Podnews Weekly Review
236 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 days ago -The last word in podcasting news. Every Friday James Cridland (⚡[email protected] ) and Sam Sethi (⚡[email protected]) review and analyse the week's top podcasting news as covered on Podnews.
We also interview some of the biggest names in podcasting making the news.
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Episodes
FlightPath, the M&M Global Awards, and Max Cutler’s PAVE Studios
April 19, 2024 03:00 - 1 hour - 123 MB“This week, we sit down with Jeremy King of the M&M Global Awards and Sean Howard, CEO of Flight Path, to dissect the pulse of podcast advertising and data analysis,” the AI says. Lizzy Pollott from Acast is also interviewed with Jeremy. “Join us for a journey through the evolving world of podcasting where every voice has the potential to echo globally.” - although presumably you could edit out the echo if it’s on a separate track. Support the show Connect With Us: Email: weekly@podne...
Stephen Bartlett’s Flight Studio, Sheconomy and Media Disco
April 12, 2024 03:00 - 1 hour - 122 MBWe speak to Georgie and Christiana from Flight Studio, Steven Bartlett’s modest entry into the podcast space; James Allen of Media Disco and the dynamic Anu Bhardwaj of Sheconomy. Support the show Connect With Us: Email: [email protected] Twitter: @jamescridland / @podnews and @samsethi / @joinpodfans Lightning/NOSTR: ⚡[email protected] and ⚡[email protected] Mastodon: @[email protected] and @[email protected] Support us: www.buzzsprout.com/1538779/support Get Podnew...
Stephen Bartlett’s Flight Studio, SHEQONOMI and Media Disco
April 12, 2024 03:00 - 1 hour - 122 MBWe speak to Georgie and Christiana from Flight Studio, Steven Bartlett’s modest entry into the podcast space; James Allen of Media Disco and the dynamic Anu Bhardwaj of SHEQONOMI. Support the show Connect With Us: Email: [email protected] Twitter: @jamescridland / @podnews and @samsethi / @joinpodfans Lightning/NOSTR: ⚡[email protected] and ⚡[email protected] Mastodon: @[email protected] and @[email protected] Support us: www.buzzsprout.com/1538779/support Get Podn...
Sam's working for the Podcast Standard Project. Plus, YouTube at Evolutions
April 05, 2024 02:00 - 1 hour - 94.4 MBSam and James also talk mowPod and plenty of other bits about the week's news. If you get value from this show, give us value - share this show, or send some sats! Support the show Connect With Us: Email: [email protected] Twitter: @jamescridland / @podnews and @samsethi / @joinpodfans Lightning/NOSTR: ⚡[email protected] and ⚡[email protected] Mastodon: @[email protected] and @[email protected] Support us: www.buzzsprout.com/1538779/support Get Podnews: podnews.net
From Podcast Movement Evolutions: the Podnews Report Card and the Indian podcast market
March 29, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour - 97.7 MBWe're live in Los Angeles - and we interview Gautam Raj Anand from Hubhopper about podcasting in India. Support the show Connect With Us: Email: [email protected] Twitter: @jamescridland / @podnews and @samsethi / @joinpodfans Lightning/NOSTR: ⚡[email protected] and ⚡[email protected] Mastodon: @[email protected] and @[email protected] Support us: www.buzzsprout.com/1538779/support Get Podnews: podnews.net
Todd Cochrane; Mike Kadin; and BBC podcasts
March 22, 2024 15:00 - 1 hour - 127 MBWe interview Blubrry's Todd Cochrane about his new Vid2Pod tool; and chat with RedCircle's Mike Kadin about OpenRAP. Plus, the BBC's podcast strategy. Support the show Connect With Us: Email: [email protected] Twitter: @jamescridland / @podnews and @samsethi / @joinpodfans Lightning/NOSTR: ⚡[email protected] and ⚡[email protected] Mastodon: @[email protected] and @[email protected] Support us: www.buzzsprout.com/1538779/support Get Podnews: podnews.net
Evan Prodromou on ActivityPub; Gretchen Smith on Ad Results Media
March 16, 2024 12:00 - 1 hour - 122 MBWe interview Evan Prodromou on ActivityPub - and catch up with Gretchen Smith from Ad Results Media about ARM Pro. James also helpfully wades into the "preloading audio" argument that's consumed podcastindex.social over the last week. Support the show Connect With Us: Email: [email protected] Twitter: @jamescridland / @podnews and @samsethi / @joinpodfans Lightning/NOSTR: ⚡[email protected] and ⚡[email protected] Mastodon: @[email protected] and @[email protected] Suppo...
Puskhin's future with Gretta Cohn, Buzzsprout's iOS app with Alban Brooke, and Apple's transcripts
March 08, 2024 03:00 - 1 hour - 112 MBIn the chapters today... Sam chats with Gretta Cohn about Pushkin's future plans James chats with Alban Brooke about Buzzsprout's iOS app Apple's transcripts, and YouTube Music's firings Support the show Connect With Us: Email: [email protected] Twitter: @jamescridland / @podnews and @samsethi / @joinpodfans Lightning/NOSTR: ⚡[email protected] and ⚡[email protected] Mastodon: @[email protected] and @[email protected] Support us: www.buzzsprout.com/1538779/support G...
Pushkin's future with Gretta Cohn, Buzzsprout's iOS app with Alban Brooke, and Apple's transcripts
March 08, 2024 03:00 - 1 hour - 112 MBIn the chapters today... Sam chats with Gretta Cohn about Pushkin's future plans James chats with Alban Brooke about Buzzsprout's iOS app Apple's transcripts, and YouTube Music's firings Support the show Connect With Us: Email: [email protected] Twitter: @jamescridland / @podnews and @samsethi / @joinpodfans Lightning/NOSTR: ⚡[email protected] and ⚡[email protected] Mastodon: @[email protected] and @[email protected] Support us: www.buzzsprout.com/1538779/support G...
Podcast Search Optimisation, new IAB guidelines, and a special Aussie gift
March 01, 2024 05:00 - 56 minutes - 77 MBWe talk: Podcast Search Optimisation, New IAB guidelines Court cases, and lots more Support the show Connect With Us: Email: [email protected] Twitter: @jamescridland / @podnews and @samsethi / @joinpodfans Lightning/NOSTR: ⚡[email protected] and ⚡[email protected] Mastodon: @[email protected] and @[email protected] Support us: www.buzzsprout.com/1538779/support Get Podnews: podnews.net
The Art of Audio Advertising; and Sam visits Brisbane
February 23, 2024 04:00 - 1 hour - 102 MBJames and Sam are at The Pod in Brisbane - https://edgestudio.productions/the-pod/ - to cover what's been going on this week in podcasting. This week - an interview with Stew Redwine on what makes a good podcast ad; Anthony Nwaneri on his podcast Why Your Podcast Isn't Growing - and Sam gets some rants off his chest. Buckle up! Support the show Connect With Us: Email: [email protected] Twitter: @jamescridland / @podnews and @samsethi / @joinpodfans Lightning/NOSTR: ⚡[email protected]...
The Locked On Network's strategy, new Podscribe data, and Acast in profit
February 16, 2024 01:00 - 51 minutes - 70.4 MBWhile Sam wanders around Australia, James interviews David Locke from the Locked On Podcast Network on how they use SMS to make more loyal listeners; and Amelia Coomber from Podscribe on new data for podcast advertising. Support the show Connect With Us: Email: [email protected] Twitter: @jamescridland / @podnews and @samsethi / @joinpodfans Lightning/NOSTR: ⚡[email protected] and ⚡[email protected] Mastodon: @[email protected] and @[email protected] Support us: www.buzz...
Triton Digital's 2023 Podcast Report; Podfest; and Spotify's new strategy
February 09, 2024 01:00 - 1 hour - 119 MBJames is joined this week by Dave Jones of the Podcast Index. https://podcastindex.org/ Support the show Connect With Us: Email: [email protected] Twitter: @jamescridland / @podnews and @samsethi / @joinpodfans Lightning/NOSTR: ⚡[email protected] and ⚡[email protected] Mastodon: @[email protected] and @[email protected] Support us: www.buzzsprout.com/1538779/support Get Podnews: podnews.net
Wondercraft AI's Oskar Serrander; Apple's transcripts, and more
February 02, 2024 02:00 - 1 hour - 129 MBWe talk with Wondercraft AI's Oskar Serrander, and Sam and James talk about the week's news in podcasting. Also, something fun from Buzzsprout. Support the show Connect With Us: Email: [email protected] Twitter: @jamescridland / @podnews and @samsethi / @joinpodfans Lightning/NOSTR: ⚡[email protected] and ⚡[email protected] Mastodon: @[email protected] and @[email protected] Support us: www.buzzsprout.com/1538779/support Get Podnews: podnews.net
Podcasting 2.0 criticism; Alby outage; and the EU's Digital Markets Act
January 26, 2024 03:00 - 57 minutes - 79.1 MBWe 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) Support the show Connect With Us: Email: [email protected] Twitter: @jamescridland / @podnews and @samsethi / @joinpodfans Lightning/NOSTR: ⚡[email protected] and ⚡[email protected] Mastodon: @[email protected] and @[email protected] Support us: www.buzzsprout.com/1538779...
Is advertising ageist? An interview with Adelicious; and what people want from podcast advertising
January 19, 2024 09:00 - 1 hour - 119 MBWe speak with Andy Goldsmith from Adelicious; Sam starts singing old 1980s TV commercials; and has a bit of a rant about some data. Support the show Connect With Us: Email: [email protected] Twitter: @jamescridland / @podnews and @samsethi / @joinpodfans Lightning/NOSTR: ⚡[email protected] and ⚡[email protected] Mastodon: @[email protected] and @[email protected] Support us: www.buzzsprout.com/1538779/support Get Podnews: podnews.net
Interview with Kevin Smith of Snipd; and seemingly a bad news special?
January 12, 2024 03:00 - 1 hour - 139 MBStep 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. Support the show Connect With Us: Email: [email protected] Twitter: @jamescridland / @podnews and @samsethi / @joinpodfans Lightning/NOSTR: ⚡[email protected] and ⚡[email protected] ...
James and Sam revisit podcasting in 2023; and give our predictions for 2024
January 05, 2024 01:00 - 59 minutes - 81.2 MBJames 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. Support the show Connect With Us: Email: [email protected] Twitter: @jamescridland / @podnews and @samsethi / @joinpodfans Lightning/NOSTR: ⚡[email protected] and ⚡[email protected] ...
2023's highlights, and 2024's predictions from our friends
December 29, 2023 01:00 - 40 minutes - 55.1 MBHighlights 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.co...
PodcastAI; Fountain; Podcast Guru; and Apple's effect on downloads
December 22, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 138 MBEver 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 queries wit...
TWiT Layoffs, Ainsley Costello and Just Loud, and a bombshell
December 15, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 98.7 MBWe 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. Support the show Connect With Us: Email: [email protected] Twitter: @jamescridland / @podnews and @samsethi / @joinpodfans Lightning/NOSTR: ⚡[email protected] and ⚡[email protected] Mastodon: @[email protected] and @[email protected] Support us: www.buzz...
Copyright claims, Spotify's job losses, Pod People and Podgagement
December 08, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 122 MB(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, CEO...
The podcast app that will skip the ads for you; plus Spotify's Wrapped, YouTube and Descript
December 01, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 144 MBWe talk to Anna Sian from Spotify; Christiana Cromer from Descript; and Neil Mody from Headliner. "Use the chapters, Luke." Support the show Connect With Us: Email: [email protected] Twitter: @jamescridland / @podnews and @samsethi / @joinpodfans Lightning/NOSTR: ⚡[email protected] and ⚡[email protected] Mastodon: @[email protected] and @[email protected] Support us: www.buzzsprout.com/1538779/support Get Podnews: podnews.net
Brendan Mulligan and Lisa Jacobs
November 24, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 123 MBWe 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. Support the show Connect With Us: Email: [email protected] Twitter: @james...
Live Streaming at Podcon MX with Alberto Betella; and Ainsley Costello
November 17, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 104 MBEver 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 upcoming event...
Exploring Buzzsprout with Tom Rossi and Podhome with Barry Luijbregts
November 10, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 128 MBEver 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 intellig...
Unveiling RSS Blue for Music Podcasters and the double-winner at the Independent Podcast Awards
November 03, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 99.2 MBThe new features of RSS Blue for music podcasters and how they can leverage this platform to monetize their art - and lots more! Support the show Connect With Us: Email: [email protected] Twitter: @jamescridland / @podnews and @samsethi / @joinpodfans Lightning/NOSTR: ⚡[email protected] and ⚡[email protected] Mastodon: @[email protected] and @[email protected] Support us: www.buzzsprout.com/1538779/support Get Podnews: podnews.net
Inside Caloroga Shark Media; and Spotify is back in black
October 27, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 107 MBSam and James chat about Spotify's surprise profit; and we interview Caloroga Shark Media, a company producing short-form podcasts. Support the show Connect With Us: Email: [email protected] Twitter: @jamescridland / @podnews and @samsethi / @joinpodfans Lightning/NOSTR: ⚡[email protected] and ⚡[email protected] Mastodon: @[email protected] and @[email protected] Support us: www.buzzsprout.com/1538779/support Get Podnews: podnews.net
Gene Liverman joins us, with Steve Goldstein and Jay Nachlis revealing more about YouTube and podcasting
October 20, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 87.3 MBBuzzsprout'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 privile...
Todd Cochrane's 19th year of podcasting
October 13, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 131 MBWe talk with Todd Cochrane of Blubrry about the last 19 years of podcasting, and the future. Support the show Connect With Us: Email: [email protected] Twitter: @jamescridland / @podnews and @samsethi / @joinpodfans Lightning/NOSTR: ⚡[email protected] and ⚡[email protected] Mastodon: @[email protected] and @[email protected] Support us: www.buzzsprout.com/1538779/support Get Podnews: podnews.net
Spotify's audiobooks, Canada's regulation, and Sam at the British Podcast Awards
October 06, 2023 03:00 - 53 minutes - 73.9 MBRevel 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 podca...
Exclusive Edison Podcast Metrics UK data; and the dangers of headphones
September 29, 2023 00:00 - 30 minutes - 41.5 MBGoogle 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. Support the show Connect With Us: Email: [email protected] Twitter: @jamescridland / @podnews an...
Ross Adams from Acast; Pete Birsinger from Podscribe; and the last word in podcasting news
September 22, 2023 03:00 - 1 hour - 96.7 MBReady 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 ...
Naomi Mellor on the International Women's Podcast Awards, and PodcastOne on the NASDAQ
September 15, 2023 01:00 - 56 minutes - 77.8 MBGood 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. Support the show Connect With Us: Email: [email protected] Twitter: @jamescridland / @podnews and @samsethi / @joinpodfans Lightning/NOSTR: ⚡[email protected] and ⚡[email protected] Mastodon: @[email protected] and @[email protected] Support us: www.buzzsprout.com/1538779/support Get P...
Ainsley Costello and Sam Mean on music in podcasting; Greg Glenday, Acast's new Chief Business Officer
September 08, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 131 MBIn 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,...
YouTube's RSS Support, and Transcribe.FM with Nathan Gathright
September 01, 2023 02:00 - 1 hour - 97.2 MB(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 podcastin...
Live from Podcast Movement with the New Media Show
August 25, 2023 22:00 - 1 hour - 89.8 MBLive 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 Support the show Connect With Us: Email: [email protected] Twitter: @jamescridland / @podnews and @samsethi / @joinpodfans Lightning/NOSTR: ⚡[email protected] and ⚡[email protected] Mastodon: @...
SquadCast acquired by Descript and IPFS podcasting
August 18, 2023 03:00 - 1 hour - 160 MBEver 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, ...
With Kyrin Down - Russia's fight with Apple Podcasts, and good news/bad news
August 11, 2023 03:00 - 1 hour - 88.1 MBGood 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 Support the show Connect With Us: Email: [email protected] Twitter: @jamescridland / @podnews and @sam...
Exploring the 'Podfather' Adam Curry's Boostagram Ball: and the British Podcast Awards Controversy
August 04, 2023 03:00 - 1 hour - 105 MB(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 wit...
Spotify's financials, and Rebecca Sananès on her career and working with Harry and Meghan
July 28, 2023 02:00 - 1 hour - 103 MB(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...
Telling Media's Christiana Brenton and Georgie Holt; plus C-18 in Canada and Audioboom's results
July 21, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 104 MBEver 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...
Celebrating 20 Years of Podcasting with Rob Greenlee and Christopher Lydon
July 14, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 50.3 MB(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 L...
Libsyn's John W Gibbons, and Android's fragmentation
July 07, 2023 03:00 - 1 hour - 52.2 MB(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 a...
Stitcher's Closure, and Naomi Mellor on the International Women's Podcast Awards
June 30, 2023 03:00 - 1 hour - 45 MB(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 adverti...
Spotify Supremium, Acast Plus Access, and Listener Habits
June 23, 2023 02:00 - 1 hour - 43.3 MBEver 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 ...
with Skye Pillsbury - Spotify's Ad Analytics is launched, and Apple to kill value4value?
June 16, 2023 00:00 - 55 minutes - 38.2 MB(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...
Spotify Layoffs, AI-Powered Discovery, NYT Audio, and PodX/Listen Merger
June 09, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 62.5 MBWhat 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 revolut...
Gaslighting the Industry: Big Names Support, AI Transformations, and RSS Feed Frustrations
June 02, 2023 02:00 - 1 hour - 60.3 MB(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 d...
Live at The Podcast Show: YouTube RSS plans and the Edison Podcast Ranker
May 26, 2023 00:00 - 40 minutes - 27.5 MBSpecial guest: the audience Live from The Podcast Show, Sam and James look back at the week's podcasting news. Support the show Connect With Us: Email: [email protected] Twitter: @jamescridland / @podnews and @samsethi / @joinpodfans Lightning/NOSTR: ⚡[email protected] and ⚡[email protected] Mastodon: @[email protected] and @[email protected] Support us: www.buzzsprout.com/1538779/support Get Podnews: podnews.net