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Why Podcasts Continue to Grow in Popularity
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Podcasting continues to grow at a rapid rate, and the outlook for 2023 is mostly positive. If you already have a podcast, are thinking about jumping in, or are considering making podcasting part of your marketing plan, this article will have something for you.
Looking at what is in store for 2023, the economy tends to be the greatest unknown for the podcasting industry. If the economy avoids massive downturns (or a recession), the upward trend for podcasting should continue. As with much of the business world, many folks hold their breath, waiting to see what will happen and what the impact will be.
Podcasting popularity is on the rise, especially among Gen Z
Podcasting has never been this popular, and that is due in part to the Gen Z audience (those born between 1997 and 2012). Podcasts are a big part of their lives as they allow them to be recognized and heard (either as a listener or podcaster).
In fact, Gen Z is made up the largest percentage of podcast listeners in the US since 2019. Per the 2022 Spotify Culture Next Report, Gen Z podcast listeners in the US increased by 62% on Spotify between Q1 2022 and the year prior. Read More.
Article originally written by Craig Nolden and published on Burrelles.
When you’re just starting out making videos, imitation is normal — even healthy. You might have a few YouTubers you idolize who give you inspiration for content, format, even the way you deliver your lines. But there are some parts of successful channels you can’t see — namely, the gear. Your smartphone camera probably isn’t cutting it, so it’s time to find out: what camera do YouTubers use to make their videos look so good?
We did some digging to get the answer for four mega-successful YouTube channels. Since each channel has several models they trust, we’ve got the details on 10 video cameras that will help you create content and grow your YouTube presence just like YouTube stars Emma Chamberlain, MrBeast, Liza Koshy and Marques Brownlee from MKBHD. Read More
Article originally written by Erin Ollila and publised on Descript.
SquadCast
As technology continues to advance, it’s crucial that we keep up with the latest trends and implement changes that enhance user experience. At SquadCast.fm, we’re constantly striving to improve our platform, making it easier for users to communicate with their guests and teams. In this blog post, we’ll discuss some of the latest updates and quality of life improvements we’ve made.
SquadCast's latest update brings Stats for Nerds, which allows users to view network stats for themselves and their guests to quickly troubleshoot network issues. This feature is available in the green room as well as the participant side panel.
Stats for Nerds is especially useful for those who frequently experience network issues during conferences (maybe your internet connection isn’t up to par or your firewall has blockers). Providing users with detailed network stats enables quick identification and troubleshooting of any problems, ensuring a smoother and more reliable conference experience. Read More
Article originally written by Zachariah Moreno and published on SquadCast.
🎤 🎧 Inner Fire's Founder and Head Coach, Brad Minus, hosts a weekly podcast to accomplish one of three things:
1. Help to spark that Inner Fire and put you on the road to being the healthiest person possible using Endurance Sports as a vehicle. It doesn't matter what your current fitness level.
2. Interview others that have ignited the fire and started journeys to fulfill their own dreams and goals.
3. Share information on current products that aid in getting where you want to go.Coach Brad can also take requests on topics to cover within the podcast.
🎤 🎧 Besties in Bed is a couple chatting about their adventures in life and marriage. We met as teenagers and have spent more years together than we have apart. During our time together, we have had many adventures, many ups, many downs, and a whole lot of wild and strange times.
Join us (Tim McGinnis and Nicky McGinnis) on some of these adventures and discussions.
🎤 🎧 Self-Care Secrets, the podcast where you will get a full tool belt of action steps you can take daily to put yourself at the top of your priority list, having more to give to the world. This podcast consists of interviews with some of the most influential success stories who will share their TOP secret tips with you.
Get ready to join an electrifying gathering of podcasters from all across the great state of Colorado! This event is not just your ordinary meetup, but an incredible opportunity to connect with fellow podcasters, gain practical insights into the latest trends and learn from the best in the business.
Get ready to join an electrifying gathering of podcasters from all across the great state of Colorado! This event is not just your ordinary meetup, but an incredible opportunity to connect with fellow podcasters, gain practical insights into the latest trends and learn from the best in the business.