Buzzcast

The podcast delves into various topics such as video episodes on Spotify for non-hosted podcasts, Buzzsprout's new backup feature, automated chapters, and video podcasts on Spotify. They also discuss listener feedback, website domain stories, and their East Coast tour experiences.

Send us a textJordan and Kevin hop on a quick snapcast to celebrate Buzzcast's downloads going back up! Check out the Buzzcast OP3 page here.  Kevin also reveals a little something new the team at Buzzsprout has been working on! Contact Buzzcast Send us a text message Tweet us at @buzzcastpodcast, @albanbrooke, @kfinn, and @JordanPods Thanks for listening and Keep Podcasting!

Send us a textAs we try to solve the mystery of fluctuating podcast downloads, we delve into a more serious conversation sparked by recent trends on the Buzzsprout platform. Could it be the ripple effect of Apple's auto-download adjustments, or is something else at play? We offer up some troubleshooting tips for fellow podcasters. The discussion continues with a look at Spotify's latest features, including transcripts and chapter markers. We'll share firsthand experiences and management strategies to help podcasters make the most of these updates.Alban will be at the Podcast Movement Meetups next week! If you want to join in on the fun, RSVP here:DC MeetupPhilly MeetupNYC MeetupPlus, we pay tribute to an incredible member of our support team, Addie, as she embarks on a new chapter focused on family. Send in your cheers and warm wishes to support@buzzsprout.com as we celebrate her dedication to the podcast community!Sound-Off Question: If you're using Fan Mail, how big is your podcast & have you been getting messages?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 episode, we are revealing how we've made Buzzsprout Ads even better with a way for advertisers to have more control over what podcasts run their ads! Plus, we've rolled out Fan Mail for all Buzzsprout podcasters and are taking the time to answer questions about the new feature. Then, we toss around the idea of a Buzzsprout meetup in a town near you!View the discussion thread on Twitter/X!Sound-Off Question: Should we come to your town for a Buzzsprout meetup?   Contact Buzzcast Send us a text message Tweet us at @buzzcastpodcast, @albanbrooke, @kfinn, and @JordanPods Thanks for listening and Keep Podcasting!

Send us a textBuzzsprout's latest feature delivers listener love straight to your phone — Fan Mail! We dive into how we've been secretly testing this new tool and how you can turn it on for your own podcast. Then we discuss the difference between IAB certification and compliance, to celebrating the grind behind content creation success stories like Marques Brownlee. View the discussion thread on Twitter/X!📣 Sound-Off Question: Turn on Fan Mail for your podcast and let us know what you think! To have your response featured in our next episode, tap the link above to shoot us a text!Links mentioned in this episode: IAB "Compliance" and "Certification - the differenceMKBHD tweetSchool of Podcasting: Podcasting's Deep Connection with Alban BrookeContact Buzzcast Send us a text message Tweet us at @buzzcastpodcast, @albanbrooke, @kfinn, and @JordanPods Thanks for listening and Keep Podcasting!

Send us a textAlban is back from Podcast Movement Evolutions in Los Angeles! We discuss all the big stories and takeaways from the week, including how podcast downloads are down but listening is up, what YouTube's up to with podcasts, and why video is killing more podcasts now than ever before. View the discussion thread on Twitter/X!📣 Sound-off question: What are your thoughts on adding video to podcasting? Is it a good thing or a bad thing for the industry? To have your response featured in the next episode, use the link above to send us a text message. Links mentioned in this episode:George Tries to Avoid a Break-Up "Believe it or not, George isn't at home"Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee: Sarah Jessica Parker "Bill Take"Biden, Clinton, and Obama to Appear on SmartlessPodcast Standards ProjectThe Infinite Dial 2024YouTube's Keynote at PMEAll Podcasts Are Shows; Not All Shows Are PodcastsThe Truth About "Video Podcasts" on YouTubeLiquorStoreGuy Convinces Alban to see the eclipseContact Buzzcast Send us a text message Tweet us at @buzzcastpodcast, @albanbrooke, @kfinn, and @JordanPods Thanks for listening and Keep Podcasting!

Send us a textTom Rossi, co-founder of Buzzsprout, joins us for this episode as we dissect Spotify's TikTok-inspired podcast discovery feature and why podcasters may or may not want their follower count to be public. We also cover the potential ripple effects of a TikTok ban on promotion strategies, and whether it hinders expanding your listener base. Then we discuss why major podcasts are shifting from ad-supported to listener-supported models, revealing a fundamental change in how podcasts sustain themselves. View the discussion thread on Twitter📣 Sound-Off Question: What ways do you provide for listeners to contact you? To have your response featured on our next episode, send us a text at 855-951-4230!Links mentioned in this episode: Tom on his way to the Las Vegas airportSpotify Reveals Podcast Numbers For Joe RoganPodcast Business Journal OP3 ListTikTok's Podcast Boom Might Be A BustA Big Announcement from Search EngineContact Buzzcast Send us a text message Tweet us at @buzzcastpodcast, @albanbrooke, @kfinn, and @JordanPods Thanks for listening and Keep Podcasting!

Send us a textJoin us as we unveil the long-awaited Buzzsprout iOS app that's set to revolutionize your podcasting workflow! We deep dive into everything you want to know, from why we decided now was the time to make an app, to what features we love about it, and ideas for future implementations. Then, we've got a story that’ll make you think twice about where to host your podcast. In a candid discussion on the pitfalls and triumphs of podcast hosting, we empathize with Spotify's recent hiccups and offer our own insights on maintaining a podcaster-focused service. Also on the docket is a lesson in brand protection, born from a trademark tussle within our own community. View the discussion thread on Twitter! 📣 Sound-Off Question: How are you using snapcasts? We'd love to see what you're doing! To have your response featured on our next episode, send us a text at 855-951-4230!Links mentioned in this episode: Introducing Buzzsprout for iOS!Buzzsprout on the App StoreJoin the Android wait listPodnews Weekly Review InterviewSpotify for Podcasters Deletes Successful PodcastPodcaster Wins Trademark DisputeLeadership Lessons from Dancing GuyContact Buzzcast Send us a text message Tweet us at @buzzcastpodcast, @albanbrooke, @kfinn, and @JordanPods Thanks for listening and Keep Podcasting!

The podcast covers topics like Wendy's surge pricing, quick and snap casts, optimizing podcast content on YouTube, successful podcasting strategies, the world of socks, and podcast subscriptions. It includes discussions on unconventional podcasting methods, the importance of quality content, and a humorous sock philosophy segment.

In this podcast, the hosts discuss Spotify's new podcast strategy, the concerns regarding advertising tactics and data collection. They also explore the shifting tides of the podcasting world, ethical dilemmas in reaching a wider audience while safeguarding listener privacy, and the cultural currents shaping the medium. Other topics include listening to the Super Bowl like a podcast, rooting for underdogs, the popularity of certain players, Joe Rogan's podcast being dethroned, uploading podcasts to YouTube, and keys to podcasting success for the year.