This week features Mike Russell from Music Radio Creative, known for his audio production expertise, Dustin Bluck from Castro, a pioneer in podcast app innovation, and Russell Harrower from PodToo, focusing on indie developer support. They dive into the new Pod Fund aimed at growing independent podcast applications. The discussion highlights the role of AI in enhancing content creation and the vibrant podcasting culture in Asia. Also on the table is Castro's unique features and upcoming advancements, along with the competitive landscape shaped by Spotify's dominance.

Buzzsprout's Alban Brooke shares insights on the new Android app, podcast paywalls, and YouTube adding podcasts. PodToo's Russell Harrower discusses events like Podcast Movement, Podcast Asia, and Podcasting 2.0. The hosts cover topics on podcast transcription, monetization, and the evolving podcast landscape.