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.
- Update frequency
- every 9 days
- Average duration
- 49 minutes
- Episodes
- 206
- Years Active
- 2019 - 2025
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 The …
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 con…
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 What is a Podcast? survey and the problem…
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 wha…
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…
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 Ros…
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.
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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 …
Apple Podcasts Streamlines Submissions!
We're going over some significant updates from Apple Podcasts that simplify the podcast submission process!
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 pressur…
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 …
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 disc…
Even Robots Hate Being Interrupted
Alban and Kevin are diving into the hilarious story of Google’s NotebookLM and its AI podcast hosts who got a little annoyed when interrupted. Due to snarky comebacks like “I was gettin…
What AI Should (And Shouldn’t) Do In Podcasting
AI is everywhere these days, but how does it fit into podcasting? In this episode, we’re breaking down what AI can do to make your podcasting life easier and what should always be left …
What a Top Podcaster Actually Earns
We're getting a rare glimpse into what major podcasters make, focusing on the salary disclosures from Barstool Sports. This thought-provoking conversation explores the impact of transpa…
How Honey Is Stealing Money From Creators
Is PayPal's Honey browser extension siphoning affiliate commissions? In Megalag's YouTube video, The Honey Trap: Exposing PayPal's Influencer Scam, we learn about the accusations of Hon…
New! Share Your Podcast Directly To Instagram Stories
We're chatting about a new feature in the Buzzsprout for iOS app: sharing episodes directly to Instagram Stories!
Alban also gives us an update on his 50k trail race earlier this month!
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Buzzsprout's New Home Screen Widgets
We're giving you the gift of flair and function with Buzzsprout's newest feature: Home Screen Widgets! Use the Home Screen Widgets to track your progress, personalize your phone, and be…
Insights from Buzzsprout's 2024 Backtracks
Tom Rossi joins us to unpack Buzzsprout's fascinating podcast statistics for 2024. Learn how metrics like minutes produced and episodes created showcase the dedication behind every podc…
25+ Creative Podcast Marketing Ideas
We're sharing over 25 innovative and practical podcast marketing ideas designed to help established podcasters and beginners alike.
From guerrilla marketing tactics and in-person event s…