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28 Nov 2020
The Podnews Weekly Review - the last word in podcast news
00:01:13
Every week, the Podnews Weekly Review is the last word in podcasting news - with a look back at the most important news in podcasting, and interviews with the people that matter.
Hear from James Cridland, the Editor of Podnews; Sam Sethi, the CEO of Podfans; and interviews with the people that matter.
The Podnews Weekly Review. With Buzzsprout - podcast hosting made easy.
Captivate CEO Mark Asquith talks about the global acquisition and their future. Castos CEO Craig Hewitt talks about supporting Value4Value and why it's a better model than advertising for podcasters
01:29:05
GUESTS:
Mark Asquith co-founder and MD of Captivate.FM talks about their acquisition by Global and what's next for Captivate and how the line between radio and podcasting has blurred?
Craig Hewitt founder and CEO of Castos talks about the latest version of their platform and their upcoming support for Value4Value and why advertising is not the future for podcast monetisation.
Lightning Network is now available on Cash App. It's the fastest, free way to pay anyone in bitcoin. The Lightning Network is a new way to send BTC/SAT that's faster and free!!!
Some legend gave 100 million sats (1 bitcoin) to Cinemuck, the people behind the movie "Human B" - Gigi #Value4Value
Crowd Network launches in Manchester, James launches 'Podnews Report Cards', Facebook launches audio rooms, Podping launches live notifications and Sam launches The Crafty Tug?
Delegate day passes have just gone on sale for The Podcast Show 2022, coming to London in May. May 25-26 You can get your day passes today - use promo code PODNEWS for 20% off a limited number of day passes. Podnews is a media partner (and we’ll be there)
“Email marketing is one part of our marketing strategy as we look to bring even more great creators to Acast, and we’re focused on providing the best possible tools and services to help them reach their potential.” — Ross Adams, CEO, Acast
How should apps best verify ownership? Fountain asks for the email held in the RSS file to claim podcast?
WebFinger is a protocol specified by the Internet Engineering Task Force IETF that allows for the discovery of information about people and things identified by a URI.
A new podcast platform, Spooler, has launched. It’s founded by a who’s who of podcasting, including CEO James O. Boggs, formerly Head of Podcasts at Apple; CCO Andy Bowers, co-founder of Slate Audio and Megaphone; CTO Dan Benjamin, founder of Fireside·fm and the 5by5 podcast network, and Exec Producer Kerry Donahue, former EP at WNYC. The product claims to be a new modular content management system for audio, allowing instant edits and re-ordering of content while being compatible with RSS podcast apps. The tech also incorporates Dolby·io to smooth audio volumes and apply noise reduction. Axios has more information.
"Will Video Kill The Podcast Star?" - We interview James O. Boggs and Andy Bowers from Spooler Media the "dynamic, real-time audio" publishing system. Amazon released Amp, a “live radio app”. YouTube offers podcasters up to $50k to switch.
A new podcast platform, Spooler, has launched. It's founded by a who's who of podcasting, including CEO James O. Boggs, formerly Head of Podcasts at Apple; CCO Andy Bowers, co-founder of Slate Audio and Megaphone; CTO Dan Benjamin, founder of Fireside·fm and the 5by5 podcast network, and Exec Producer Kerry Donahue, former EP at WNYC.
It’s available in the US for iOS users only in a waitlist; it’ll enable you to DJ your own music show (with “tens of millions of licensed songs” they say), and you can take callers, too. Amp’s website is live, and you can download the app to join the waitlist.
TikTok on the clock, but the party don’t stop: except, says Rephonic, podcasters are ignoring TikTok. Twitter is significantly over-represented across all podcasts, the company summarises; but TikTok has by far the highest average number of followers.
Oscar Merry has suggested Lightning Comments as a potential solution for cross-app commenting: using "boostagrams" as a method of sending comments. We like this idea; and the spec is simple enough for us to code it; so, you'll find a "comments" section on every update in Podnews's web version. You can also see those comments in the Fountain app.
Podnews are also, as of today, permanently supporting the socialInteract tag for Twitter (and will probably pull in those comments to the page, too, at some stage).
A new version is up: 1.0.0-beta. This release comes with bug fixes and an exciting feature: WebSub! From now on, Castopod will push your newly published episodes directly to open subscription hubs, meaning that they will get broadcasted instantly after publication.
Podland on tour in LA with Alban Brooke at Podcast Movement talking about the Podnews Report Card, The Ambies, the Infinite Dial 2022 and YouTube's no show.
The Ambies, the awards from The Podcast Academy that celebrate excellence in podcasting, took place last night. The winners are here: 9/12, from Amazon Music, Pineapple Studios and Wondery was the podcast of the year; the podcast’s host Dan Taberski accepted the award in the award ceremony in Los Angeles CA, USA
Like London buses, you wait ages for one new podcast app and three come along at the same time. We talk with Chris Messina about NEW YouTube, Spotify and Twitter podcast apps coming soon.
Exclusive:YouTube is planning tighter integration, monetisation and analytics for podcasts. Despite no announcement from YouTube’s director of podcasting, Kai Chuk, at Podcast Movement Evolutions last week
YouTube is looking at ingesting podcast RSS feeds directly with a new podcasts homepage to be at youtube.com/podcasts (a URL that doesn’t work, yet)
Spotify:
Spotify is working on a brand new podcast interface. Spotted by Chris Messina, who posted a screen recording archived by Podnews here, the new interface adds a dedicated Podcasts tab, vertical scrolling, and live captions for all shows.
Acast you're still spamming your competition? BBC you're still losing your talent? YouTube you're still making us wait? Apple you're still not providing us transcripts? Why O Why!?
01:08:24
Sponsor
Buzzsprout - last week, 3,847 people started a podcast with Buzzsprout
Special Guest
Harry Duran talks about how he found a sponsor for his new podcast, raising $9k before launching
Should your podcast be on YouTube? Rephonic crunch the data: revealing that for English-language shows, it could well be worthwhile. The Podfather thinks it's a waste of time.
Podcast host Anchor’s creator interface is now available in 35 different languages. Of the top five podcast hosts, Omny Studio is in six languages, Spreaker is available in four; Buzzsprout and Libsyn only offer English, though YouTube is in 82 different languages
Spotify has quietly rolled-out a new misinformation policy that says it may hide shows, or in their words “restrict content’s discoverability”. NiemanLab has discovered the company’s new rules, which Spotify have yet to announce: and nor have they added them to their public Platform Rules page.
The Brookings Institution has written a new document that highlights current platform policies, describes how Spotify and Apple allow listeners to report shows, and suggests areas that policy-makers might focus on.
Will video help make the next podcasting star? Anchor, Substack and YouTube think so. We talk to Tom Billington about the London Podcast Show and Neil Mody about Headliner, Disco and Eddy.
01:30:54
Sponsor
Buzzsprout - last week, 3,448 people started a podcast with Buzzsprout
Fountain is giving away free money for podcast listeners. The Lightning-enabled podcast app is giving every new user 1,000 sats in their account - for them to share with podcasts they enjoy
Down Anchor, Goodbye Facebook, Au Revoir Michael Mignano & Tom Webster. Hello Squadcast!
00:55:05
Sponsors
Buzzsprout - last week, 3,549 people started a podcast with Buzzsprout
NEW: Squadcast - Create high-quality audio and video content just using your browser: and, using Dolby Enhanced Audio Mastering, they’ll sound better than ever.
Facebook was responsible for just 0.3% of all podcast downloads last month, says Buzzsprout. It had reached 0.5% in February, making it the 17th largest podcast app.
It Sounds Interesting now that Tom Webster has announced he is joining Sounds Profitable.
00:59:04
Sponsors
Buzzsprout - last week, 3,437 people started a podcast with Buzzsprout
Squadcast - Create high-quality audio and video content just using your browser and using Dolby Enhanced Audio Mastering, they’ll sound better than ever.
Todd Cochrane’s Geek News Central hits episode 1,600 this week. One of the first podcasts in the world, its first episode was Oct 9, 2004 - just a few weeks after the word “podcast” began to be used. This was the first podcast Tom Webster listened to.
Scoop Queen Ashley Carman joins us. Apple announces Podcasts Delegated Delivery. No Anchor or Megaphone. Are you team Spotify or team Apple? RØDECaster Pro II leaked. Curiocaster and Podverse support <podcast:liveItem> tag.
00:56:55
Sponsors
Buzzsprout - last week, 3,282 people started a podcast with Buzzsprout
Squadcast - Create high-quality audio and video content just using your browser and using Dolby Enhanced Audio Mastering, they’ll sound better than ever.
Selling paid subscriptions through Apple Podcasts? Until now, you’ve had to upload that audio separately to Apple; but Apple Podcasts Delegated Delivery was announced yesterday, allowing creators to upload and manage that audio through selected podcast hosting companies when this feature launches in Q3.
A number of initial podcast hosting companies have been announced including RSS·com, Libsyn and Buzzsprout; but if you run a podcast hosting company and wish to participate in Delegated Delivery, you’re encouraged to fill out this form. (Memo to Apple: here’s a list).
"Interesting that both of Spotify's hosting platforms, megaphone and anchor, arent participating at launch."- Ashley C
"Spotify works with third parties to support its subscription offering, too. the only overlap is acast, at least according to the initial partner list. curious if this means there's now additional stratification in podcast world: team Spotify or team Apple "- Ashley C
iOS 15.5, iPadOS 15.5, and macOS 12.4 were made available yesterday. This brings annual paid subscriptions within the Apple Podcasts app. We told you last month; you can add an annual plan now.
Dave Jones the Pod Sage talks Value4Value, Sats, Lightning Network, WebLN, Alby and using Hive's Podping to build a new Decentralised Cross App Notifications messaging bus.
01:18:51
Sponsors
Buzzsprout - last week, 3,210 people started a podcast with Buzzsprout
Squadcast - Create high-quality audio and video content just using your browser and using Dolby Enhanced Audio Mastering, they’ll sound better than ever.
SpecialGuest
Dave Jones - Pod Sage from Podcast Index talks about ...
One of podcasting’s largest hosting companies, Megaphone, was down for more than nine hours. All the Spotify-owned company’s audio and RSS feeds disappeared at 8pm Eastern on Monday after a certificate expired.
Spotify is conducting research within its app on new features. The company appears to be testing the ability to pay to promote your show, as well as automatically place ads in shows to earn revenue.
Buzzsprout's Alban Brooke tells us all about their new mid-roll ads platform. Spotify describe RSS as “outdated technology." while claiming they will reach one billion listeners by 2030 and generate US$100 billion in revenue.
00:48:04
SpecialGuest
Alban Brooke - Head of Marketing at Buzzsprout. Buzzsprout the world’s second largest podcast host, has just formally announced Buzzsprout Ads, letting podcasters buy adverts for their shows (and other podcasters to earn revenue).
We’re using them - automatically inserted by Buzzsprout Ads.
“Spotify share price slid 55% this year. Daniel Ek said Spotify would grow beyond music, increasing creator tools and moving into audiobooks. This growth, Ek predicted, would take the company to 10 times its current size, with an aim to reach one billion listeners by 2030 and generate US$100 billion in revenue.”
Maya Prohovnik said Spotify brought in around €200m ($215m) in podcast revenue last year. Podcasting lost the company €103m ($110m), though is expected to turn a profit within two years.
Maya Prohovnik described RSS as “outdated technology”, and said they have been able to replace it for their on-platform distribution. She also claimed that every new Anchor show brings 2.5 new monthly active users to the Spotify platform.
AVURLAssetHTTPUserAgentKey has just appeared in Apple’s documentation for the next version of iOS, allowing all podcast apps to correctly state their user agent. Developers can adopt this today; there will be a public beta in July, and this will roll out for everyone in Q3. Expect Podnews to grumpily highlight apps that don’t bother with it.
Interview with Ken Miller from Fathom; Spotify buys an AI voice service, Google Podcasts slips up in Pride Month, Sam looks different to what Adam Curry thinks
Acast and GoodPods are building 'Community' by enabling comments. Fountain and UnCut are building 'Community' by rewarding your time & attention? And Spotify are building 'Community' by sharing your music listening with friends but not your podcasts?
Tom Webster tells us that "creators" are mainly white men under 45 but where are the women? Bloomberg say Spotify's podcast strategy is failing!? Squadcast launch all new v5 and Voiceworks partners with Crowd Network on the Sports Network.
Sounds Profitable released The Creators, a study of the people who create podcasts. Tom Webster revealed that US podcast creators are more diverse than the US population, but are significantly younger and more male. Most own both Android and iOS devices, though more than four in ten podcast creators have been listening to podcasts for under a year.
Bloomberg Businessweek posts Spotify’s Billion-Dollar Bet on Podcasting Has Yet to Pay Off. The piece, originally titled “Spotify’s Joe Rogan-Powered Podcast Bet Hasn’t Paid Off”, suggests that the company’s investments haven’t yet yielded a major hit, and contains criticism of Dawn Ostroff’s growth strategy.
Spotify and Anchor have debuted RADAR Podcasters, a podcast-creator version of the Spotify program designed to spotlight emerging voices worldwide. The companies start by highlighting more than 40 creators around the world.
The number of open video podcasts are on the rise. In November last year, Podcast Index listed 39,194 video podcasts. As of June this year, Podnews can reveal the number had grown by over a quarter to 50,863. We measured these by looking for enclosure files with the extension mov, mp4 or m4v, the three filetypes Apple Podcasts supports. Apple has recently put video podcasts in the spotlight again; Spotify launched its own proprietary video podcasts tool in April (which we can’t measure).
Podverse supports LIT and Video. Fountain rewards users for listening to podcasts. Alby, a browser extension for cryptocurrency, adds its own podcaster wallet.
Michael Mignano, has written a piece about what he calls The Standards Innovation Paradox.
In response, James Cridland wrote a long article that basically points out that Apple took the RSS standard and enhanced it. The thing that Mike Mignano says is impossible.
Spotify is expanding the ability to post video podcasts for creators in six new countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Brazil and Mexico. This marks the first time the audio streaming company is making this feature available in non-English speaking countries.
Acast is to acquire Podchaser, the “world’s most comprehensive and authoritative podcast database” in a deal worth $34m. Podchaser, which is expected to make a profit next year, will continue to operate as a separate brand: it contains data of more than 4.5m million podcasts, including advertising information. The integration will bring additional data to Acast’s advertisers.
Audioboom’s H1/22 financials were released, showing revenue was up 79% on the same period last year. Profit was $2m, up from last year’s $0.2m, and the company’s doing 124m downloads a month (up 35%).
Which company is sending the most unsolicited commercial email to podcasters, by scraping your RSS feed to gather your email? We have been running a spamtrap on our podcast feed for the last three months, and today, we reveal the podcast industry’s biggest spammer. (No, it doesn’t start with an “A”).
Good Morning Podcasters! Alby Wallet API delivers Value 4 Value. Hosts RSS.com and Castos deliver integrated wallets. Podchaser API delivers transcripts. Podcast Index delivers descriptions and Spotify delivers Q2 financial results.
Hot on the heels of last week's acquisition by Acast. Podchaser announced this week that developers can now pull episode transcripts from the Podchaser API. In this beta release, developers can retrieve JSON transcript files of episodes from the top 5k podcasts.
Spotify published its Q2/21 financial report. which out-performed market expectations. Ignoring currency fluctuations, ad-supported revenue (including podcasting) is up 31%; the platform now has 4.4m podcasts. “The number of (monthly active users) that engaged with podcasts grew in the substantial double-digits Y/Y and per user podcast consumption rates continued to rise,” though no numbers were given.
Does podcasting have a privacy problem? Writing on his personal blog, our Editor highlights what the GDPR actually says, whether you can do privacy-friendly geo-targeting, and where things might be an issue.
Who should pay to play? Should guests pay hosts or should listeners pay hosts? #value4value #transparency #trust. Is Thread.land the best place to leave your comments?
The company lost $11m in the quarter, though now expects to make EBITDA profit in 2024, earlier than previously expected.
“The heavy investment phase is now over, " says CEO Ross Adams, noting that the advertising market has been cooling globally.
Bloomberg's Ashley Carman’snewsletter launches next month.
Ashley wrote about the world of paid podcast appearances, or what some consider podcast payola. Guests are paying hosts up to $50K for an interview, and the disclosures around that exchange aren’t always clear or even existent.
Skye Pillsbury (Frmr contributor, Hot Pod) has launched her newsletter called The Squeeze
Want to support podcast:socialInteract with ActivityPub in your feed. Find your podcast onthread.landthen DM@johnspurlock the unique prefix url .
Congratulation to Josh Chen from JustCast for also adding Alby integration and enabling autofill in Value4Value tag to enable the Alby wallet.
Podcast neighbourhoods, paying to be a guest, and podcast:verify. Evo Terra sits in for Sam Sethi.
01:02:40
Evo Terra joins James Cridland this week, while Sam drinks wine in Europe somewhere. Evo's podcast is at podcast pontifications and he runs simpler.media
Podcast guests are paying up to $50,000 to appear on popular shows, and the podcasts don’t disclose it, according to a piece from Ashley Carman in Bloomberg. It quotes a number of podcasts who charge more than $30,000 per interview… and they only added a full disclosure (an FTC requirement) after being contacted by Bloomberg for the story.
Dan Misener and Jonas Woost launched Bumper, a new podcast growth agency. Bumper will work with organisations on audience development strategies, marketing and promotion.
The team at the Podcast Index have worked on a proposal for the podcast:verify tag, which would remove email addresses from RSS feeds, and instead use a simple one-click claiming process.
It uses a simple token system, letting podcast hosting companies understand which services people are using, and avoiding the near-25% dropoff from email verification. It’s built to be simple to implement, and great for privacy.
Podverse mobile supports Alby. Libsyn expands to Europe and Canada. Spotify filters music from podcasts. Podnews launches podcastnamespace.org. Oprah protects her trademark and ASA fines Steven Bartlett.
Live from Dallas: open podcasting, what to do with Spotify, and where the medium is going
01:11:23
We're sponsored by Buzzsprout and SquadCast.
James Cridland joined Todd Cochrane from Blubrry, Rob Greenlee from Libsyn, Tangia Estrada from BIPOC Podcast Creators, and Heather Osgood from The Podcast Broker and True Native Media.
This week, the show is from the New Media Show, live on stage at Podcast Movement. This version has been lightly edited from the original. You can find the New Media Show in your favourite podcast app.
Want to watch? Here's the show as originally recorded. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_6JAh25hIT0
You're everywhere or you're no where baby!? Podcasts are coming to YouTube and Twitter should you be on them? Spotify now have ads, transcriptions and maybe comments soon?
Adam Curry, the “podfather”, spoke with Dave Jones at Podcast Movement 2022, explaining the history of open podcasting, the Podcast Index and the features available with the new podcast namespace
Edison Research and Sounds Profitable issued reports at Podcast Movement, Dallas
The BBC Global News Podcast's presenter Jackie Leonard, and producer Karen Martin, spoke at Radiodays Asia in Malaysia. The show, which is also recording a special edition at the event, is one of the top-rated shows in many Asian countries, with 33m downloads a month.
In collaboration with the European Broadcasting Union and partners, BBC R&D has developed an open-source platform that allows the production of 'adaptive' podcasts.
Alby is a micropayment wallet that uses the lightning network. They are working on a new Dashboard and their new WP plugin. Link: https://saturn.fly.dev
Alby has launched an analytics website for Value 4 Value, the podcast funding method from the Podcast Index. The website, called SATurn, gives a full view of payments made on the Value 4 Value system and interfaces with your Alby wallet. It's free to use, and includes a live feed much like Helipad.
Now everyone with an Alby #Lightning Address can get their very own 'My Alby Page'.
Sam Page: https://getalby.com/p/sam
James Page: https://getalby.com/p/james
Alby also brought #bitcoin to Linktree in their latest release.
Spotify launch audiobooks, it costs extra. Acast layoff 15% seeking profitability. Transistor.fm supports the Open Podcast Prefix Project. Ivy.fm supports multiple Podcast Index Namespace tags. RSS Blue supports Alby and Fountain digital wallets.
iHeartMedia purchased podcast plays to game their download numbers and the IAB says it's ok!? John Spurlock talks OP3.dev and how it could help filter this bad practice.
Players get game tokens if they listen to a podcast for just twenty seconds. (Carman posts a graphic). But, because more than 60 seconds of audio are downloaded by the player, as demonstrated in this article in Sounds Profitable, these plays count as an IAB-certified download from podcast hosts and in prefix services like Podtrac. That allows podcasts promoted in this way to charge for the ads delivered in the show, and for that traffic to be counted in rankers
The Open Podcast Prefix Project has been quietly launched by John Spurlock. It’s a prefix analytics service committed to open data and listener privacy; and places listener data in the open. It could power trending and popularity data; or give independently-verified stats to advertisers.
Skye Pillsbury from newsletter 'The Squeeze' talks about 'What Does "Big Money Podcasting" Look Like?' both now and in the future, as layoffs continue and shows are cut.
01:22:29
We support both transcripts and chapters, if your podcast app doesn’t then grab a new app frompodnews.net/newpodcastapps
The RSS feed to Kara Swisher’s former podcast Sway has been repurposed by the New York Times to be used by tech show Hard Fork. Swisher is annoyed, Walt Mossberg is upset
Spotify is cancelling eleven of its original shows. Those cancelled represent less than 2% of Spotify’s more than 500 original podcasts; but it’s likely to result in “less than 5% of Spotify’s staff on original podcasts” being laid off.
The Gimlet Union and Parcast Union have tweeted a statement about the 38 layoffs across Spotify. They say that some shows lost as much as three-quarters of their audience when going exclusive; and that employees were given as little as an hour to close out their work and leave.
Todd Cochrane’s Geek News Central Podcast turns 18 years old this week. The first episode of the show was recorded on Oct 9 2004. It was one of the first shows to launch using the word “podcast”, and is up to episode 1,628.
To edit or not to edit that is the question? Castopod v1.0 launches, Squadcast awarded US Patent, Is podcasting coming to TikTok? YouTube advertising for podcasters?
02:03:09
Podland supports both transcripts and chapters, if your podcast app doesn’t then grab a new app frompodnews.net/newpodcastapps
Special Guests:
Neal Vigelio - Podknows
Benjamin Bellamy - Ad Aures
Yassine Doghri - Ad Aures
Show Notes & Links
After 3+ years, it's OFFICIAL … SquadCast.FM has been awarded a US patent for our Recording Engine with Progressive Uploads
Social media app TikTok is preparing to launch a podcast app.
TikTok’s parent company also owns Resso, a music streaming service in Brazil, India and Indonesia, which already carries podcasts from hosts like Libsyn.
Spotify has reported its Q3/22 earnings. It has 456m monthly active users (up 20% y-on-y). Ad revenue, led by podcasting, is up 19% y-on-y and 7% q-on-q, at €385m (12.8% of the company’s total revenue). The company lost €228m in the quarter; they predict a loss of €300m in Q4 (but suggest they may also raise their prices, following Apple’s price hike).
It's goodbye to Podland and hello to Podnews Weekly Review. It's goodbye to email and hello to Podcast:txt. It's goodbye to Twitter verified and hello to Amazon Music & Podcasts ad free.
01:37:16
Podland supports both transcripts and chapters, if your podcast app doesn’t then grab a new app frompodnews.net/newpodcastapps
Special Guests:
Adam Curry (Podfather) & DaveJones (Podsage) talk about:
How the podcast namespace started?
Why it will never be called Podcast 3.0?
Why Value4Value has already jumped the ‘Chasm of Adoption’?
What new tags are Adam/Dave most excited about in Phase 6 of the namespace?
Show Notes & Links:
Goodbye to Evo Terra's Podcast Pontifications and hello to The End
Elon Musk @elonmusk "Twitter’s current lords & peasants system for who has or doesn’t have a blue checkmark is bullshit. Power to the people! Blue for $8/month."
The Fediverse is so much bigger than Mastodon says Castopod. (Castopod has been connected to Mastodon since April 2021) …Dave Jones has also pointed out that this is where cross-app comments live, so it’s a good opportunity for podcasting.
If you’re one of the many people making the leap to Mastodon, you might be interested in MastoFeed, a tool to share new episodes of your podcast.
Podcast hosting company Libsyn - the first in the world - turns 18 tomorrow. Founded by Dave Mansueto, Matt Hoopes, Marty Mulligan, and Dave Chekan on Nov 5, 2004, here’s the back story and, rescued from the web,
The ActivityPub protocol is a decentralized social networking protocol based upon the [ActivityStreams] format used by Mastodon and Castopod. It provides a client-to-server API for creating, updating and deleting content and a federated server-to-server API for delivering notifications and content. It is also used for cross-commenting in the Podcasting namespace.
Descript has launched a new version which has more than 30 new visual and AI-powered editing features. The company has also announced a $50m funding round.
Top Stories:
Spotify has released video podcasts “in 180 global markets”. The service only works for shows hosted with Anchor, for playback within Spotify. Podnews analysis of the Podcast Index suggests there are now 53,952 video podcast shows on RSS, up 38% year-on-year.
Mastodon has just passed over 2 million active monthly users, a new record! If you add .rss to the end of someone’s account page - then you get an RSS feed.
Why are Apple putting metadata topics inside podcast pages? Bumper's Dan Misener tells us what he thinks. Are Satoshis the best way to reward podcasters? Trevor Bell argues there are better ways.
Trevor Bell - Podcast Producer at The Iron Fist Velvet Glove Podcast
Trevor argues that Value4Value is good for podcasting but rewarding podcasters with Satoshis is too early and other means of monetisationmaybe better for now.
Show Notes and Links
Seeing loads of downloads from a mysterious app called Dalvik? You're not alone; they're all coming from Samsung Android phones, and we understand that the downloads are related to Samsung Free, the company's podcast app.
12 Podcast experts give their 2022 highlights and 2023 predictions. Benjamin Bellamy talks OP3, ActivityPub, Cross Comments. Dave Jones talks about NEW PodPing 2.0
02:10:18
This Week's Special Guests talk about their podcasting highlights for 2022 and their predictions for 2023.
Benjamin Bellamy- Adures/Castopod - 2022: Federated Social Networks - 2023: AI for podcasting (Stability.AI) Interview: Ad Aures support for OP3 and Castopod updates on ActivityPub plus Cross-Comments.
Alban Brooke - Buzzsprout - 2022: Funny Buzzsprout Video - 2023: Podcasters Go Independent, own their IP and sell Premium Content
Harry Duran - Podcast Junkies - 2022: Sponsorship beyond the CPM model - 2023: Building communities around shows.
Dave Jones - 2022: Live Tag - 2023: Slow Continuous Growth Interview: NEW PodPing 2.0 and the Live Item Tag (LIT)
Chris Messina - Tech Ride Home - 2022: TwitterSpaces - 2023: AI and Decentralised Payments
Matt Mederios - Castos - 2022: Podcasting 2.0 movement - 2023: Direct to Listeners
Dan Misener - Bumper - 2022: Seeing friends and clients again - 2023: Audience growth will prove harder
John Spurlock - OP3 - 2022: Over 100 podcast hosts making it a healthy eco-system - 2023: Podcasts will get shorter
Arielle Nisenblatt - 2022: Travelling the world meeting international podcasters - 2023: More travelling the world meeting international podcasters
Neal Veglio - 2022: Removal of the email in RSS - 2023: Split between Big and Little Podcasts
Jake Warren - Message Heard - 2022: Winning True Crime at British Podcast Awards - 2023: Podcasters will want to own more of their own IP
Show Me The Value? Web Monetisation or SATS? Sell your RSS feed or start a video? What's best in 2023?
00:57:36
This week James Cridland and Sam Sethi talk about:
PRX adds V4V using Web Monetisation
Spotify says its road to profitability is video
Spotify adds Chapters, Transcripts and Polls - all proprietary
OP3 starts testing a new stats page
Chapters (hello, Spotify!)
(00:00:00) Podnews Weekly Review (00:10:30) Laura Mayer sells an RSS feed (00:12:38) Podcast One to spin off (00:14:32) Is the podcast industry in market correction? (00:18:27) Spotify adds new things (00:21:25) And Spotify adds better chapter support (00:25:13) Apple and Google's data on us (00:29:40) Adobe Podcasts (00:31:51) Another big name "podcast" (00:33:08) People news (00:33:57) The Tech Stuff (00:44:24) Pod Events (00:47:03) Ad-free in Apple Podcasts (00:48:08) Boostagram Corner (00:51:07) Sam and James's week
Apple launches Delegated Delivery, and a look back at Google Podcasts in 2022
00:55:40
Show notes come soon!
Spotify chapters workaround...
(0:00) Fri 13 Jan (0:53) Apple launches Delegated Delivery (4:54) Amazon almost do a deal but don't (7:31) A new Audible podcast (9:57) Google Podcasts Creator Program goes (16:05) Spotify loses shows (23:33) People news (25:43) The Tech Stuff (41:05) Awards and events (43:02) Boostagram Corner (47:59) Sam reveals his funding (50:09) James's old blog posts
Exclusive: Google Podcasts has been removed from Google Search. Now, a Google search for a podcast no longer shows any play buttons linking to the service or any links to Google Podcasts.
The number of new podcasts has dramatically dropped by 80% in two years, according to data reported this week. Except… as we explore today in a deep-dive article, that data point doesn’t tell the whole story. In fact, podcasting is in a much better place.
(0:00:00) Jan 27 (0:01:04) She's Offstroff - Spotify changes (0:21:30) Is podcasting really down by 80%? (0:28:04) Buzzsprout launches subscriptions (0:34:13) Quake Media launches (0:35:59) Global's news podcast report (0:37:41) Interview: Jack Davenport (0:55:40) People News (0:57:16) THe Tech Stuff (1:03:20) Around the world (1:05:54) Events (1:07:49) Boostagram Corner (1:11:42) Sam and James's week
Spotify's financials; Leo Laporte, chief TWiT; Todd Cochrane; and an MA in Podcasting
01:51:15
Guests:
Leo Laporte - Twit.TV
Todd Cochrane - Podcast hosting company Blubrry has released support for "value4value", a way to accept online payments from podcast listeners in apps like Fountain, Castamatic and Podverse. The company has partnered with Alby. With more than 100,000 shows using Blubrry, this is the biggest podcast host so far to natively support value4value.
Google removes/adds podcasts; Tom Rossi on Buzzsprout subscriptions; Sean Glynn on Novel; Jordan Harbinger
01:14:35
Special Guests:
Tom Rossi
Sean Glynn
Jordan Harbinger
Show Notes
Google tells us that Google Podcasts carousel links in Google Search (which the company said will go away at the end of this week) are being replaced with a new feature.
Over a thousand Buzzsprout podcasts are using the subscriptions feature, according to Buzzcast. It was announced in late January.
Cloudflare announced Wildebeest, an open-source, easy-to-deploy ActivityPub and Mastodon-compatible server
Hindenburg 2.0 is launching shortly.
Podverse (New Version) supports value-for-value streaming for videos.
Podnews Live - Manchester 13th June - Save the Day!
(0:00) 10 Feb (1:16) Google and podcasts (7:37) Interview: Tom Rossi from Buzzsprout (20:57) Interview: Sean Glynn from Novel (32:40) Trailers (36:32) What makes a #1? (38:35) Interview: Jordan Harbinger (43:25) YouTube and Freakonomics (45:29) People News (46:57) The Tech Stuff (1:05:14) Announcing Podnews Live (1:07:07) Boostagram Corner (1:10:30) Sam and James's week
Vox Media & Spotify raise significant new funding. Acast reports strong 2022 growth and seeks profitability by 2024. Podimo enters the UK market. Interviews with Hindenburg and RSS Blue
RSS Blue now support keysend protocol and .well-known lookup scheme which means you will be able to fetch wallet details from any provider that supports it.
Show Notes
Vox Media Podcast Network’ is raising $100 million from Penske Media who will own about 20% of Vox Media, making it the largest shareholder of the company.
Acast published its year-end financial report. In Q4/22, Acast claims 1.3bn listens (up 22% y/y). Net sales for the quarter were up 35% y/y to SEK454mn (US $43.7mn). They are on track towards profitability in 2024.
I think Bumper is the other side of the coin for what I am doing. I'm focused on how to Earn Attention and Listen Time is about measuring time and attention that has been earned. - Steve Pratt.
The Podcast Index website now shows Cross-App comments for individual podcast episodes. The Podcasting 2.0 podcast is a good place to see them.
Spotify drops Anchor but streams on with new TikTok UI for podcast discoverability. RSS.com provides Automatic Transcripts for free
00:42:16
Special Guest: Jordan Blair - Buzzcast Co-Host and Producer
Show Notes:
Anchor is now called Spotify for Podcasters. The new podcast hosting service includes automated ads (US-only, invite-only), and podcast subscriptions (in 34 markets).
Spotify will allows any podcaster to use Q&A and polls - wherever they’re hosted.
A new grassroots industry coalition, the Podcast Standards Project, has been launched to advocate for open podcasting. The group includes podcast hosting companies like RSS.com, Buzzsprout, Red Circle, Captivate and Acast; and podcast players like Pocket Casts and Podverse.
Podcast history: from Oct 13, 2003 - the rediscovered source code for Adam Curry’s iPod AppleScript was the first tool that would automagically update your iPod with any new mp3's that are downloaded to your “Radio UserLand” enclosures folder
Blubrry has removed email addresses from RSS feeds by default (and the latest version of PowerPress also does so).
Acast's SVP Marketing, Comms and Brand, Lizzy Pollott talks Interchangeable Ad Slots, Keyword and Conversational Ad Targeting and The Obamas join Acast. Plus it's Happy Adopt-a-Listener Month!
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 and activist Cory Doctorow has criticised Spotify, the BBC and Apple for operating walled gardens instead of open podcasting
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 regulator. Ofcom just publishes the raw tables of data; It suggests that the number of Brits listening to podcasts hasn’t changed in the last twelve months.
Broadcast to Podcast; plus, a look ahead at The Podcast Show
01:35:58
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.
The Podcast Namespace is working on closing Phase 6 - June 1st.
The Podnews Weekly Review - the last word in podcasting news - will also be the last word on The Amplify Theatre stage at The Podcast Show in London next week. Watch the show, live, with Sam Sethi and James Cridland, with guests and a look back at the news: Thursday May 25 at 4.15pm.
Gaslighting the Industry: Big Names Support, AI Transformations, and RSS Feed Frustrations
01:27:42
(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 discussing the inadequate financial support provided by big names like Apple and Spotify. Join us as we question Apple's secretive approach to supporting events and their reluctance to provide API access for content creators. We also dive into the role of the Podcast Standards Group and their lack of action in challenging these issues and promoting diversity within the industry.
Finally, we explore the transformative potential of AI in podcasting, with a focus on Ausha's AI-powered platform and Buzzsprout's Co-host AI feature. Learn about the benefits of AI-generated titles, descriptions, and chapter markers, as well as the importance of partnering with third-party companies for these services. Don't miss this insightful episode as we navigate the complex landscape of the podcast industry and share our thoughts on these pressing issues.
Spotify Layoffs, AI-Powered Discovery, NYT Audio, and PodX/Listen Merger
01:30:54
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 revolutionizing podcast discovery? Learn how Podchaser's Collections+ leverages AI and machine learning to help listeners find their perfect podcast match. We also dive into Apple's latest updates to their podcast app, enhancing user experience and setting new records for podcast downloads.
But wait, there's more! Discover how PodX's acquisition of Listen, a London-based audio production company, is shaking up the podcasting industry. Hear from Josh and Steffan on the specifics of the deal, their mission to empower podcast creators, and the future of podcast production. Don't miss this opportunity to stay in the know on the ever-evolving world of podcasting. Tune in now!
with Skye Pillsbury - Spotify's Ad Analytics is launched, and Apple to kill value4value?
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(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 as the implications of YouTube's entry into podcasting and Apple's policy on value for value podcasting 2.0. Don't miss our discussion on recent industry news such as Triton's ad booking platform, Spotify's investment in Saudi Arabian gaming podcast PodCamp, and the forthcoming Infinite Dial 2023 Australia report.
As if that's not enough, we also touch on the potential of AI and chatbots in podcasting and share exciting details about upcoming events like Podcast Movement, Pod News Live, the British Podcast Awards, and the Independent Podcast Awards. Plus, we can't help but chat about our vacation plans, working from home, and the joys of long-haul flights. Get ready for an engaging and informative episode you won't want to miss!
Spotify Supremium, Acast Plus Access, and Listener Habits
01:02:58
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 launch of Acast Plus Access.
We also shed light on some intriguing survey results that will change the way you think about podcast listeners' habits. Learn how Mags Creative's deal with CAA will impact the podcasting industry, discover German podcasting's secret sauce, and hear about an unusual investment made by the Australian Radio Network in a leading radio broadcaster and podcast maker. Our conversation is filled with insights and revelations to keep you informed and entertained.
As we wrap up this episode, we discuss the potential of podcast verify and the Podcast Standards project. Get acquainted with podcastdata.org, a powerful new tool for analyzing podcast trends, and find out about exciting upcoming events like Podcast Movement in Denver and Podcast Day Asia in Kuala Lumpur. Don't miss out on this engaging and informative episode covering all the latest happenings in the podcasting world!
Stitcher's Closure, and Naomi Mellor on the International Women's Podcast Awards
01:05:28
(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. Acast's new self-service platform is on the agenda, as is an in-depth analysis of Max Cutler's candid insights on the future of podcasting and his appeal for more resourceful shows. We're also highlighting the latest data on podcast consumption, with statistics from Australia, legal developments in New Zealand, and fresh research from Spain.
Our discourse further extends to the latest events in the industry, featuring everything from MediaCorp's podcast talent hunt in Singapore to Daniel Ek's new role at Spotify. We won't leave out the exciting news on upcoming podcast awards. Buckle up for a fascinating journey into the ever-evolving world of podcasting.
Libsyn's John W Gibbons, and Android's fragmentation
01:16:00
(This produced by Buzzsprout's CoHost AI tool)
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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 with AI's expanding role in podcasting.
The focus then shifts to the business side of podcasting with an exploration of Libsyn's transformative journey and expansion plans, in an interview with John W Gibbons. We'll touch on the challenges of maintaining a successful business, the culture that nurtures innovation, and the importance of strategic financial decision-making, as exemplified by Libsyn's Podcast 2.0 initiative and de-listing saga.
Finally, we'll bring you the latest from the heavy hitters – Audible and Apple Podcasts. We'll discuss Audible's strategy behind labeling exclusive shows. Also, we'll provide a snapshot of the latest data from Buzzsprout's platform stats for June. So, whether you're a podcaster, a podcast enthusiast, or an industry insider, this episode is packed with insights and revelations that you won't want to miss. Listen in!
Celebrating 20 Years of Podcasting with Rob Greenlee and Christopher Lydon
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(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, who applauds podcasting as a platform for impactful discourse.
Are you curious about the evolution of podcasting? Allow Rob to guide you through the remarkable transformation of this medium. From humble beginnings to the advent of high-quality audio and riveting content, and its emergence as an activist catalyst of change, we explore it all. We also probe the influence of mainstream media, the importance of independent voices, and the crucial role of trust in podcasting.
Technology enthusiasts, hold tight for this one - we delve into the latest advancements in podcasting tools. Spotlight on AI-powered tools like Spot On and Adthos that have revolutionized commercial delivery and production. But wait, there's a twist! We express apprehensions about the use of voice cloning technology in enhancing listener engagement. Wrapping up, we introduce you to the novel idea of podcast location tagging by topic, alongside the advantages of utilizing OpenStreetMap IDs. So, tune in and take a leap into the future of podcasting!
Telling Media's Christiana Brenton and Georgie Holt; plus C-18 in Canada and Audioboom's results
01:15:22
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 as we discuss the impact of unions, technophobes versus embracers, and government regulations like Canada's Bill C18 on the podcasting industry.
Also, the power of performance marketing for clients, the importance of a podcast media agency, dazzling AI updates, head-turning Civility Scoring, and other major events shaking up the podcast industry. So, sit tight and join us on this rollercoaster ride through the dynamic universe of podcasting!
Spotify's financials, and Rebecca Sananès on her career and working with Harry and Meghan
01:14:43
(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 inspiring journey. From a humble beginning in small-town Vermont to snagging a National Murrow Award, her story is a testament to perseverance and passion. We'll delve into her experiences, her views on the dynamic podcasting industry, and how she is using this platform to raise the voices of women and the marginalized.
We also spark a debate on video vs podcasts, shedding light on the influence of giants like Netflix and YouTube on podcasting.
Exploring the 'Podfather' Adam Curry's Boostagram Ball: and the British Podcast Awards Controversy
01:16:21
(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 as we navigate the choppy waters of the namespace, value block, and remote item. Discover their potential impact on artist payments and industry transparency, and the wizardry behind wallet switches that set Boost the Grand Ball apart. We'll also shed light on Amazon's new ad revenue scheme, Dave Wiener's interoperability concept, and the untapped potential of the Lightning Network.
As we round off our journey, we'll look at the seismic shifts in the podcast industry, from the controversy around the British Podcast Awards to the latest industry acquisitions and layoffs. Hear straight from Jake Warren on the changes to the British Podcast Awards - and he's not happy.
SquadCast acquired by Descript and IPFS podcasting
01:56:28
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 Zack and Rock from Squadcast, join us to unravel these intriguing developments. We'll explore how Squadcast is now free to all Descript users and how the integration of these two platforms will empower creators like never before. What's more, we'll discuss how this collaboration will make 4K recordings available, what it means for production in all its stages, and its potential impact on profit and promotion.
Lastly, we'll bring you the chance to hear from Sir Aleks Gates, a pioneer in podcasting 2.0 technologies. He'll guide us through the intricacies of Podping, a technology enabling live stream notifications and eliminating the need for polling. Plus, get ready to discover the Interplanetary File System (IPFS) network with Cameron from IPFS Podcasting, an incredible development that might just enable micro payments with Satoshi for hosting. Stay tuned for a podcast episode packed full of insightful information and exciting future possibilities for podcasting!
YouTube's RSS Support, and Transcribe.FM with Nathan Gathright
01:10:43
(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 least, that's what Sam calls it).
We've scored a podcasting coup this week with special guest Nathan Gathright, who we talk to about Transcribe.FM and his work.
In our final segment, we talk shop about the seismic shifts in the podcasting landscape brought about by new hires and corporate acquisitions. We applaud Apple's hiring of Stacy Goers, the implications of these power moves, and what they might mean for the future of podcasting. We also take an exciting detour into the world of podcast transcription, sharing our thoughts on the best options available and how to make the most of them. It's a rollercoaster ride through podcasting that you won't want to miss. So come along and get ready for a whirlwind journey through the ever-evolving podcasting landscape.
Ainsley Costello and Sam Mean on music in podcasting; Greg Glenday, Acast's new Chief Business Officer
01:35:30
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 talks to us; and Sam and James take a look at the stories from Podnews.
Ross Adams from Acast; Pete Birsinger from Podscribe; and the last word in podcasting news
01:10:23
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 discuss how it underlines the importance of maintaining independence and objectivity when measuring and reporting on campaigns. We also delve into Acast's deal with PodScribe and its implications for podcast brand safety and contextual targeting - something every podcaster needs to be aware of.
Finally, we cover a range of industry updates and news. From a spine-chilling Australian horror film about podcasting to the unveiling of Edison Research's upcoming Latino podcast listener report. Plus, we analyze recent appointments in the podcasting industry and discuss the controversy surrounding Russell Brand.
Exclusive Edison Podcast Metrics UK data; and the dangers of headphones
00:30:09
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.
Spotify's audiobooks, Canada's regulation, and Sam at the British Podcast Awards
00:53:48
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 regulations imposed by the CRTC. Explore with us the potential impacts on content creators and streaming services in the Maple Leaf country. Get a closer peek at the future of streaming services as we delve into the concept of attention metrics. As a cherry on top, we'll raise a toast to Quill's astounding stride as one of Canada's fastest-growing companies.
Finally, we'll put a spotlight on the winners of the Black Podcasting Awards, the Spark Media Awards and more. And don't forget the exhilarating success of Podnews Live, the burgeoning podcast audience in Italy and Nigeria, and the latest personnel changes at VoiceWorks. So buckle up for an enlightening journey into the heart of podcasting!
Gene Liverman joins us, with Steve Goldstein and Jay Nachlis revealing more about YouTube and podcasting
01:03:33
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 host Steve Goldstein and Jay Nachlis whose study on YouTube's role in podcasting has brought some fascinating revelations to light. Have you ever wondered why YouTube is the most popular platform for podcast consumption? Or why there is a distinct difference between younger and older audiences' podcast consumption habits? Get answers to this and more, as we explore the importance of understanding your audience before deciding to use YouTube for your podcast."
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Exploring Buzzsprout with Tom Rossi and Podhome with Barry Luijbregts
01:33:29
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 platform for creating, hosting, and distributing podcasts. Our special guest, Barry Luijbregts, the founder, and lead developer of Podhome, offers his invaluable insights into AI suggestions, support for music shows, and many more exciting aspects of this platform. Plus, we'll take a critical look at the problems that plague podcast RSS feeds and suggest ways to improve them.
We'll round up this week's episode with a discussion on the latest industry updates, including an end to Coronacast, one of Australia's most popular podcasts, and the first podcast acquisition by Tenderfoot TV. Additionally, we'll jog through a review of the latest audio tools released this week, such as Audio Hijack's transcription module and Spooler's location-based audio discovery tool. Lastly, we'll touch on PodCon MX, the first-ever live-streamed podcast conference, and how it ran successfully. So saddle up for an exciting journey into the universe of podcasting!
Live Streaming at Podcon MX with Alberto Betella; and Ainsley Costello
01:15:24
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 upcoming events.
Advancements in podcasting are gaining momentum, and YouTube is not being left behind. Step into the world of RSS ingestion tools and how YouTube is bolstering support for podcasts via RSS feeds on its Music app. But it's not all tech talks; we bring to light the ongoing court case between the National Association of Deaf and SiriusXM and ponder over its potential impact on the podcasting industry and ADA law. Plus, we've got some thrilling news about the forthcoming live shows at the iconic First Avenue in Minneapolis which promise to be a technological marvel.
In the final segment, we dive into the nitty-gritty of podcast tech. Discover Antenna Pod's new person feature, the proposed removal of podcast images namespace value and the potential of the alternate enclosure tag. We talk about the importance of tags in podcasting and how the alternate enclosure tag is revolutionizing audio and video switching in podcast apps. And for all you podcast creators who value your privacy, we share a fail-safe method for protecting your email address in RSS feeds using podprotectemail.com. So, plug in your earphones and get ready for an enlightening episode filled with incredible insights!
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.
Copyright claims, Spotify's job losses, Pod People and Podgagement
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(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 of Pod People, gives us an inside look at her journey from starting her company to securing high-profile clients such as HBO and Netflix, and underlines the importance of social media in promoting podcasts. Ever wondered how to measure success in podcasting? We navigate the tricky world of podcast marketing and measurement, shedding light on the rise of new services and metrics that matter in this industry.
Finally, we tackle link management tools for podcasts, putting a spotlight on LinkFire, and introducing you to Podgagement, a platform designed to turbo-boost podcast growth. Hear straight from Daniel J Lewis, the creator of Podgagement, about the exciting features of his newly launched platform. We wrap it all up by casting an eye over recent podcasting news and updates, offering reflections on the state of the industry, the challenges we face, and the opportunities that are ripe for the picking. Join us for an enlightening journey through the podcasting universe!
TWiT Layoffs, Ainsley Costello and Just Loud, and a bombshell
01:11:51
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.
PodcastAI; Fountain; Podcast Guru; and Apple's effect on downloads
01:40:29
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 queries with flair. Fountain's co-founder, Oscar Merry, also drops by to share the exciting new updates of the Fountain 1.0 app, which promises to elevate user experience and listener engagement to new heights.
In our conversation with Edward, we unearth the prospect of B2B opportunities within the bustling podcast business, discussing the recent expansion moves by Podcast AI and the potential of pre-production support using AI technology. On the flip side, we're also looking into Spotify's foray into audiobooks and how their latest venture might shape the industry's future. Plus, we give a hat tip to Kate Cocker's "Everyday Positivity" for her 2000th episode and her charitable efforts with UNICEF, and we travel the world in a round-up of global podcast happenings—from Adalicious's new US representation to the rise of erotic podcasts in Germany.
Wrapping up, we tackle the evolution of podcasting tools with updates on Activity Pub support, Blueberry's Value Block Time Splits, and Libsyn's commitment to Podcasting 2.0. As we recount the year's predictions and set our sights on the future, we leave you with a treasure trove of insights to mull over during our short break. Remember, the Weekly Review is just around the corner, so stay tuned for the freshest scoop on the podcasting realm. Join us for this episode that's bursting at the seams with innovation, inspiration, and a good measure of introspection.
2023's highlights, and 2024's predictions from our friends
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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 Kyrin Down from Mere Mortals Marie Le Roux Alex Sadikov Khudania Ajay Rockie Thomas from SoundStack Sophie Hind from Voiceworks Sport Ross Adams from Acast
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