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Alban is back from Podcast Movement Evolutions in Los Angeles! We discuss all the big stories and takeaways from the week, including how podcast downloads are down but listening is up, what YouTube's up to with podcasts, and why video is killing more podcasts now than ever before.

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Links mentioned in this episode:

• George Tries to Avoid a Break-Up "Believe it or not, George isn't at home"
• Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee: Sarah Jessica Parker "Bill Take"
• Biden, Clinton, and Obama to Appear on Smartless
• Podcast Standards Project
• The Infinite Dial 2024
• YouTube's Keynote at PME
• All Podcasts Are Shows; Not All Shows Are Podcasts
• The Truth About "Video Podcasts" on YouTube
• LiquorStoreGuy Convinces Alban to see the eclipse

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Tom Rossi, co-founder of Buzzsprout, joins us for this episode as we dissect Spotify's TikTok-inspired podcast discovery feature and why podcasters may or may not want their follower count to be public. We also cover the potential ripple effects of a TikTok ban on promotion strategies, and whether it hinders expanding your listener base. Then we discuss why major podcasts are shifting from ad-supported to listener-supported models, revealing a fundamental change in how podcasts sustain themselves.

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Links mentioned in this episode: 

• Tom on his way to the Las Vegas airport
• Spotify Reveals Podcast Numbers For Joe Rogan
• Podcast Business Journal OP3 List
• TikTok's Podcast Boom Might Be A Bust
• A Big Announcement from Search Engine

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Join us as we unveil the long-awaited Buzzsprout iOS app that's set to revolutionize your podcasting workflow! We deep dive into everything you want to know, from why we decided now was the time to make an app, to what features we love about it, and ideas for future implementations.

Then, we've got a story that’ll make you think twice about where to host your podcast. In a candid discussion on the pitfalls and triumphs of podcast hosting, we empathize with Spotify's recent hiccups and offer our own insights on maintaining a podcaster-focused service. Also on the docket is a lesson in brand protection, born from a trademark tussle within our own community.

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Introducing Buzzsprout for iOS!

• Buzzsprout on the App Store
• Join the Android wait list
• Podnews Weekly Review Interview

Spotify for Podcasters Deletes Successful Podcast

Podcaster Wins Trademark Dispute

Leadership Lessons from Dancing Guy

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• Wendy's Proposes Surge Pricing
• How to Upload a Podcast to YouTube
• How the Acquired Podcast Became a Sensation
• Darn Tough Sock Style 1039

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With so many big players making moves, we dive into the shifting tides of the podcasting world. The joy of Spotify's move towards open podcasting is tempered by our wariness of their advertising tactics and data collection—concerns that resonate with anyone mindful of the digital footprint they leave behind. We share our experiences grappling with these ethical dilemmas, balancing the desire to reach a wide audience with the need to safeguard listener privacy and content integrity. Whether you're a budding podcaster or a savvy listener, this episode promises a thought-provoking journey through the cultural currents shaping our beloved medium.

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Links mentioned in this episode: 

• Joe Rogan & Call Her Daddy No Longer Spotify Exclusive
• How To Upload A Podcast To YouTube
• How To Make Money Podcasting: 11 Strategies
• The Power of Long Form Audio. With Kinda Studios.

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This episode covers how to stay grounded in a world obsessed with metrics. We delve into the looming shift of Google Podcasts listeners to YouTube Music and why listen time matters more than download stats.

Then, our conversation takes an introspective turn as we discuss the No Stats 90 challenge by Mark Steadman, nudging podcasters to look beyond numbers to nurture their content and community. It's a lesson in the psychological impacts of constant performance tracking, and setting sights on the horizon without losing joy in the steps leading there.

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Links mentioned in this episode:
- We're going to Podfest next week!
- RSS Feeds are out of beta on YouTube
- OP3 Listen Time Metric
- No Stats 90

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Ever wondered why podcasting has such a magnetic pull, or what makes it so distinctively charming in the sea of digital media? Podcasting's simplicity and authenticity forge a connection that's tough to replicate.  We discuss the balance between staying true to traditional audio roots and embracing the visual domain, all while questioning what 'authenticity' really means when the production value climbs.

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Links mentioned in this episode:

• Buzzsprout Blog: There's Something Special About Podcasting
• Why Gen Z's Biggest Podcasters Are Working From Bed
• Tracking iOS 17 Download Changes
• Buzzsprout Platform Stats

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Ever wondered how to thrive in the marathon of podcasting, rather than sprinting for short-term gains?  In this episode, we defend the sustainability of podcasting, contrast the rich community of podcasting with the sometimes ephemeral interactions on social media, and encourage a more mindful consumption of the content we love.

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• Netflix shares top show data
• TikTok gives up on podcasts
• Podcast layoffs
• Nielsen Consumer Survey Report 2023

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We discuss our plans for Podfest's 10-year anniversary and how we aim to bring a large group of Buzzsprout podcasters along. So, if you've been tuning into Buzzcast regularly, this is your chance to join us at the year's biggest podcasting event!

Have you ever wondered how to leverage social media to expand your podcast? We've got some answers for you. In our discussion, we introduce Social Octopus, the game-changer in creating social media clips for podcasts. We also dissect the rebranding of Podinbox to Fanlist and why fans are the real powerhouses in the podcasting world. Then, we dive into the top podcasts of the year according to Spotify and Apple, and the exciting Podroll feature that empowers users to recommend their favorite podcasts.

We steer the conversation to a more controversial aspect of podcasting - ad-skipping. We unpack the ethical and legal implications of ad-skipping on podcasts and how the Audia app, which allows users to skip ads automatically, might impact podcasters and advertisers. This raises the question: is ad-skipping fair game or a violation of content creators' rights?

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• Want to go to Podfest 2024? Reach out to us for a free ticket at support@buzzsprout.com! 
• Social Octopus
• Podinbox is to become Fanlist
• Apple's Top Podcasts of 2023
• Spotify's Top Podcasts of 2023
• PodcastIndex's Podroll API
• Auddia's Ad-Free App

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Ever wondered how customer support could shape your podcasting experience? This week on Buzzcast, we're joined by the head of our support team, Priscilla Brooke. We're buzzing about a new project where every team member, from co-founders to developers to designers, will be working support shifts for the next month! We believe this will bring everyone closer to our podcasting community and foster fresh improvements to our platform and services. 

Our team members working support shifts is more than just a change of routine. It's a deep dive into the mind of our podcasting community, the highs and lows of their content creation journey, their challenges, and their triumphs. It's the essence of the empathy we harbor, which we believe fuels great customer support. We're also eager to share what we've learned about effective, friendly and supportive communication with our customers. Listen in as Priscilla unveils the four pillars of communication that shape our approach to customer support.

And because we believe in mixing work with a healthy dose of fun, we've woven in some inside stories on how we strive for those shiny customer ratings, and offer tips and tricks on dealing with those occasional technical hiccups. Plus, we test Alban and Kevin's knowledge with support trivia! 

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• Buzzsprout Podcast Stats Delay: What Happened?
• Buzzcast Episode: The Day Podcasts Stopped
• Buzzsprout Conversations: How Jack Rhysider Creates Darknet Diaries
  Watch on Youtube or Listen to the podcast!
• RØDE's Limited-Edition White Collection
• Can a Samson Q2U sound like a Shure SM7B?

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Taking a break from podcasting may sound impossible, but we have some advice that could help make taking time off a reality! Buzzsprout co-founder Tom Rossi joins us this episode to share stories from Rails World in Amsterdam last week and discuss why podcasters feel the need to never stop producing content.  We're also sharing some invaluable insights from Jack Rhysider's  recent three-month hiatus from Darknet Diaries. Get ready to dispel fears about losing listeners and income streams during breaks as we unfold how stepping back can reboot your mental well-being as well as your podcast's health.

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Links mentioned in this episode:
Rails World
Buzzsprout Conversations
Amazon Shuts Down AMP
Riverside Editor & Teleprompter
Apple Podcasts Episode Artwork Guide & Kids & Family Category Guide
Auphonic Automatic Filler-Word Cutter
Mark Zuckerberg Joins Lex Fridman Podcast in Metaverse
Killer Bee Studios: A Podcast Metaverse Podcast Experience


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We're back! Join us as we recount our adventures at the Buzzsprout meetup in sunny Orlando, Florida, and explore the transformative power of team retreats!

In this episode, we discuss the demise of Google's podcast platform and its impact on third-party apps. Then we take a deep-dive into the newest updates to Apple and how to leverage B2B podcasting to get hired for a branded podcast. Moreover, we raise the alarm on a disconcerting new trend plaguing the industry – podcast scams, including the notorious Kast Media scandal.

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BUZZSPROUT COMPANY MEETUP
Check out our podcast-themed breakfast!

GOOGLE PODCASTS
Google Podcasts is sending yet another app to the graveyard.

PODCAST INDUSTRY SCAMS
Watch the Coffeezilla video on YouTube.
Kast Media Podcast Scam
Tenderfoot TV Sues Cadence13 for Non-Payment

IMPACT OF B2B PODCASTING
Read the report by Lower Street

APPLE UPDATES
RODE & MacOS Sonoma are not jiving yet
Watch Stephen Robles' video to see the newest iOS17 updates
Apple's Connected Subscriptions

PODCAST RADIO
Read the Podnews article about the launch of podcast radio!

📣 SOUND-OFF EXERCISE: Tell us about your first car in 30 seconds!
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While the hosts are out, the team at Buzzsprout is answering the listener-submitted questions about podcasting, from understanding episode types to creating eye-catching cover art and tackling the enigma that is podcast metrics.

Links mentioned in this episode:
Episode Types:
How to make a great podcast trailer
Cover Art:
OnlyPod Cover Art Preview
Google Fonts
MyFonts
What the Font
GIMP Image Editor
Adobe Express
Canva
Fiverr
Midjourney
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Buzzsprout Platform Stats
Listen Notes

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What was it like to spend three days in the midst of a bustling expo hall with six stages? That's precisely what we tackled at the Podcast Movement Conference in Denver. The experience was full of highs and lows, from the confusing Denver Airport and emergency evacuations, to making heartening connections within the podcasting community.  Through it all, we heard updates and announcements from podcasting's heavy-hitters; YouTube, Spotify, and Apple!

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YOUTUBE
YouTube announced that by the end of the year, they will ingest RSS Feeds, podcasts will be available globally, and users will even be able to add RSS Feeds to YouTube Music (including private ones!)

SPOTIFY
Spotify will soon be adding recommendations and a podcast bio to their platform.

APPLE
Apple announced the release of Subscription analytics on the Apple Podcasts Connect dashboard!

AI vs COPYRIGHT
A court in Washington D.C. has ruled that only works with human authors can receive copyrights.

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 We're talking about Podcast Movement, and we've got the insider scoop on everything from our plans to the meetup we're hosting for Buzzsprout podcasters. And if that isn't intriguing enough, we're unraveling the mystery of Denver Airport. From gargoyles and secret messages to conspiracy theories about aliens and the New World Order, we're diving headfirst into the enigmatic lore surrounding this locale.

Do you know your strengths and weaknesses as a podcaster? We took the PodScore quiz from PodPros and really loved the results! Then we congratulate Descript and Squadcast for their integration and take a look at podcast tattoos.

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PODCAST MOVEMENT DENVER
We're hosting a Buzzsprout Meetup at Podcast Movement and would love to see you there! To get on the text reminders, text "buzzsprout" to 866-751-3441.

Take a look at the Denver Airport Conspiracies here!

PODSCORE
Alex from Podmatch created a fun quiz called PodScore to give podcasters an idea of what kind of podcaster they are, and ways in which they can improve their podcasting workflow.

PATREON
Patreon has encountered billing & payout issues the last month, but hopefully, they will be resolved soon.
They have also integrated with Spotify's Open Access.

DESCRIPT & SQUADCAST
Congrats to Descript and Squadcast for their recent integration!

PODCAST TATTOOS
Take a look at the tattoos for Canadian Politics is Boring, Crime Junkie, Joe Rogan Experience, and Podcast Movement!
 
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Tom Rossi joins us as we take a deep-dive into the bizarre world of fake podcasts on platforms like TikTok and Twitter, unmasking the intentions behind these deceitful strategies. From an analysis of Twitter's recent rebranding to a conversation about the sponsorship opportunity to Rails World, this episode is loaded with insights for all podcast enthusiasts.

We're thrilled to announce a new Buzzsprout Conversations video with the incredible radio host, MTV VJ, and co-founder of podcasting, Adam Curry. Also, we delve into the potential of TikTok's new feature that allows podcasters to link their RSS feed to the platform. And did you know that some libraries offer recording booths for patrons? Discover more such intriguing nuggets in this episode of Buzzcast!

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Special thanks to Tom Rossi for joining us! You can find him on Twitter (X) @tomrossi7

FAKE PODCASTS
Influencers and hustle bros are faking podcasts to look more official. Watch the wild and humorous video by Jaime French to learn all about it.

RAILS WORLD AMSTERDAM
Apply to the Rails World Podcast program for the opportunity to get a conference ticket, 3-night hotel stay, and a recording space! Deadline is August 7th, 2023.

TWITTER / X
Twitter is now simply "X".

COHOST AI FOR MORE LANGUAGES
Buzzsprout's Cohost AI now works with Spanish, French, Portuguese, Italian, German, Indonesian, Swedish, Czech, and Hungarian.

PODBASE
Podbase (by Charles Wiltgen) now tests whether or not RSS feeds follow the Podcast Standards Project standard for RSS feeds.

TIKTOK LINKS TO PODCASTS
TikTok is sending invitations to podcasters to link their RSS feed to the app.

RIVERSIDE MAGIC CLIPS
Riverside now has an AI tool called Magic Clips to find the best clips for social media.

PODBOOK
We got one thanks to Podium! Check out our How To Start A Podcast Podbook

BUZZSPROUT CONVERSATIONS: ADAM CURRY
Watch the interview on the Buzzsprout YouTube channel!

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In this episode, we explore Cohost AI's newest features and how these tools can help you become a more efficient podcaster.

We dive into Meta's new social media app, Threads, examining its features and considering its potential as a promotional tool. Then, we take a look at Pocket Cast's Wear OS app for Android watches.

Lastly, we discuss the Huberman Lab podcast and its interesting effect on Americans' obsession with health.  Join us in this exciting episode as we navigate through the worlds of tech, podcasting, and outdoor adventures. One thing's for sure - you're in for a treat!

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NEW COHOST AI TOOLS
Cohost AI now helps with your podcast marketing workflow! It creates three tweets and writes a draft blog post.

THREADS
Meta's newest venture, Threads, is generating a lot of excitement. But that might not mean you should add it to your promo channels.

POCKET CASTS WEAR OS APP
Pocket Casts has announced the release of its Wear OS app. It has loads of great features and requires a Pocket Casts Plus subscription to use.

HOW HUBERMAN GOT AMERICA TO CARE ABOUT SCIENCE
Read the full article by Time.

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PODCAST MOVEMENT DENVER
Here are the conference details. We'd love to see you there! 

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In this episode, we kick things off with a spotlight on KidsPod, an interactive platform that lets kids draw and color while they listen. We also draw a comparison with another kids podcast app, Kids Listen, highlighting the unique features and benefits that make KidsPod stand out. But that’s not all; we also delve into Apple Podcasts' efforts to improve discoverability for niche podcasts, and SXM's shut-down of the popular podcast app, Stitcher.

Then we discuss strategies for overcoming podcasting hurdles, emphasizing the importance of playing the long game, letting passion lead, and the significance of co-hosts in podcasting in terms of the accountability and consistency they bring. And finally, we discuss a new Guinness World Record set by a podcaster and wonder what records we could break.

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KIDSPOD
https://kidspod.app/

APPLE IMPROVES PODCAST DISCOVERY
https://podcasters.apple.com/5304-elevating-nine-podcast-subcategories-charts
Apple added nine subcategories to the Search tab across devices, making it easier for listeners to discover niche shows.

SXM TO SHUT DOWN STITCHER
"Stitcher Farewell FAQ"
Stitcher will no longer be available starting August 29th, 2023.

INDEPENDENT PODCASTER MANIFESTO
https://www.thepodcasthost.com/business-of-podcasting/independent-podcaster-census
IndiePod Manifesto contains 10 pillars for independent podcasting success.

PODCASTING HARDER THAN PRO FOOTBALL?
https://awfulannouncing.com/nfl/travis-kelce-podcasting-hardest-job.html
Travis Kelce thinks podcasting is the hardest job in the world, according to his interview on Pardon My Take.

PODCASTS IN GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS
https://www.guinnessworldrecords.com/world-records/589531-longest-interviewing-marathon
A podcaster interviewed 137 people over the course of 37 hours & 44 minutes to break the Guinness World Record for longest interviewing marathon.
Check out other podcast-related world records!

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Can you spot the difference between a real podcast and a fake one? Join us on this episode as we put our skills to the test in a thrilling game of podcast fact or fiction. Then discover Podium's innovative new product, Podbook, which offers a new way for podcasters to repurpose their content. Finally, we examine way podcasts have shaped the entertainment industry over the last 20 years.

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PODBOOK BY PODIUM
Podbook is an AI-powered application that will transform your podcast into a book! It is currently in closed beta. Add yourself to the waitlist to try it out.
Read the Huberman Lab example

20 YEARS OF PODCASTING
How podcasts took over the world in 20 years.
See the Police Department that launched a podcast to get more involved in their community.

CANVA INTEGRATION
Check out Alban's Loom video that explains how to find your artwork from Canva's integration in your account.

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In this episode, we're excited to share updates to Co-Host AI, a feature that's received outstanding feedback from our podcasters and Facebook group. We discuss the advantages of this integrated feature, how it differentiates from other services, and improvements made to its transcription editor since its launch, covering the quality of the transcription engine, AI technology, and the innovative new editor functionalities, such as assigning speaker roles. Plus, we delve into the importance of episode artwork and how Apple Podcasts is making it a priority in the podcasting world, with unique and memorable artwork being the key to standing out.

Lastly, we touch on YouTube's potential impact on podcast advertising and the consequences of their new approach. With YouTube's lack of pass-through RSS ingestion, will podcasters still be willing to distribute to their platform? Join us as we explore this fascinating topic, share our pre-recording rituals, and even discuss the challenge of decluttering our homes and extreme approaches to cleanliness. Don't miss this insightful conversation!

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COHOST AI
https://www.buzzsprout.com/help/189-cohost-ai

APPLE PODCASTS UPDATES
https://podcasters.apple.com/5303-ios-17-whats-new-apple-podcasts

YOUTUBE'S RSS PILOT LEAK
https://podnews.net/update/youtube-rss-plans
Adam Curry's leak confession on Podcasting 2.0: https://overcast.fm/+6A0DAZ3CQ/14:42

📣 SOUND-OFF QUESTION: What podcast got you into podcasts?
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Podcasts mentioned by hosts:
Alban: This American Life & Philosophy Bites
Jordan: Spirits
Kevin: This is Love: Something Large and Wild

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In this episode, we're diving into the groundbreaking world of artificial intelligence and its impact on podcasting with Buzzsprout's new Cohost AI integration. We share our thoughts on how this innovative tool automatically transcribes, creates titles, summaries, chapter markers, and more while saving you precious time and reducing stress in your workflow.

But it's not just about the technical side of podcasting; we also discuss the vital role ratings and reviews play in connecting with your audience and providing essential social proof for potential new listeners. From our own experiences of reading reviews before deciding to listen to a new podcast, to creative strategies for encouraging your listeners to leave reviews, we cover it all.

And finally, we explore the surprising benefits and connections that can arise from the act of podcasting itself. Listen as we highlight the unique relational aspects of podcasting and the low-risk, rewarding experience of reaching out to someone online through this medium.

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📣 SOUND-OFF QUESTION: What is an important part of your pre-recording ritual?
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COHOST AI
Check out Buzzsprout's newest feature, Cohost AI!

PODCAST REVIEWS
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