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
198 episodes
YouTube Pushes Back Against AI-Generated Content
It's a nice summer day, so Jordan and Kevin are recording this quickcast from the great outdoors and putting Power Clean to the test! Today's discussion is ...
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9:56
How to Find Great Podcast Guests: Expert Tips from Podmatch’s Alex Sanfilippo
Podcasting is all about serving your audience, and finding the perfect guest who can provide value to your listeners is essential for a successful interview show. We explore what makes a great podcast guest and how to streamline the booking pro...
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Episode 183
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1:17:14
20 Most Influential Podcasts According to Apple
Apple celebrates 20 years of podcasting with a list of 20 influential shows that shaped the medium across four eras, highlighting podcasts that pushed boundaries and set standards for creativity and storytelling.Check out
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Episode 182
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28:04
10 Podcasting Tips from 40 Years of Podcasting
The Buzzsprout team shares 10 essential podcasting tips gleaned from their collective 40+ years of experience behind the microphone. Drawing from personal insights, listener contributions, and industry observations, they reveal what truly matte...
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Episode 181
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1:25:47
Lessons From The Celebrity Podcast Graveyard
What determines whether celebrity podcasts succeed or fail, and what can indie podcasters learn from their mistakes? We explore the surprising patterns behind celebrity podcast success stories and the ever-growing celebrity podcast graveyard.
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Episode 180
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23:10
Discover Your Favorite Podcast's Favorite Podcasts
We're discussing a powerful shift in podcast discovery: trusted recommendations from real people instead of algorithms. With Pocket Casts now surfacing creator-curated suggestions, listeners have a new way...
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Episode 179
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59:34
Why Is Remote Recording Software So Unreliable?
After a flawless escape room victory, we're tackling a puzzle we can't solve: why remote podcast recording software still fails so often. From audio glitches to browser limitations, these are our frustrations of creating studio-quality content ...
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Episode 178
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15:34
6 New Ways To Earn Money With Buzzsprout Subscriptions
Buzzsprout just rolled out a major update to its subscription features! We're talking about the six Buzzs...
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Episode 177
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1:19:11
"You Might Also Like:" A Look Into Feed Drops
We're digging into a recent trend showing up in podcast feeds: bonus episodes labeled “You Might Also Like” that are actually full episodes from completely different shows. We look at what’s behind this, how companies like
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Episode 175
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19:36
How To Prepare Podcast Guests for Amazing Interviews
Whether you’re interviewing seasoned pros or first-time guests, the key to a successful podcast interview is thoughtful preparation. In this episode, we break down practical strategies for helping your guests feel confident, relaxed, and ready ...
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Episode 175
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1:14:46
Free Pro-Level Music For Your Podcast In 2025
In this episode, we explore the best places to find pro-level, royalty-free music for your podcast in 2025—including a surprising archive from Grammy-nominated artist Moby, who just dropped 500+ tracks for creators to use. We’ll also share some...
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Episode 174
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14:17
Steven Bartlett Chose Creative Control Over $100M
What would you do if someone offered you $100 million for your podcast?In this episode, we dive into Steven Bartlett’s recent disclosure that he turned down not one, but two
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Episode 173
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50:09
Pocket Casts Adds Podcast Funding Tag + Why Podcast Fandom Is Growing
Pocket Casts adopted the podcast namespace's funding tag feature, giving podcasters a way for listeners to directly support their favorite shows right from the app. We also discuss
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Episode 172
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13:48
Big Takeaways From Podcast Movement Evolutions 2025
Alban is back from Podcast Movement Evolutions 2025, and we're breaking down what happened at the conference—what felt inspiring, what felt off, and why video dominated nearly every conversa...
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Episode 171
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1:24:43
Is Podcasting Having An Identity Crisis?
Content boundaries have been blurred, challenging traditional definitions of what constitutes a podcast. Jordan and Kevin discuss Oxford Road's
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Episode 170
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12:07
Podcast Listening Has Crossed Into The Mainstream
Podcasting has officially gone mainstream according to Edison Research's Infinite Dial, with 55% of Americans now consuming podcasts monthly. Does this mean we never have to explain what a podcast is again? Let's hope!Mentione...
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Episode 169
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1:01:35
Podcast App Recommendations For Chapters, Transcripts, And More!
We tackle common podcast listening problems and explore the evolving landscape between native apps and web players based on listener questions about missing features and playback issues.Send us messages about something stats won't tell u...
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Episode 168
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13:00
Understand Podcast Analytics Like A Pro!
Numbers don't tell the whole story of your podcast's impact—but understanding them can help you use analytics effectively while staying focused on creating the content you love. Tom Rossi joins Alban and Jordan to simplify podcast stats and wha...
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Episode 167
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1:06:33
Are You Focusing On The Best Podcast Growth Strategies?
We dive into surprising data from PodMatch about how 9,000 podcasters market their shows, revealing a disconnect between the most popular tactics and those that actually drive growth. Ch...
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Episode 166
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21:19
Top 5 Motivations To Keep Podcasting
In podcasting, it's not just about downloads—it's about connection, creativity, and the community you build along the way! We're diving into stories of inspiration and practical advice from our listeners that you can implement in your own podca...
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Episode 165
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1:07:12
Apple Podcasts Streamlines Submissions!
We're going over some significant updates from Apple Podcasts that simplify the podcast submission process! Submit to Apple Podcasts in One Clic...
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Episode 164
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9:23
Top Podcasters Aren't Bothering With Video—And Neither Should You
Everywhere we turn, someone’s saying that video is essential for podcast growth. But most of the top podcasters in the world aren’t bothering with video. So why are others being pressured to?In this episode, we break down the reality beh...
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Episode 163
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1:08:01
The Most Annoying Podcast Stereotype And Why It's Wrong
Podcasts get a bad rap sometimes, and one stereotype just won’t go away. So we're breaking down why it’s totally wrong, why it keeps popping up, and what podcasters can do about it. We also dive into why long-form conversations matter, how podc...
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Episode 162
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16:09
Why 2025 Is The Perfect Time To Start Your Podcast
If you've been on the fence about launching a podcast, this episode is your sign to go for it! We're breaking down why right now is the absolute best time to start a podcast. We'll discuss why podcasting is still the least ...
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Episode 161
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1:03:46