Podnews Weekly Review

Unlock the secrets to smart podcasting as we explore game-changing developments in the industry! Get ready for a deep dive into Libsyn's leadership shake-up, the buzz around Lemonada Media's possible sale, and Overcast's latest update. PRS UK's groundbreaking podcast music license is also on the agenda, promising to streamline music usage for creators. Gordon Firemark, the podcast lawyer, joins us to break down these new licensing regulations and their broader implications, making this episode a must-listen for anyone serious about podcasting.Copyright complexities and AI's controversial role in content creation take center stage as we discuss Mustafa Suleiman's stance on web scraping and how tools like Cloudflare’s AI blocker are changing the game. The importance of explicitly stating licensing terms with Creative Commons licenses is emphasized to keep podcasters out of legal hot water. Firemark sheds light on fair use, helping you navigate the grey areas of content creation and legal boundaries with confidence.Discover how advanced AI tools can elevate your podcast ads and listener experience. From AIcoustics' new audio enhancement tool to Eleven Labs' voice isolation technology, we cover the innovations transforming podcasting today. We also delve into regional accents in ads, the latest trends in podcast app platforms, and the shift to progressive web apps. Plus, get the latest scoop on the Australian podcast ranker and notable exits at Libsyn. This episode is packed with expert insights and timely updates to keep you ahead in the ever-evolving world of podcasting.Send James & Sam a messageSupport the showConnect With Us: Email: weekly@podnews.net Fediverse: @james@bne.social and @samsethi@podcastindex.social Support us: www.buzzsprout.com/1538779/support Get Podnews: podnews.net

This week, James is joined by Neal Veglio from Podknows Podcasting - https://podknowspodcasting.co.uk/We speak with Pary Bell from https://www.thepodcastexchange.ca/ and talk about YouTube being #1 (is it?) and Spotify's new Comments feature.Send James & Sam a messageSupport the showConnect With Us: Email: weekly@podnews.net Fediverse: @james@bne.social and @samsethi@podcastindex.social Support us: www.buzzsprout.com/1538779/support Get Podnews: podnews.net

The latest news and trends in the podcasting industry. In this episode, we discuss Spotify's growing video podcast platform, Buzzsprout's website redesign, the debate around the future of free podcasts, and the podcast landscape in Egypt as explored by guest Kim Fox, the "Podcast Professor" at the American University in Cairo. We also touch on developments in podcast monetization, translation tools, and upcoming industry events like Podcast Day Asia and Podcast Movement. This fast-paced, insider look at the world of podcasting provides valuable insights for both seasoned and aspiring creators.Send James & Sam a messageSupport the showConnect With Us: Email: weekly@podnews.net Fediverse: @james@bne.social and @samsethi@podcastindex.social Support us: www.buzzsprout.com/1538779/support Get Podnews: podnews.net

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.

Kendall from Riverside discusses new features, Libsyn's integration with YouTube's API explained. Theo Gadd on PodLife Events & Nathan Gathright from episodes.fm interviews. Topics include AI tools, podcast events, industry growth, and podcast innovations.

We speak with Kevin Y Brown and Jon Savage about the podcast landscape in Africa. Those interviews are in full in the Podnews Extra feed. Also, Spotify's video ambitions, and Alby's removal of support for users in the US causes some concern for the future of streaming sats.Send James & Sam a messageSupport the showConnect With Us: Email: weekly@podnews.net Fediverse: @james@bne.social and @samsethi@podcastindex.social Support us: www.buzzsprout.com/1538779/support Get Podnews: podnews.net

Rumors swirl in the podcast hosting industry, Descript's latest version features AI assistant, Spotify exit from IAB, new podcast technologies introduced, insights on ad frequency and levies, updates on podcast events in the UK and tech giants, Boostagrams and fan mail discussed, casual conversations about tech gadgets and recent travels.

We interview Ellie from Pocket Casts on the future direction of the podcast app; Matthew from Platform Media on why the company was acquired by PodX; and talk about the closure of Pacific Content.We're trying something new this week: trying to bring down the duration of this podcast to 45 minutes. Haven't quite succeeded yet, but we're on the way; that means shorter edits of interviews, and a more focused story selection. Please give feedback to us (fanmail, boosts, email) with your thoughts on the format and how we can improve.If you like the interviews and want to hear the full conversation, head to the Podnews Extra podcast.Send James & Sam a messageSupport the showConnect With Us: Email: weekly@podnews.net Fediverse: @james@bne.social and @samsethi@podcastindex.social Support us: www.buzzsprout.com/1538779/support Get Podnews: podnews.net

Ever wondered how the big fish like PodX are transforming the podcasting landscape with their chess-like acquisition maneuvers? Get ready to have that curiosity quelled as we unravel PodX's latest play in buying Platform Media, and what it spells for the podcasting cosmos. Plus, we've got the scoop on Spotify's overwhelming tide in Mexico, where it boasts a 90% market share, and why Apple Podcasts might need to play catch-up. Next week, Matthew Sherry from Platform Media himself will be spilling the beans on these game-changing trends, so this is one conversation you won't want to miss.On the tech front, we're tearing the lid off Edison Research's vault, revealing the latest on the diversifying podcast audience that's catching advertisers' eyes. We're talking cutting-edge developments like RSS.com's live item tag interface that's set to turbocharge your podcasting experience with live broadcasts straight through those RSS feeds. Our tech talk doesn't stop there—we're giving you the lowdown on the mighty importance of functional links in episode descriptions and the emerging podcast namespace tags that could redefine listener interaction. Get in on the ground floor with AntennaPod's transcript support and Pine Pods, because this is where the podcast frontier is being redrawn.Send James & Sam a messageSupport the showConnect With Us: Email: weekly@podnews.net Fediverse: @james@bne.social and @samsethi@podcastindex.social Support us: www.buzzsprout.com/1538779/support Get Podnews: podnews.net

Interviews with Canadaland and Wavlake. Details about Spotify’s new consumption data. An exclusive of Canadaland’s new podcast brand. Boosts, fan mail and more. Send James & Sam a messageSupport the showConnect With Us: Email: weekly@podnews.net Fediverse: @james@bne.social and @samsethi@podcastindex.social Support us: www.buzzsprout.com/1538779/support Get Podnews: podnews.net