Cochrane, CEO, Blubrry Rob Greenlee, SteamYard and Nomono Anne Kavanaugh, OSSA Collective Sam Sethi is away this week, probably doing something with a dog. This episode was first heard on The New Media Show Send James & Sam a message Support the show Connect With Us: Email: [email protected] Fediverse: @[email protected] and @[email protected] Support us: www.buzzsprout.com/1538779/support Get Podnew...
Aug 25, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Season 2Ep. 36
Ever wondered how changes in the podcasting landscape can revolutionize your content creation? Imagine driving your podcast to new heights using innovative technologies and groundbreaking integrations. Join us on this enlightening journey as we dissect pivotal issues such as Glenn Beck's show removal from Apple Podcasts and dive into the thrilling acquisition of Squadcast by Descript. Our esteemed guests, including Alex Gates, Cameron from ifuf'sIPFS Podcasting, Jay LeBoeuf from Descript, and Za...
Aug 18, 2023•1 hr 56 min•Season 2Ep. 36
Good news, bad news - financials sound good, consumption doesn’t The Russians are coming And advanced audience demographics for podcasts Plus, Live One’s Rob Ellin on the future of Kast Media, Podcast One, and more Go listen to Kyrin's show, Mere Mortals, here: https://podnews.net/podcast/i7thv For the full interview with Rob Ellin, find it at https://podcastbusinessjournal.com Send James & Sam a message Support the show Connect With Us: Email: [email protected] Fediverse: @[email protected]...
Aug 11, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Season 2Ep. 35
(This was initially produced by Buzzsprout's AI) Join us on a thrilling exploration featuring none other than the 'Podfather' himself, Adam Curry. He pulls back the curtain on his groundbreaking podcast, Boostagram Ball, revealing the intricate dance of the music industry, and the essential role of an API for podcast developers. You'll get the skinny on how listeners can use the Lightning Network and Keysend to directly back their favorite artists. Intriguing, isn't it? Venture further with us a...
Aug 04, 2023•1 hr 16 min•Season 2Ep. 34
(This episode description originally from Buzzsprout's AI service) This week, we unpack the rollercoaster ride of Spotify's stocks, despite their active users and subscribers climbing higher. We'll clue you in on the details of contracts being cut, massive staff layoffs and how it's all shaking up the podcast operations. The data-driven approach by Daniel Eck on Spotify's future strategy will surely make your ears perk up. We're bringing in an industry powerhouse, Rebecca Sananès, to share her i...
Jul 28, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Season 2Ep. 33
Ever wonder how the world of international podcasting operates? Get ready to demystify it with us, as we delve into YouTube's global podcast expansion (or not, as the case may be). We'll be joined by the brains behind Telling Media, Christiana Brenton and Georgie Holt, who'll share their innovative performance marketing strategies and how they plan to disrupt the UK market to deliver better results for direct-to-consumer brands. The intriguing intricacies of podcasting don't end there. Tune in a...
Jul 21, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Season 2Ep. 32
(This description produced by Buzzsprout's CoHost AI tool) Guess what? Podcasting is celebrating its 20th anniversary and I have the honor of discussing this milestone with none other than Rob Greenlee, one of the first podcasters in the world! Rob shares his views on the journey of podcasting, the role of commercialization and the significance of major companies in the industry. And there's more - we also get nostalgic about the genesis of podcasting with the pioneer himself, Christopher Lydon,...
Jul 14, 2023•1 hr 13 min•Season 2Ep. 31
(This produced by Buzzsprout's CoHost AI tool) Leave a comment about this episode: https://podcastindex.social/@samsethi/110673314068746651 Ever wonder how the world of podcasting is being reshaped by tech and AI? Join us as we dive into the intricacies of the podcasting industry, dissecting intriguing data from OP3 that highlights the dominance of Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Apple Core Media. We'll also discuss an astonishing revelation from an Acast study: 79% of podcast listeners are at ease...
Jul 07, 2023•1 hr 16 min•Season 2Ep. 30
(This description mostly by Buzzsprout's CoHost AI) Are you ready to get the inside scoop on the world of podcasting? We're shedding light on the closure of Stitcher, a pioneering podcast app, and its ripple effects, particularly on listeners outside the US. We're venturing back to the app's beginnings, and its unique user experience. Sirius XM's future plans for the Stitcher brand also feature in our conversation. In the same breath, we turn our sights to the evolution of podcast advertising. A...
Jun 30, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Season 2Ep. 30
Ever wondered how Facebook fares in the podcast platform rankings? This week's episode is packed with the latest podcasting news, featuring discussions on Spotify's new Supremium tier, the redesigned desktop app, and their controversial partnership with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. Join me, James Cridland, the editor of Pod News, and my co-host, Sam Sethi, CEO of Podfans, as we unravel the mysteries of podcast consumer behavior, explore Apple's enhanced search, and dive deep into Acast's laun...
Jun 23, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Season 2Ep. 30
(The below is AI generated) What if you could access exclusive insights on the latest podcasting developments, straight from the industry's experts? Join us this week as we sit down with Skye Pillsbury, creator of the Squeeze newsletter, to uncover the most recent news in the podcasting world, including Spotify's exciting new Ad Analytics platform and a closer look at WNYC's recent challenges. Together with Skye, we explore podcast monetization with a focus on Spotify's efforts in Asia, as well ...
Jun 16, 2023•56 min•Season 2Ep. 30
What if you had insider access to the latest in podcasting news, trends, and expert insights? Look no further! This week, we bring you an action-packed episode featuring exclusive interviews with Mukul Devichand from the New York Times, Bradley Davis of PodChaser, Josh Adley of Listen, and Staffan Rossell of PodX. Together, we dissect the impact of Spotify's job cuts, their exclusive content strategy, and explore the future of podcasting. Curious about how artificial intelligence is revolutioniz...
Jun 09, 2023•1 hr 31 min•Season 2Ep. 29
(The title, description and transcript are by Buzzsprout's AI tools. The chapter marks were manual - J) Are you ready to tackle the controversial topic of gaslighting in the podcast industry? This week, we discuss the actions of major players like Google, Apple, and Spotify, and examine their lack of support for the wider podcast community. We also share our thoughts on the recent Podcast Show in London and the disappointment surrounding YouTube's RSS ingest trial. We don't shy away from discuss...
Jun 02, 2023•1 hr 28 min•Season 2Ep. 28
Special guest: the audience Live from The Podcast Show, Sam and James look back at the week's podcasting news. Send James & Sam a message Support the show Connect With Us: Email: [email protected] Fediverse: @[email protected] and @[email protected] Support us: www.buzzsprout.com/1538779/support Get Podnews: podnews.net...
May 26, 2023•40 min•Season 2Ep. 27
Special Guests: Mark Asquith - Captivate Oscar Merry - Fountain Martin Mouritzen - Podfriend News: The New York Times released its standalone Audio app Spotify’s AI DJ launches in UK and Ireland The US podcast ad market is now worth $1.8bn, according to new data from the IAB and PWC . The IAB predicts the market will be $3.9bn by 2025. Buzzsprout has enlarged its podcast advertising tool to allow ads from products and businesses . The Diary Of A CEO is now streaming on BBC iPlayer! Good Tape is ...
May 19, 2023•2 hr 28 min•Season 2Ep. 26
Special Guests: Rob Lowenthal - Spotify/Megaphone Sharon Taylor - Triton Digital Darby Dorras - Listen Tom Billington - The Podcast Show News: Acast released Q1/23 financials . Acast now hosts more than 100K registered podcasts globally and they’ve also exceeded 100mn monthly unique listeners. They have now paid more than $250 million out to their creators since Acast began. Amazon Music is paying some Australian listeners AUD$5 (USD$3.39) in vouchers just for listening to a podcast on the platf...
May 12, 2023•1 hr 36 min•Season 2Ep. 25
Special Guests: Chris Quamme Rhoden on Acast's work in the Podcast Standards Project. Nick Hilton talks about host reads. News: Spotify for Podcasters posted its second-highest share of new episodes , growing 13% since January. Spotify for Podcasters is rolling out the company’s monetisation programs, Automated Ads and Ambassador Ads , to more countries. Podcast ad spending grew by 32% last year in the UK , according to the IAB. Let’s change the standard for host-read advertising , says Nick Hil...
May 05, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Season 2Ep. 24
Special Guests Ami Thakkar - The Podcast Academy, Board Member Staffan Rosell - PodX Group, CEO & Co-Founder News: YouTube Music now has podcasts - on the website version only for now . Spotify released its Q1/23 financial report . Spotify’s strongest Q1 since going public in 2018. The big headline: it surpassed 500M monthly active listeners (now at 515M) and 210m premium subscribers. Podcast revenue grew by nearly 20%. The Podcast Survey 2023 has been released by Ofcom, the UK media regulat...
Apr 28, 2023•1 hr 21 min•Season 2Ep. 23
Special Guests: Steven Bell Elisa Shearer News: Spotify is stopping platform exclusivity for some of its Gimlet shows Starting on June 1, Chartable will no longer provide confirmed plays and episode consumption data from Apple Podcasts Spotify has also announced it’s closing Heardle Spotify has struck a deal with Jellysmack , the creator company that works with stars like MrBeast and Bailey Sarian, that will see some of Jellysmack’s top creators uploading weekly video episodes to Spotify Author ...
Apr 22, 2023•1 hr 45 min•Season 2Ep. 22
