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Send us a textIn this episode, we weigh the pros and cons of the new Podhero app (will it actually help podcasters make more money?) and work our way through the recent spate of podcast company acquisitions to discuss their impact on independent podcast creators.Check out Rabbit Hole, our new favorite podcast at Buzzsprout HQ.Articles referenced in this episode:Meet Podhero - The Easiest Way to Support Podcast CreatorsYouGov - How many Americans are willing to pay for podcasts?SiriusXM Acquires A Podcast Management and Analytics PlatformSpotify strikes exclusive podcasting deal with Kim Kardashian WestHand Over Advertiser Info or Be Taken Down: Ximalaya Shocks PodcastersJoin the Buzzsprout Podcast Community on Facebook, so you don't miss out on the "Free Year of Descript" contest we plan on running soon.Review Buzzcast in Podchaser to let us know what you think of the show.Contact Buzzcast Send us a text message Tweet us at @buzzcastpodcast, @albanbrooke, @kfinn, and @JordanPods Thanks for listening and Keep Podcasting!

Send us a textIn this episode, we announce the five winners of our Buzzsprout Podcast Community 10k Member contest, discuss Buzzsprout's new Descript integration, sit down for a chat with Heather from Descript, and ponder why Amazon is considering getting into the podcast game.Check out our full Descript review and walk-through.10k Facebook Group Winners:Cullen Reeves, We're Here For The BoosMark Jacob Halberg, The Fandom EffectMartin Cowan, Movie Probe: With Stewart and MartinKeila Cash, WrestleSoapTopiaProfessional Use Only PodcastJoin the Buzzsprout Podcast Community on Facebook, so you don't miss out on the "Free Year of Descript" contest we plan on running soon.Articles About Amazon Podcasts:"Amazon’s Audible Goes Beyond Books to Chase Spotify in Podcasts," Bloomberg"Scoop: Amazon's local podcast play," AxiosReview Buzzcast in Podchaser to let us know what you think of the show.Contact Buzzcast Send us a text message Tweet us at @buzzcastpodcast, @albanbrooke, @kfinn, and @JordanPods Thanks for listening and Keep Podcasting!

Send us a textIn this episode, we do a deep dive into the bombshell that Joe Rogan will soon be exclusively available on Spotify, what worries us about Podcast Addict getting kicked out of the Google Play store, the new Buzzsprout Transcripts feature, and some of our favorite podcasting tools for taking your show to the next level.Read the official press release put out by Spotify and Joe Rogan about the new $100 Million deal.Watch Travis' session from the Outlier Podcast Festival on the Buzzsprout YouTube channel.Review Buzzcast in Podchaser to let us know what you think of the show.Have an idea for something we should talk about? Submit a topic in our Listener Suggestions form or post it in the Buzzsprout Podcast Community on FacebookContact Buzzcast Send us a text message Tweet us at @buzzcastpodcast, @albanbrooke, @kfinn, and @JordanPods Thanks for listening and Keep Podcasting!

Send us a textIn our first-ever live-streamed episode, we revisit the new Magic Mastering feature in all its glory, Alban shares his experience as a guest on Smart Passive Income, and we dive into Google Podcasts Manager.Claim your podcast on Google Podcasts Manager.Check out Alban's guest appearance on the Smart Passive Income podcast. (Emergency Episode #4)Livestream Software:Ecamm LiveRestreamSquadcast.fmPlaces to find podcasting gear:B&H PhotoSweetwaterCrutchfieldBSWReview Buzzcast in Podchaser to let us know what you think of the show.Have an idea for something we should talk about? Submit a topic in our Listener Suggestions form or post it in the Buzzsprout Podcast Community on FacebookContact Buzzcast Send us a text message Tweet us at @buzzcastpodcast, @albanbrooke, @kfinn, and @JordanPods Thanks for listening and Keep Podcasting!

Send us a textIn this week's episode, we'll discuss exciting the videos and podcasts coming soon from Buzzsprout, all the projects we wrapped up in our last work cycle, and chat with JJ about what makes Goodpods a great opportunity for podcasters to grow their audience.Download Goodpods from the Apple app store (Currently available in the US and Australia)New Content from Buzzsprout:Audacity Tutorial series on YouTube5MM Rebrand into Podcasting Q&AHindenburg TutorialX-Ray Cycle Projects:New subscribe buttons added to podcast episode pagesMore functionality on our mobile websiteOne-click submission to 4x new podcast directoriesMagic MasteringReview Buzzcast in Podchaser to let us know what you think of the show.Have an idea for something we should talk about? Submit a topic in our Listener Suggestions form or post it in the Buzzsprout Podcast Community on FacebookContact Buzzcast Send us a text message Tweet us at @buzzcastpodcast, @albanbrooke, @kfinn, and @JordanPods Thanks for listening and Keep Podcasting!

Send us a textIn this week's self-quarantine edition of Buzzcast, we discuss Kevin's new podcast recording studio, whether or not podcast downloads are bouncing back, what we think of Podtrac's newest data product, and why Hindenburg is the best software you've never heard of.Check out Kevin's write-up detailing his home podcast studio build-out.Watch our Hindenburg Journalist Pro tutorial on YouTube.Review Buzzcast in Podchaser to let us know what you think of the show.Have an idea for something we should talk about? Submit a topic in our Listener Suggestions form or post it in the Buzzsprout Podcast Community on Facebook.Contact Buzzcast Send us a text message Tweet us at @buzzcastpodcast, @albanbrooke, @kfinn, and @JordanPods Thanks for listening and Keep Podcasting!

Send us a textIn this week's self-quarantine edition of Buzzcast, we discuss the impact COVID-19 has had on podcast consumption, how to conduct remote podcast interviews, and our thoughts on the new Google Podcasts app released for iPhones.Affordable sound treatment to improve your audio quality:2" Foam PanelsBass TrapsSound BlanketRemote recording software solutions:SquadcastZoomSkypeBlogs to help you podcast from home:How to Record Long-Distance Podcast InterviewsHow to Record Phone Calls for PodcastsAcoustic Treatment for Podcasters: How to Prepare Your Home Studio Without Spending a Lot of MoneyReview Buzzcast in Podchaser to let us know what you think of the show.Have an idea for something we should talk about? Submit a topic in our Listener Suggestions form or post it in the Buzzsprout Podcast Community on Facebook.Contact Buzzcast Send us a text message Tweet us at @buzzcastpodcast, @albanbrooke, @kfinn, and @JordanPods Thanks for listening and Keep Podcasting!

Send us a textThis week we recap this year's Podfest Expo, dive into the monetization strategies that are currently working for indie podcasters, and share about several companies we like that are innovating in the podcast space.Review Buzzcast in Podchaser and Travis will listen and review your podcast as well!Download Alban's slides from Podfest on "How to Monetize a Podcast with less than 10,000 Listeners."Companies we like a lot:PodchaserSquadcastGoodpodsHave an idea for something we should talk about? Submit a topic in our Listener Suggestions form or post it in the Buzzsprout Podcast Community on Facebook.Contact Buzzcast Send us a text message Tweet us at @buzzcastpodcast, @albanbrooke, @kfinn, and @JordanPods Thanks for listening and Keep Podcasting!

Send us a textThis week we recap the new Buzzsprout features we released in our Whiskey work cycle, take a moment of silence to commemorate the discontinuation of the Audio-Technica ATR2100, and reveal the innovative podcasts we've been listening to recently.Join our free How to Start a Podcast online course.Check out the Samson Q2U, our new most recommended microphone for new podcasters.Download Travis' slides from the Spark Christian Podcast Conference on Understanding Your Analytics (and sign-up for the Digital Access Pass to watch the keynote).Here's a list of the projects we wrapped up during the Whiskey work cycle:Advanced Podcast StatisticsPublic Support Ratings"How to Start a Podcast" online courseUntitled Episode diesCustom Episode WebpageSkip Audio for NowPodcasts we mention in this episode:The Kid CriticsPanic Podcast / Episode 2: PantscastNaval Podcast (Tweet-storm episodes)1619 by The New York TimesImpeachment, explained by VoxPod Save America: On the ground in IowaHave an idea for something we should talk about? Submit a topic in our Listener Suggestions form or post it in the Buzzsprout Podcast Community on Facebook.Disclosure: Some of these product links are affiliate links, which means Buzzsprout might receive a small commission if you decide to purchase them.Contact Buzzcast Send us a text message Tweet us at @buzzcastpodcast, @albanbrooke, @kfinn, and @JordanPods Thanks for listening and Keep Podcasting!

Send us a textThis week we talk about Buzzsprout's Podfest Party at Disney World, 2020 podcast trends across all of Buzzsprout's users, and answer an RSS feed question from Alex.Learn more about Feedburner and Apple's Mirror Links if you're interested in controlling your RSS feed outside of your podcast host.Have an idea for something we should talk about? Submit a topic in our Listener Suggestions form or post it in the Buzzsprout Podcast Community on Facebook.Contact Buzzcast Send us a text message Tweet us at @buzzcastpodcast, @albanbrooke, @kfinn, and @JordanPods Thanks for listening and Keep Podcasting!