Buzzcast

The Buzzcast team answers listener-submitted questions about podcasting, including episode types, creating eye-catching cover art, podcast metrics, finding guests, and strategies for podcast subscriptions and listener support.

The hosts discuss their unique setup for remote recording due to an imminent hurricane. They share their experiences at the Podcast Movement conference, highlighting the exhibit hall, separate stages, and positive interactions with attendees. They discuss YouTube's announcement of ingesting RSS Feeds, Spotify's upcoming recommendations and podcast bio, and Apple's release of subscription analytics. They mention a court ruling on AI-generated works' copyrightability. The hosts talk about recording challenges and the benefits of podcasting for personal experiences and perspectives.

Send us a text We're talking about Podcast Movement, and we've got the insider scoop on everything from our plans to the meetup we're hosting for Buzzsprout podcasters. And if that isn't intriguing enough, we're unraveling the mystery of Denver Airport. From gargoyles and secret messages to conspiracy theories about aliens and the New World Order, we're diving headfirst into the enigmatic lore surrounding this locale.Do you know your strengths and weaknesses as a podcaster? We took the PodScore quiz from PodPros and really loved the results! Then we congratulate Descript and Squadcast for their integration and take a look at podcast tattoos. View the DISCUSSION THREAD on Twitter/X!PODCAST MOVEMENT DENVERWe're hosting a Buzzsprout Meetup at Podcast Movement and would love to see you there! To get on the text reminders, text "buzzsprout" to 866-751-3441.Take a look at the Denver Airport Conspiracies here! PODSCOREAlex from Podmatch created a fun quiz called PodScore to give podcasters an idea of what kind of podcaster they are, and ways in which they can improve their podcasting workflow.PATREONPatreon has encountered billing & payout issues the last month, but hopefully, they will be resolved soon.They have also integrated with Spotify's Open Access.DESCRIPT & SQUADCASTCongrats to Descript and Squadcast for their recent integration!PODCAST TATTOOSTake a look at the tattoos for Canadian Politics is Boring, Crime Junkie, Joe Rogan Experience, and Podcast Movement!  📣 SOUND-OFF QUESTION: What is the worst environment you've ever recorded a podcast in?To have your response featured on our next episode, leave a 30-second voice message at podinbox.com/buzzsprout, send a boostagram, or tweet the answer @BuzzcastPodcast!Contact 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 joins us as we take a deep-dive into the bizarre world of fake podcasts on platforms like TikTok and Twitter, unmasking the intentions behind these deceitful strategies. From an analysis of Twitter's recent rebranding to a conversation about the sponsorship opportunity to Rails World, this episode is loaded with insights for all podcast enthusiasts.We're thrilled to announce a new Buzzsprout Conversations video with the incredible radio host, MTV VJ, and co-founder of podcasting, Adam Curry. Also, we delve into the potential of TikTok's new feature that allows podcasters to link their RSS feed to the platform. And did you know that some libraries offer recording booths for patrons? Discover more such intriguing nuggets in this episode of Buzzcast!View the DISCUSSION THREAD on Twitter!Special thanks to Tom Rossi for joining us! You can find him on Twitter (X) @tomrossi7 FAKE PODCASTSInfluencers and hustle bros are faking podcasts to look more official. Watch the wild and humorous video by Jaime French to learn all about it. RAILS WORLD AMSTERDAMApply to the Rails World Podcast program for the opportunity to get a conference ticket, 3-night hotel stay, and a recording space! Deadline is August 7th, 2023.TWITTER / XTwitter is now simply "X". COHOST AI FOR MORE LANGUAGESBuzzsprout's Cohost AI now works with Spanish, French, Portuguese, Italian, German, Indonesian, Swedish, Czech, and Hungarian. PODBASEPodbase (by Charles Wiltgen) now tests whether or not RSS feeds follow the Podcast Standards Project standard for RSS feeds.TIKTOK LINKS TO PODCASTSTikTok is sending invitations to podcasters to link their RSS feed to the app. RIVERSIDE MAGIC CLIPSRiverside now has an AI tool called Magic Clips to find the best clips for social media. PODBOOK We got one thanks to Podium! Check out our How To Start A Podcast PodbookBUZZSPROUT CONVERSATIONS: ADAM CURRYWatch the interview on the Buzzsprout YouTube channel!📣 SOUND-OFF QUESTION: What is your "why" or inspiration behind starting your podcast?To have your response featured on our next episode, leave a 30-second voice message at podinbox.com/buzzsprout, send a boostagram, or tweet the answer @BuzzcastPodcast!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 explore Cohost AI's newest features and how these tools can help you become a more efficient podcaster. We dive into Meta's new social media app, Threads, examining its features and considering its potential as a promotional tool. Then, we take a look at Pocket Cast's Wear OS app for Android watches. Lastly, we discuss the Huberman Lab podcast and its interesting effect on Americans' obsession with health.  Join us in this exciting episode as we navigate through the worlds of tech, podcasting, and outdoor adventures. One thing's for sure - you're in for a treat!View the DISCUSSION THREAD on Twitter!NEW COHOST AI TOOLSCohost AI now helps with your podcast marketing workflow! It creates three tweets and writes a draft blog post. THREADSMeta's newest venture, Threads, is generating a lot of excitement. But that might not mean you should add it to your promo channels. POCKET CASTS WEAR OS APPPocket Casts has announced the release of its Wear OS app. It has loads of great features and requires a Pocket Casts Plus subscription to use. HOW HUBERMAN GOT AMERICA TO CARE ABOUT SCIENCERead the full article by Time. 📣 SOUND-OFF QUESTION: Have you ever been to a podcast conference? If so, was it worth it? If not, what is keeping you from attending one?To have your response featured on our next episode, leave a 30-second voice message at podinbox.com/buzzsprout, send a boostagram, or tweet the answer @BuzzcastPodcast!PODCAST MOVEMENT DENVERHere are the conference details. We'd love to see you there! 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 kick things off with a spotlight on KidsPod, an interactive platform that lets kids draw and color while they listen. We also draw a comparison with another kids podcast app, Kids Listen, highlighting the unique features and benefits that make KidsPod stand out. But that’s not all; we also delve into Apple Podcasts' efforts to improve discoverability for niche podcasts, and SXM's shut-down of the popular podcast app, Stitcher.Then we discuss strategies for overcoming podcasting hurdles, emphasizing the importance of playing the long game, letting passion lead, and the significance of co-hosts in podcasting in terms of the accountability and consistency they bring. And finally, we discuss a new Guinness World Record set by a podcaster and wonder what records we could break. View the DISCUSSION THREAD on Twitter!KIDSPODhttps://kidspod.app/APPLE IMPROVES PODCAST DISCOVERYhttps://podcasters.apple.com/5304-elevating-nine-podcast-subcategories-chartsApple added nine subcategories to the Search tab across devices, making it easier for listeners to discover niche shows.SXM TO SHUT DOWN STITCHER"Stitcher Farewell FAQ"Stitcher will no longer be available starting August 29th, 2023. INDEPENDENT PODCASTER MANIFESTOhttps://www.thepodcasthost.com/business-of-podcasting/independent-podcaster-censusIndiePod Manifesto contains 10 pillars for independent podcasting success. PODCASTING HARDER THAN PRO FOOTBALL?https://awfulannouncing.com/nfl/travis-kelce-podcasting-hardest-job.htmlTravis Kelce thinks podcasting is the hardest job in the world, according to his interview on Pardon My Take. PODCASTS IN GUINNESS WORLD RECORDShttps://www.guinnessworldrecords.com/world-records/589531-longest-interviewing-marathonA podcaster interviewed 137 people over the course of 37 hours & 44 minutes to break the Guinness World Record for longest interviewing marathon.Check out other podcast-related world records!📣 SOUND-OFF QUESTION: If you were to set a new Guinness World Record for podcasting, what would it be?To have your response featured on our next episode, leave a 30-second voice message at podinbox.com/buzzsprout, send a boostagram, or tweet the answer @BuzzcastPodcast!Anonymous Donor: Watch the Curb Your Enthusiasm clip here: https://youtu.be/JqrJ4wGid4YContact Buzzcast Send us a text message Tweet us at @buzzcastpodcast, @albanbrooke, @kfinn, and @JordanPods Thanks for listening and Keep Podcasting!

Send us a textCan you spot the difference between a real podcast and a fake one? Join us on this episode as we put our skills to the test in a thrilling game of podcast fact or fiction. Then discover Podium's innovative new product, Podbook, which offers a new way for podcasters to repurpose their content. Finally, we examine way podcasts have shaped the entertainment industry over the last 20 years. View the DISCUSSION THREAD on Twitter!PODBOOK BY PODIUMPodbook is an AI-powered application that will transform your podcast into a book! It is currently in closed beta. Add yourself to the waitlist to try it out.Read the Huberman Lab example20 YEARS OF PODCASTINGHow podcasts took over the world in 20 years. See the Police Department that launched a podcast to get more involved in their community. CANVA INTEGRATIONCheck out Alban's Loom video that explains how to find your artwork from Canva's integration in your account. 📣 SOUND-OFF QUESTION: What podcasting tool would you be devastated to never use again?To have your response featured on our next episode, leave a 30-second voice message at podinbox.com/buzzsprout, send a boostagram, or tweet the answer @BuzzcastPodcast!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're excited to share updates to Co-Host AI, a feature that's received outstanding feedback from our podcasters and Facebook group. We discuss the advantages of this integrated feature, how it differentiates from other services, and improvements made to its transcription editor since its launch, covering the quality of the transcription engine, AI technology, and the innovative new editor functionalities, such as assigning speaker roles. Plus, we delve into the importance of episode artwork and how Apple Podcasts is making it a priority in the podcasting world, with unique and memorable artwork being the key to standing out.Lastly, we touch on YouTube's potential impact on podcast advertising and the consequences of their new approach. With YouTube's lack of pass-through RSS ingestion, will podcasters still be willing to distribute to their platform? Join us as we explore this fascinating topic, share our pre-recording rituals, and even discuss the challenge of decluttering our homes and extreme approaches to cleanliness. Don't miss this insightful conversation!View the DISCUSSION THREAD on Twitter!COHOST AIhttps://www.buzzsprout.com/help/189-cohost-aiAPPLE PODCASTS UPDATEShttps://podcasters.apple.com/5303-ios-17-whats-new-apple-podcastsYOUTUBE'S RSS PILOT LEAKhttps://podnews.net/update/youtube-rss-plansAdam Curry's leak confession on Podcasting 2.0: https://overcast.fm/+6A0DAZ3CQ/14:42📣 SOUND-OFF QUESTION: What podcast got you into podcasts?To have your response featured on our next episode, leave a 30-second voice message at podinbox.com/buzzsprout, send a boostagram, or tweet the answer @BuzzcastPodcast!Podcasts mentioned by hosts:Alban: This American Life & Philosophy BitesJordan: SpiritsKevin: This is Love: Something Large and WildContact 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're diving into the groundbreaking world of artificial intelligence and its impact on podcasting with Buzzsprout's new Cohost AI integration. We share our thoughts on how this innovative tool automatically transcribes, creates titles, summaries, chapter markers, and more while saving you precious time and reducing stress in your workflow.But it's not just about the technical side of podcasting; we also discuss the vital role ratings and reviews play in connecting with your audience and providing essential social proof for potential new listeners. From our own experiences of reading reviews before deciding to listen to a new podcast, to creative strategies for encouraging your listeners to leave reviews, we cover it all.And finally, we explore the surprising benefits and connections that can arise from the act of podcasting itself. Listen as we highlight the unique relational aspects of podcasting and the low-risk, rewarding experience of reaching out to someone online through this medium. View the DISCUSSION THREAD on Twitter!📣 SOUND-OFF QUESTION: What is an important part of your pre-recording ritual?To have your response featured on our next episode, leave a 30-second voice message at http://podinbox.com/buzzsprout, send a boostagram, or comment with your answer!COHOST AICheck out Buzzsprout's newest feature, Cohost AI! PODCAST REVIEWSCan Lauren leave a review a day for the entire year? Keep up with her Twitter thread! Read her blog here & subscribe to Podcast Marketing Magic for more great tips to promote your podcast.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 discuss the recent updates in the podcasting industry, including Jordan's experience at Podconf, Buzzsprout's newest features, YouTube Music's official launch of podcasts, and the debate surrounding the inclusion of episode numbers in podcast titles after Apple Podcasts removed them in a recent update. Kevin also shares a cautionary tale about spoiler-filled companion podcasts.View the DISCUSSION THREAD on Twitter! 📣 SOUND-OFF QUESTION: What is an unexpected outcome you've had from creating a podcast?To have your response featured on our next episode, leave a voice message at podinbox.com/buzzsprout, send a boostagram, or tweet the answer @BuzzcastPodcast!PODCONFJordan had a great time at Podconf & cannot wait to go again! BUZZSPROUT UPDATESNew at Buzzsprout: Infinite Achievements and Improved User Roles!APPLE PODCASTS REMOVES EPISODE NUMBERSiOS 16.4 update removed episode numbers from Apple Podcasts episode titles. It may be tempting to add them back into the title instead, but there are reasons to not do so!YOUTUBE MUSIC OFFICIALLY HAS PODCASTSYouTube is slowly rolling out access to podcasts on their YouTube Music app. SERIAL VS EPISODIC PODCASTSKevin recently tweeted about a bad experience because a podcast incorrectly sequenced their episodes. Contact Buzzcast Send us a text message Tweet us at @buzzcastpodcast, @albanbrooke, @kfinn, and @JordanPods Thanks for listening and Keep Podcasting!