The last word in podcasting news.
Every Friday, James Cridland and Sam Sethi review the week's top stories from Podnews; and interview some of the biggest names making the news.
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James is joined this week by Dave Jones of the Podcast Index. https://podcastindex.org/ Send James & Sam a message Support the show Connect With Us: Email: weekly@podnews.net Fediverse: @james@bne.social and @samsethi@podcastindex.social Support us: www.buzzsprout.com/1538779/support Get Podnews: podnews.net...
We talk with Wondercraft AI's Oskar Serrander, and Sam and James talk about the week's news in podcasting. Also, something fun from Buzzsprout. Send James & Sam a message Support the show Connect With Us: Email: weekly@podnews.net Fediverse: @james@bne.social and @samsethi@podcastindex.social Support us: www.buzzsprout.com/1538779/support Get Podnews: podnews.net...
We discuss Rob and Elsie's criticism of Podcasting 2.0; the Digital Markets Act in Europe and what that means for podcasting; and Alby's outage. (This is a re-upload without 30 minutes of silence, d'oh) Send James & Sam a message Support the show Connect With Us: Email: weekly@podnews.net Fediverse: @james@bne.social and @samsethi@podcastindex.social Support us: www.buzzsprout.com/1538779/support Get Podnews: podnews.net...
We speak with Andy Goldsmith from Adelicious; Sam starts singing old 1980s TV commercials; and has a bit of a rant about some data. Send James & Sam a message Support the show Connect With Us: Email: weekly@podnews.net Fediverse: @james@bne.social and @samsethi@podcastindex.social Support us: www.buzzsprout.com/1538779/support Get Podnews: podnews.net...
Step into the future of podcasting with us as we unwrap the latest industry shifts and ponder whether tracking total listening hours trumps download counts. We're joined by Kevin Smith, CEO and co-founder of Snipd, for an exclusive look at his AI-driven app that's changing the way we listen to podcasts. Send James & Sam a message Support the show Connect With Us: Email: weekly@podnews.net Fediverse: @james@bne.social and @samsethi@podcastindex.social Support us: www.buzzsprout.com/...
James and Sam look back at our predictions for 2023. How many did we get right? We also look at our highlights and lowlights of the year. Then, we give our predictions for 2024! At least one of them won't come as a surprise. We're back next week - 12th January 2024 - with our first full show of the year. Send James & Sam a message Support the show Connect With Us: Email: weekly@podnews.net Fediverse: @james@bne.social and @samsethi@podcastindex.social Support us: www.buzzsprout.com...
Highlights of 2023, and predictions for 2024, from our friends. Including: Jennifer Han from Ausha Brett Spencer from City University of London Mark Asquith from Captivate Dave Jones from the Podcast Index Lauren Passell from Tink Media Skye Pillsbury from The Squeeze Arielle Nissenblatt from Descript Sandy Warr from City University of London Lizzy Pollott from Acast Melissa Kiesche from Edison Research Kathy Doyle Elsie Escobar from Libsyn Nayeema Raza from Vox Media Memo Nuñez from RSS.com Kyr...
Ever considered what your attention is worth when you indulge in the latest podcast episode? You might just find out as we compare the value of podcast content with the likes of Netflix and Spotify, suggesting a fair satoshi range that listeners could shell out per minute of audio bliss. With podcasting's landscape constantly shifting, we're joined by Edward Brawer, CEO of Podcast AI, to delve into how automation and AI tools are spicing up content creation and answering listener queri...
We look at the layoffs and show cancellations at the TWiT network; and at Paul Vogel's departure from Spotify. Plus, Ainsley Costello and JL about a live concert - and right at the end, Sam Sethi has news about Podfans. Send James & Sam a message Support the show Connect With Us: Email: weekly@podnews.net Fediverse: @james@bne.social and @samsethi@podcastindex.social Support us: www.buzzsprout.com/1538779/support Get Podnews: podnews.net...
(description from Buzzsprout's CoHost AI feature) Can you imagine receiving a bill for using an image without a license? James doesn't have to imagine it, and he’s here to share his harrowing copyright enforcement encounter that could have major implications for all podcast directories globally. We also dare to dissect the recent turmoil at Spotify, a giant in the podcasting industry, grappling with workforce layoffs and the shuttering of popular podcasts. Special guest, Rachael King, ...
We talk to Anna Sian from Spotify; Christiana Cromer from Descript; and Neil Mody from Headliner. "Use the chapters, Luke." Send James & Sam a message Support the show Connect With Us: Email: weekly@podnews.net Fediverse: @james@bne.social and @samsethi@podcastindex.social Support us: www.buzzsprout.com/1538779/support Get Podnews: podnews.net...
We start with a dive into the stormy waves stirred up by Good Pods and the backlash against their AI-generated descriptions, our discussion provides a rich exploration of this hot topic. We're thrilled to be joined by Brendan Mulligan, the brain behind PodPage, who enlightens us on integrating podcasting 2.0 features, and Lisa Jacobs from AdResults Media, our expert guide on brand safety in podcast advertising. Send James & Sam a message Support the show Connect With Us: Email: weekly@p...
Ever wonder how a podcast episode gets broadcasted live? Alberto Betella, co-founder of RSSCom, will let you in on the secret from the recent Podcom MX event in Mexico. We'll traverse the exciting challenges and triumphs of using the live item tag for broadcasting in the first podcasting-only event live-streamed in Mexico. And that's not all, we'll also groove to the tunes of the music scene with Ainsley Costello, a 19-year-old singer-songwriter, who spills the beans about her upc...
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 inte...
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: weekly@podnews.net Fediverse: @james@bne.social and @samsethi@podcastindex.social Support us: www.buzzsprout.com/1538779/support Get Podnews: podnews.net...
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: weekly@podnews.net Fediverse: @james@bne.social and @samsethi@podcastindex.social Support us: www.buzzsprout.com/1538779/support Get Podnews: podnews.net...
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'r...
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: weekly@podnews.net Fediverse: @james@bne.social and @samsethi@podcastindex.social Support us: www.buzzsprout.com/1538779/support Get Podnews: podnews.net...
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&a...
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: weekly@podnews.net Fediverse: @j...
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 form...
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: weekly@podnews.net Fediverse: @james@bne.social and @samsethi@podcastindex.social Support us: www.buzzsprout.com/1538779/support Get Podnews: podnews.net...
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 Offic...
(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 America...
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: weekly@podnews.net Fediverse: @james@bne.social and @samsethi@podcastindex.social Support us: www.buzzsprout.com/1538779/support Get Podnew...
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 Descri...
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: weekly@podnews.net Fediverse: @james@bne.s...
(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? ...
(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, R...
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 ...
