Industry News 📰
SiriusXM to Shut Down Stitcher Podcast App
SiriusXM is set to close its podcast app, Stitcher, by end of August to funnel more users towards its SXM app. The SiriusXM Podcast Network remains untouched and no layoffs will occur. Stitcher’s popular podcasts like Freakonomics Radio will continue being available. Stitcher Premium subscribers have been offered a six-month free SiriusXM Platinum Streaming trial. The company has also restructured to place podcasts under the leadership of former Team Coco president, Adam Sachs.
Entries Open For The 2023 International Women’s Podcast Awards
The International Women’s Podcast Awards (IWPAs) are now open for entries until September 22, 2023. Organized by Everybody Media, the awards celebrate diversity in podcasting worldwide. The shortlists will be out in October and the ceremony will occur on November 6 at London’s Conduit, also broadcast globally. Inclusivity initiatives include a UK-based bursary and fee reimbursements for independent BIPOC, Queer and Trans audio creators. Enter through Everybody Media’s website.
AI Set To Take Over Podcasting
Acast’s survey of 400 U.S weekly podcast users revealed strong support for AI in enhancing technical aspects of podcasts. A high percentage of listeners approved the use of AI for improving audio quality (82%), language translation (80%), automatic transcription and real-time captions (79% each). Other favored applications included generating listener drop-off reports, producing show notes and episode summaries, and suggesting related episodes. However, there was less acceptance for AI simulation of podcasters reading ads and creating “realistic” content.
Spotify Opens Free Podcasting Studio For Inclusive Voices
Spotify has partnered with Atlanta-based Nourish Botanica for its Making Space initiative, offering podcasting opportunities to underrepresented voices. The partnership includes providing free podcasting equipment to create a professional recording space within the community-owned shop. A panel discussion was held featuring owner Quianah Upton, podcast host Jennifer Lind, and musician Saucy Santana. The studio opens on July 6.
The Podcast Host Releases The 'Indie Pod Manifesto'
In a poignant and passionate tribute known as “The IndiePod Manifesto”, The Podcast Host has rallied behind the cause of independent podcasters. The manifesto also extends a warm invitation to potential creators out there. It encourages them to join this vibrant community of independent thinkers and contribute towards shaping a more diverse narrative landscape filled with equal representation and deep-rooted authenticity.
Communities We Love ❤️🧑🏿🤝🧑🏽
The Podcast Network
The Podcast Network, the rapidly growing FB group for proactive entrepreneurs, podcast aficionados, and potential guests. The primary objective at The Podcast Network is to rise as the foremost digital platform for business owners who either host podcasts or are on the lookout for opportunities to feature as a guest.
Gear 🎙️
Best Podcasting Microphones
Looking for a new podcasting mic? Check out this comprehensive guide detailing the top ten microphones for podcasting, broadcasting, and content creation. It highlights the key features of each microphone, their unique selling points (also known as ‘X-Factors’), and provides links for additional information or purchases via an affiliate partnership with Sweetwater. The list showcases a variety of microphone models that cater to diverse budgets, technical requirements, and sound quality preferences of podcasters and content creators.
Bingeworthy 📺📚
How Podcaster Andrew Huberman Got America to Care About Science
Check out this Time article about Andrew Huberman, a neuroscientist from Stanford University renowned for his work on neuroplasticity, memory and learning. He is the host of the popular podcast, Huberman Lab, which simplifies complex scientific concepts. Even though he has garnered fame and encountered criticism for certain facets of his work - including appearances on controversial shows and promoting dietary supplements - Huberman remains committed to his academic endeavours and to making science accessible to everyone.
Pods We Love ❤️🎧
Straight Outta The Lair with Flex Lewis
Straight Outta The Lair is a podcast hosted by 7x Mr. Olympia 212 Champion Flex Lewis, aiming to provide listeners with valuable insights gathered from interviews with various guests. The podcast explores life’s ambitions and covers numerous topics from the guests’ personal experiences, struggles, philosophies, and more.
More or Less: Behind the Stats
More or Less: Behind the Statsl a popular podcast from BBC Radio 4, offers digestible insights into global statistics that define our world today. Hosted by Tim Harford and his team, the show explores a wide array of topics ranging from immigration to birth rates to national debt.
Therapy Chat
Therapy Chat, hosted by Laura Reagan, LCSW-C, is a podcast that features in-depth discussions with professionals in the fields of psychotherapy, counseling, coaching, and healing. This series navigates through holistic and alternative methodologies, placing a keen focus on self-care strategies for therapists to avoid burnout.
Apps & Tools 🧰
Wondercraft - Effortless Podcast Creation With AI
Wondercraft is a podcast builder that leverages AI voices to let anyone go from idea to published podcast in minutes. For example, you can effortlessly repurpose existing content (newsletters, blogs, interviews, recordings), to create engaging podcasts.
Texo - Your Podcast Assistant
Texo is a new AI-powered service that automates the creation of podcast show notes, articles, and social posts. Users can upload their recorded audio file and within minutes, Texo generates several pieces of ready-to-publish content. This includes headlines, show notes, key themes, questions, quotes, as well as social media posts and hashtags. Users can also interact with an AI chatbot to extract any other required content.
AutoThread AI - Turn Your Podcast Into Enganging Twitter Threads
AutoThread AI is a tool that transforms your videos or audios into engaging Twitter threads in just one click. Whether it’s a YouTube video or an MP3 file, AutoThread AI can generate a Twitter thread for it in minutes, saving the user considerable time and effort.
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