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Podcast Downloads: What's Good in 2025?
Obsessing over podcast download numbers is a bit like checking your bank account every hour—it doesn't make you richer, just more anxious. Yet downloads remain the metric most podcasters fixate on when measuring success.
So what actually counts as a 'good' number of downloads? The uncomfortable truth is that there's no universal benchmark that works for everyone. Your definition of success depends on your niche, your goals, and frankly, how long you've been at this podcasting thing.
In this article, we'll cut through the download-number anxiety by exploring what factors actually matter when evaluating your podcast's performance, practical ways to improve your numbers, and why smart podcasters track metrics beyond downloads to measure real growth.
In the podcasting industry, many terms sound similar but have distinct meanings—such as podcast downloads. People often use terms like podcast listens, plays, and streams interchangeably, but they refer to different metrics. Read More
Article originally written by Erin Ollila published on Descript.
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Podcasting is a labor of love. But, let’s be real, making a podcast is a lot of work. Planning episodes, finding guests, editing, promoting on social, keeping up with your listeners… it never ends. At some point, you may find yourself wondering how to take a break from podcasting.
And let’s be honest again: summer hits differently. Kids are home from school, your schedule’s in flux, and maybe—just maybe—you’re finally planning that well-earned vacation. But then the panic sets in: What happens to my podcast if I step away? Will my downloads tank? Will my audience forget about me?
Here’s the good news: you’re not alone (far from it). Plenty of podcasters hit pause during the summer, and guess what? Listeners tend to slow down too. Even better? With the right approach, you can take a break without losing momentum—and you might even set your show up for stronger growth when you return. Read More
Article originally published on Headliner.
If your YouTube channel is stuck under 1,000 subscribers, this video from Think Media spells out why. Titled “7 Mistakes Keeping You Under 1,000 Subscribers,” it covers the biggest reasons new creators struggle to grow. That includes using titles no one is searching for, not having a clear niche, focusing on the wrong analytics, and starting videos with weak hooks that lose viewers right away.
The video makes it clear that strategy matters more than gear. You don’t need expensive equipment, you need a plan. Think Media recommends building strong thumbnails and titles before you hit record, using whatever tools you already have, even if it's just your phone. They also introduce the ASQ method, or "Answer Specific Questions," to help your videos show up in search. The final takeaway is simple: consistent growth comes from intentional content, not flashy production. Watch Here
Whether you’re launching your first podcast or 200 episodes deep, coming up with fresh, engaging podcast topic ideas can feel harder than it should. You want to connect with your audience, grow your reach, and keep things interesting—but staring at a blank content calendar is the fastest way to hit a creative wall.
That’s why we put together this list of high-performing podcast episode formats that work across every niche. From business to lifestyle, education to entertainment, these are the podcast topics that spark conversations, build loyalty, and (most importantly) keep your listeners coming back. Read More
Article originally written by Paige Peterson and published on Sweet Fish Media.
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In each episode, we’ll bring you insightful interviews with renowned experts in the fields of wellness and leadership, discussing topics such as resilience, emotional intelligence, work-life integration, and fostering a healthy organizational culture.
Morgan James Publishing has revolutionized book publishing—from the author’s standpoint.
Morgan James teaches authors strategies to leverage their books and grow their businesses—adding value while staying out of the way.
Ranked by Publishers Weekly as one of the fastest-growing publishers in the nation ten times in our short history. Morgan James is reported to be “the future of publishing.”