Buzzcast
Buzzcast is a roundtable discussion about podcasting from the people at Buzzsprout. We'll cover current events and news, podcast strategy, tools we are using, and dip into the Customer Support mailbag to test our podcasting knowledge. If you want to stay up-to-date on what's working in podcasting, Buzzcast is the show for you.
Episodes
173 episodes
What AI Should (And Shouldn’t) Do In Podcasting
AI is everywhere these days, but how does it fit into podcasting? In this episode, we’re breaking down what AI can do to make your podcasting life easier and what should always be left to good old human creativity. We’re talking about everythin...
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1:01:28
Barstool Sports Reveals What Top Podcaster Actually Earns
We're getting a rare glimpse into what major podcasters make, focusing on the salary disclosures from Barstool Sports. This thought-provoking conversation explores the impact of transparency in podcast earnings. Then we tease a topic of discuss...
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17:40
How PayPal's Honey Is Stealing Money From Creators
Is PayPal's Honey browser extension siphoning affiliate commissions? In Megalag's YouTube video, The Honey Trap: Exposing PayPal's Influencer Scam, we learn about the accusations of Honey overriding af...
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Episode 157
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43:43
New! Share Your Podcast Directly To Instagram Stories
We're chatting about a new feature in the Buzzsprout for iOS app: sharing episodes directly to Instagram Stories! Alban also gives us an update on his 50k trail ra...
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Episode 156
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13:09
Show Off Your Podcast Style With Buzzsprout's New Home Screen Widgets!
We're giving you the gift of flair and function with Buzzsprout's newest feature: Home Screen Widgets! Use the Home Screen Widgets to track your progress, personalize your phone, and be ...
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Episode 155
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59:57
Insights from Buzzsprout's 2024 Backtracks
Tom Rossi joins us to unpack Buzzsprout's fascinating podcast statistics for 2024. Learn how metrics like minutes produced and episodes created showcase the dedication behind every podcast and how Buzz...
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Episode 154
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11:41
25+ Creative Podcast Marketing Ideas To Grow Your Audience
We're sharing over 25 innovative and practical podcast marketing ideas designed to help established podcasters and beginners alike!From guerrilla marketing tactics and in-person event strategies to creative online promotion tips, these i...
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Episode 153
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1:16:10
Consistency and Quality vs. Marketing and Promotion: What Really Builds a Podcast Audience?
What matters more—consistency and content quality or marketing and promotion? Drawing from industry insights, podcasting trends, and our own experiences, we explore the strategies successful podcasters use to grow their audience!Audio qu...
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Episode 152
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58:52
Samsung Podcasts To Shut Down: We Have A New App To Try!
As apps like BlogTalkRadio, Samsung Podcasts, and Google Podcasts exit stage left, new ones are stepping into the spotlight! We're reviewing a fresh podcast listening app,
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Episode 151
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8:56
The 5 Mistakes That Lose Podcast Listeners
Are you unknowingly sabotaging your podcast? We’re diving deep into the biggest pitfalls that trip up even the most seasoned podcasters—and how you can avoid them. From stretching episode lengths (when is it too long?) to finding the right bala...
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Episode 150
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52:17
Say Hello To The New Buzzsprout Home Dashboard!
We’re thrilled to introduce the brand-new Buzzsprout Home Dashboard! After 15 years of landing on the familiar Episodes screen, it’s time for a big upgrade. We’ll dive into how our native apps inspired this new experience and what the Home Dash...
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Episode 149
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13:18
Can Podcasts Influence Elections More Than Debates?
In this episode, we explore the growing influence of podcasts in shaping public opinion and ask: Can podcasts sway elections more than traditional debates? We dive into why presidential candidates, like Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, a...
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Episode 148
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1:01:37
Join the Buzzsprout Meetup in Music City!
We're gearing up for the Buzzsprout meetup in Nashville! Our team can't wait to connect with fellow podcasters over tacos, drinks, and some cool swag at the Virgin Hotels Nashville on October 24th from 6:30 to 8:30.
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Episode 147
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8:51
Buzzsprout's New Custom Mid-Roll Placements
We're diving into Buzzsprout's latest feature: custom mid-roll placements! This update gives podcasters more flexibility and control over where ads and dynamic co...
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Episode 146
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57:20
The 5 Best Chartable Replacements
In our search for the best replacements for Chartable, we're shedding light on some promising contenders! From the free Open Podcast Prefix Project (OP3) offering detailed analytics to Podgagement and Podstatus for tracking ratings and reviews,...
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Episode 145
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14:50
How To Use Google's NotebookLM For Podcast Research
We cover a wide range of topics designed to help podcasters stay ahead in the ever-evolving podcasting industry. We kick things off with some major Buzzsprout updates, including our latest IAB 2.2 certification and Buzzsprout’s newly redesigned...
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Episode 144
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1:13:29
Podcast Listeners Prefer Deep Dives Over Short Form Content
After reading Ashley Carman's latest article, we're diving into the rising trend of long-form podcast episodes. With podcasters like Joe Rogan, Lex Fridman, and Stephen Bartlett regularly releasing 3 to 9-hour conversations, it’s clear that lis...
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Episode 143
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9:50
Introducing Buzzsprout's Redesigned Podcast Websites
We're diving into the latest announcement from Buzzsprout: redesigned podcast websites! The new podcast websites have several improvements to make your podcast website more engaging and user friendly, like episode search, a contributor page, a ...
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Episode 142
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1:02:40
Lock Screen Widgets That Keep You Podcasting!
With Buzzsprout's new iOS lock screen widgets, you don't need to refresh your app constantly to keep track of podcast stats. In this episode, you'll gain insights into the variety of widget options available—from instant access to the Buzzsprou...
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Episode 141
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10:09
Podcast Movement 2024: Video Podcasting, Ads, and AI
After returning from Podcast Movement in DC, we reflect on the pressures of adding video to your podcast, recognize the growing influence of advertisers and AI at major conferences, and discover how these shifts might impact you as an independe...
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Episode 140
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1:23:42
Apple Announces Apple Podcasts On The Web
We've wrapped things up at Podcast Movement just in time to get a recording in! Check out the new Apple Podcasts on the web and let us know what you think by tapping the link to send us a text. ...
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Episode 139
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5:52
Podcast Confession Leads To FBI Arrest
We're gearing up for Podcast Movement taking place in DC next week! And with a new logo, we've got some new swag, like tshirts, temporary tattoos, and podcasting achievement pins that everyone will want to get their hands on! In other t...
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Episode 138
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1:05:42
Podcast Discovery with AI Generated Topics
We're gearing up for our next episode in which we will cover Amazon Music's newest AI tool, virtual podcast studios, and criminal podcasters. We'll also discuss what we'll be doing at Podcast Movement later this month and raise a very important...
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Episode 137
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5:14
Leveraging Current Events as a Content Strategy
In this episode, we welcome special guest, Brian Johnson, from Buzzsprout! Brian joins us to discuss the latest updates in Audacity 3.6, including new master effects, an advanced compressor and limiter, and sleek themes. We also explore capital...
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Episode 135
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