Industry News 📰
Libsyn Acquires Podcast Monetization Platform Glow
Libsyn has announced the acquisition of Glow, a leading podcast monetization platform that enables podcasters to build membership programs and generate listener-supported revenue. Glow’s membership technology, which includes private feed distribution and subscription billing, will allow podcasters on Libsyn’s 75,000+ podcasts to benefit from new monetization features and tap into significant new revenue streams.
AdsWizz Surpasses 1 Billion Monthly Podcast Downloads
AdsWizz has reached the milestone of over 1 billion monthly downloads from its audio platform. The platform is used by leading media companies and podcast publishers including NPR, The New York Times, NBCUniversal News Group, American Public Media, Stitcher & PodcastOne.
Vox Media Acquires Preet Bharara's Podcast Company Cafe Studios
Vox Media announced the acquisition of Cafe Studios, the podcast company co-founded by Preet Bharara, former U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York. It is Vox Media’s fourth merger or acquisition in the last three years.
Spotify Launches New Top And Trending Podcasts Charts
Spotify is rolling out Top Podcasts and Trending Podcasts Charts in 26 markets. Also, on Spotify, an updated podcasting experience is also launching, with creators receiving a notification into a visual card to share across social media, alerting fans to their rise in popularity.
Google Podcasts Hits 100 million Installs on Android
Google Podcasts has reached 100 million installs since its launch in 2018. The free and feature-limited app syncs your podcast library between Android, smart speakers, and any web-connected device.
PodLog
Podpage Adds Full Website Search
Podcast website builder Podpage has added a full website search feature for it's pro users. The feature gives listeners the ability to search across episodes, custom pages, guest profiles, and blog posts!
Resonate Recordings Adds Remote Recording
Popular podcast production company Resonate Recordings has launched a Remote Recorder app that lets you record high-fidelity remote interviews and post-produce audio without using another program. Currently, the app is browser-based for desktop PC's only, but is compatible with all major browsers.
Communities We Love ❤️🧑🏿🤝🧑🏽
Expert To Influencer Podcasting Secrets (FB Group)
This group is built specifically for talented professionals who want to become well-known influencers in their industry through podcasting.
Podcast Builders League (FB Group)
Founded in 2017, the Podcast Builders League is an active, and actively moderated community of (mostly) Independent Podcasters.
Radio & Podcast Professionals (LinkedIn Group)
This group is dedicated to Radio & Podcast Professionals worldwide.
Gear 🎙️
Spotify’s Voice-Controlled ‘Car Thing’ Launches
Spotify’s touchscreen and voice-activated car gadget has finally arrived as a limited release to some eligible users in the U.S. It works by prompting ‘Hey Spotify,’ before asking for a playlist, podcast, song, or artist. Car Thing’s limited rollout will be offered on an invite-only basis.
RØDE Connect - Podcasting And Streaming Software for the NT-USB Mini
Røde has introduced a companion software for the NT-USB Mini. Røde Connect is the easiest way to record a podcast and livestream with incredible audio and allows you to connect and record up to 4 NT-USB Mini mics. The NT-USB Mini’s internal DSP gives you access to a compressor, noise gate, and legendary APHEX Aural Exciter and Big Bottom effects. Check out this video for a thorough breakdown.
Bingeworthy 📺📚
📚 Podcasts Could Be A Big Winner With The Demise Of Cookies
Audio and podcasting are uniquely positioned to lead its next, cookieless era, built on less intrusive and more effective methods for understanding and engaging with audiences.
Could podcasts be the big winner with Apple & Google announcing its plans to stop using cookie-tracking technology? Check out this insightful article from Jonathan Gill for Forbes
📚 Podcast Helped California Cops Crack 1996 Student Killing
Chris Lambert created a podcast about the 1996 disappearance of college freshman Kristin Smart. The eight-part series, “Your Own Backyard,” has now surpassed 7.5 million downloads. This is the latest in a line of true-crime podcasts credited with producing results in court cases.
Pods We Love ❤️🎧
The Sneaker Box
The Sneaker Box is the ultimate source to keep sneaker lovers updated weekly with news and information about upcoming sneakers.
Curiosity Cake
Curiosity Cake is a podcast for adults who still have a child-like sense of curiosity about the world. Featuring laid back conversations with experts across a wide range of subjects.
Indie Bites
Short, bite-sized conversations with indie hackers that have started small, profitable and bootstrapped businesses. You'll learn how they come up with ideas, what they do to validate, find those first customers and make a sustainable income.
The Back Bar Podcast
3 old pals shooting the shit about life, from touchdowns to lockdowns and everything in between. Having a laugh with a mix of interviews, old stories and chatting about what's going on in the world.
Apps & Tools 🧰
Caproni - Publish Your Podcast And Sell online. Easier Than Anywhere Else
Caproni is a suite of world-class podcasting tools that lets content creators leverage their talent without having to navigate complex technology or surrender control of their audience. With Caproni, posting your podcast to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts & more is automatic after a quick one time setup.
Backup My Podcast - Automatic Podcast Backups
Backup My Podcast helps podcasters who want to keep their best work safe from server outages or other disruption, by providing a one-click backup solution that needs no technical knowhow, and no uploading of files.
Afterglow - Short Stories & Podcasts
Daily 15 minutes of Happiness, Warmth, Motivation, Curiosity, Fun, Inspiration with 2-minute podcasts from like-minded people and then you could help make 15 minutes better for others.
Poddq - Search & Transcribe Your Podcast
Poddq makes your podcast searchable. We transcribe all your episodes, you embed our widget into your website–that's it. Now your audience can search through hours of conversations within seconds. And with a click, they start listening to the relevant sections.
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Nicky Podcast Preparations Inc
Nicky Podcast Preparations Inc is a podcast management/consultancy agency for podcasters to get their podcast seen more, heard more and grow it into a big successful show.
Our services include generating more downloads, recognition, finding high-profile guests, sponsorship, and newsletters placement, as well as connecting you with high-profile magazines.
Our current clients include - Jimmy Bonds Podcast, Revisionary Podcast, Crimes and Consequences Hardcore True Crime, Los’ Lounge, The Terrance Henry Experience, Health & Wealth Podcast with Carter & Tim, Bound By Divine Worth, She’s All Over The Place & More Than Athletes Podcast.
Nuggets 🤓
Podcast Sponsorships: How Much Should You Charge?
If you're to get sponsors for your podcast, the first question is often "how much should I charge?" Gilon Marts from the Buzzsprout Content Team breaks down how to price your ads when pitching potential sponsors.
How To Think About Podcast Analytics With Vox Media (Webinar Replay)
What can your podcast analytics tell you, and how can you use them to grow your audience? PRX and the Google Podcasts creator program presents this podcasting webinar with special guests from Vox Media!
Events 🎫
Pods Up: Get Legal - April 22 (Virtual)
Pods Up North is a series of events to support and celebrate podcasters. This event is presented by top digital and media lawyer Cliff Fluet. Cliff will delve into the most common queries when it comes to the law and podcasts. He will talk about the legal implications and considerations when making a podcast.
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