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If a Podcast Isn’t Video, Did It Really Happen?
If a Podcast Isn’t Video, Did It Really Happen?
Matt Deegan raises an interesting question in his Matt on Audio Substack. He considers: “Why Podcasters Will Be Stuck Doing Video.” I’d say point instead of question, but I’d prefer to leave it indeterminate.
He’s saying that all 14 million podcasters out there (yes, I counted them all) are going to have to go to video for their own survival as the YouTube Borg cube assimilates anything it finds useful and leaves the rest to wither from lack of internet sunshine.
(N.B. But what about those claiming, “I only have a face for radio”?)
Deegan’s audio and radio bona fides are solid, so his thoughts are worth considering. He is currently creative director for radio and new media consultancy at the UK-based Folder Media.
What’s a Definition Podcast Purists Could Live With?
However, what he’s really getting at is, for me, is the age old question of, “What is a podcast?”
Frankly, while I’ve adopted the term, I don’t think I adhered to some tight definition along the lines of a subscription (or not?) downloadable audio program. Read More
Article originally written by Brett Moss and published on NABAmplify.
In the early days of Chartable, there was nothing quite like it.
The company debuted in 2018. Initially, it was a simple tool to help podcasters track chart performance across Apple Podcasts, Pocket Casts and Stitcher. But they quickly expanded beyond charts to offer some truly pioneering features.
I remember the excitement I felt in 2019 when Chartable introduced SmartLinks, which made it significantly easier to measure the marketing effectiveness of clickable/tappable media. Later that year, Chartable rolled out SmartPromos, offering similar insights for podcast-to-podcast marketing. Read More
Article originally written by Dan Misener and published on Bumper.
During the pandemic and Hollywood strikes, the podcast industry experienced a massive boom as it became one of the few remaining entertainment options for audiences stuck at home. With traditional media productions halted, listeners turned to podcasts, propelling many shows to unprecedented levels of popularity.
Now, as Hollywood returns to full swing and audiences have more content options, many podcasts are facing a downturn in listenership—a natural correction after the explosive growth during COVID. Watch Here
PodMatch.com, the platform that automatically matches ideal podcast hosts and guests for interviews, has announced plans to launch the PodMatch Podcast Network. This initiative will bring together 1,000 independent, interview-based podcasters who release daily episodes. The goal of the network is to become the world's largest podcast network in terms of both episodes released and the number of podcasts within the network.
The PodMatch Podcast Network's mission is to help independent podcasters take their shows to the next level by growing their audience, streamlining processes, and earning more revenue. Members will receive exclusive access to premium education, coaching, community collaborations, and other resources to help them succeed while maintaining complete creative control of their podcasts. Learn More
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By listening to this show you will gain a TON of knowledge and skills that will make a HUGE difference in your sound quality and save you time!
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