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
164 episodes
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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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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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 139
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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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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 138
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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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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 137
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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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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 136
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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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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 135
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1:23:42
Snapcast: 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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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 134
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1:05:42
Snapcast: 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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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 133
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1:14:15
Snapcast: Building a Big Podcast with Tom Webster's New Book!
In this snapcast, we are joined by Brian as we dive into Tom Webster's latest release, "The Audience is Listening: A Little Guide to Building a Big Podcast." With his wealth of exp...
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Top Podcasting Gear of 2024
This episode highlights Overcast's game-changing features like Voice Boost and Smart Speed, which significantly enhance audio quality and eliminate awkward pauses. Learn about Spotify's approach to listener comments compared to YouTube's system...
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Episode 132
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1:09:20
15 Years Of Buzzsprout: The Story Behind The Rebrand
In this extra special episode of Buzzcast, we share the heartfelt journey behind Buzzsprout's exciting rebrand! View the discussion thread on Twitter/X!Be su...
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Episode 131
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1:03:55
Introducing Buzzsprout Weekly: Your Podcast News, Now in Audio!
Alban and Kevin are back from the Podcast Movement Meetup in Orlando with some fun ideas to share your podcast with others at your next meetup or conference! We're also unveiling Buzzsprout's newest podcast,
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Episode 130
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1:09:17
Get Your Video Podcast On Spotify Without Changing Hosts
We're sharing some things we've been working on at Buzzsprout, including episode backups, chapters for Spotify, and transcription editing tools. Then, we spied something new in Spotify's help articles: video episodes for podcasts not hosted on ...
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Episode 129
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58:12
Snapcast: Guess who's back!
Jordan 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 someth...
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2:53
How We Fixed A Major Drop In Downloads
As 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 ...
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Episode 128
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50:11
Buzzsprout Ads Improvements + Answering Tons Of Fan Mail!
This 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 ...
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Episode 127
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52:59
You've Got Fan Mail! Announcing Buzzsprout's Text Inbox Feature
Buzzsprout'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 certifi...
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Episode 126
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1:02:17
Top Stories From Podcast Movement Evolutions 2024
Alban 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 killin...
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Episode 125
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