Industry News 📰
Spotify Stream On: New Ad Network, Subscription Options For Podcasters
In a series of moves Spotify said will help podcasters on its platform better monetize their content, the company on Monday announced plans to debut a new advertising network and add a subscription podcast feature that producers will be able to opt into. It came during the company’s slick Stream On presentation that it used to unveil a wide variety of new products and services. Check out theIr key updates page HERE for all the key highlights.
TED Launches Its Own Network Of Like-Minded Podcasts
TED has gotten into the curation business. It has launched the TED Audio Collective, a network of podcasts that it says is a home for the series co-developed by TED and its featured speakers as well as shows developed and produced by producers it says are “inspiring thinkers and creators” independent from the TED family.
Vurbl Announces Publishing Partnership With a360 Media
Vurbl has just announced a paramount ad partnership with, a360 Media, which owns and operates the leading celebrity and health & wellness brands in the country including Us Weekly, inTouch, Life & Style, Closer Weekly and many more. With cutting edge audio streaming technology, ability to snip longform content into bite-size and highly consumable show highlights and clips, Vurbl will provide a360 with additional podcast revenue through Vurbl audio embeds, and on multiple a360 Vurbl-hosted audio Stations.
An App For A Diverse Audience
Pod Digital Media has released an app featuring shows hosted by Black, Latino, Asian and other podcasters of color. With the new app podcasters may now access listenership rate, demographics, when and from where they are listening.
Buzzsprout & Spreaker Fend Off Digital Heist Attempt
The podcast hosting platforms Buzzsprout are Spreaker are mostly back to normal, but they have told users that they were the targets of distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks. Buzzsprout company said it initially thought it was having problems with one of its servers on Sunday, but soon realized it was under attack.
Communities We Love ❤️🧑🏿🤝🧑🏽
Vurbl Creator Hub (FB Group)
A place for Vurbl audio creators to share what works, get advice and find answers to technical questions.
Podcast Creators Haven (FB Group)
Podcast Creators Haven is a support group for podcasters to help each other promote and share their podcasts. The group will also share tips and strategies on how to grow their podcast audience.
Remote Content Creators By Riverside.fm (FB Group)
This is a place for Riverside users to interact with each other and with the Riverside team. Share experiences and learn best practices for making professional-looking content remotely.
Gear 🎙️
Rode Releases Wireless Go II
Australian audio experts Rode has announced the Wireless Go II, its second-generation dual channel wireless microphone system. The new system consists of the same basic form factor as its Wireless Go predecessor, but adds the ability to record two sound sources at once, improved device compatibility and onboard storage. Check out this review of the Wireless Go II from the folks at B&H Photo & Video
Bingeworthy 📺📚
🎧 Renegades: Born In The USA
Renegades: Born in the USA is a series of conversations between President Barack Obama and Bruce Springsteen about their lives, music, and enduring love of America—despite all its challenges.
Pods We Love ❤️🎧
Hinted Neuron
Hinted Neuron is a podcast that engages in deep conversations and explores controversial questions about society, Philosophy, The human mind, Game theory, and Postmodernism.
Diversity Be Like
Sequoia Houston, explores the nuanced dynamics of diversity and what true diversity looks like. Enjoy interviews with industry leading experts as they discuss challenges associated with diversity in various forms, why diversity is important and what we can all do to foster a culture that is committed to authentic diversity, equity, inclusion and respect.
Creating A Brand
Creating a Brand is a top 20 entrepreneurship podcast that releases weekly masterclass interviews. Join Alex Sanfilippo as he shares actionable content from successful leaders and subject matter experts on topics that help entrepreneurs make their first or next step in business the right one.
Stressed Depressed & Anxious
Stressed Depressed & Anxious is a podcast about stress, depression and anxiety in a life of a 20 something. Come listen to all the shenanigans
Paranormal Puffin
A podcast about things that are paranormal, supernatural, superstitious, or mythological in nature as well as urban legends and the occasional conspiracy theory.
Apps & Tools 🧰
PodMatch - A.I. Matching For Podcast Guests & Hosts
Ditch the podcast guest directory! PodMatch uses A.I. to painlessly match ideal podcast guests and hosts together to produce high quality podcast interviews.
WebiCaster - Connecting Podcasters with Guests
WebiCaster, the website for podcasters, is the easiest way to discover amazing people who want to be part of your podcast. It's like Tinder, but for podcasters!
Podcast Intro Music 101
Looking for music for your podcast intro? Check out this guide from Transistor, with tips, royality-free music site recommendations and the dos & don'ts when it comes to sourcing music. You can also download free royalty-free tracks (MP3 and WAV) directly from the site.
Refer-O-Matic (Waitlist) - Grow Your Podcast With Word-of-mouth
Introducing Refer-O-Matic, a referral tool for podcasters. Grow your audience by rewarding your fans for sharing your show.
Podfan - Podcast Membership For Everyone
The simplest, easiest way to offer premium audio, either as as a companion to your free podcast or on its own.
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Nuggets 🤓
3 Quick Tips For Podcasters On The Clubhouse App
The Clubhouse app is the uber-popular, audio-based social media app. Some have described it as a 24/7 virtual panel where you can sit in and even participate in the live audio of other creatives, industry professionals, and even celebrities. Check out this post by Suzy Chase on 3 Quick Tips if you're a podcaster on the Clubhouse app.
How To Create A Great Podcast Listener Experience
There’s a lot of buzz about creating an amazing user experience when it comes to websites. For podcasts, it’s pretty much the same thing but for listeners. Check out this blog from Quillit.io on creating a great podcast listener experience.
Events 🎫
The Business of Podcasting Summit - March 6 (Virtual)
There’s much more to podcasting than recording & editing. However, with all of the information out there it can be difficult to know where to start. This is where The Business of Podcasting Summit fills the gap. StreamYard & Blk Pod Collective have come together to bring you a day long interactive virtual event, featuring 4 workshops, 2 panels and various vendors.
Podfest Global Global Submit - March 1-5 (Virtual)
Created by Chris Krimitsos in 2015, Podfest Global has grown into a recurring, must-attend yearly gathering that is now international, drawing creators from all over the world. You will see friendly faces and speakers who are experts in their field, delivering the most valuable, recent content from the virtual stage AND backstage. Check out the full schedule HERE
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