Podnews Weekly Review
The last word in podcasting news.
Every Friday, James Cridland and Sam Sethi review the week's top stories from Podnews; and interview some of the biggest names making the news from across the podcast industry.
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- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 69 minutes
- Episodes
- 256
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
Copyright claims, Spotify's job losses, Pod People and Podgagement
(description from Buzzsprout's CoHost AI feature)
Can you imagine receiving a bill for using an image without a license? James doesn't have to imagine it, and he’s here to share his harrowing copyrigh…
The podcast app that will skip the ads for you; plus Spotify's Wrapped, YouTube and Descript
We talk to Anna Sian from Spotify; Christiana Cromer from Descript; and Neil Mody from Headliner.
"Use the chapters, Luke."
Connect With Us:
- Email: weekly@po…
Brendan Mulligan and Lisa Jacobs
We start with a dive into the stormy waves stirred up by Good Pods and the backlash against their AI-generated descriptions, our discussion provides a rich exploration of this hot topic. We're thrill…
Live Streaming at Podcon MX with Alberto Betella; and Ainsley Costello
Ever wonder how a podcast episode gets broadcasted live? Alberto Betella, co-founder of RSSCom, will let you in on the secret from the recent Podcom MX event in Mexico. We'll traverse the exciting ch…
Exploring Buzzsprout with Tom Rossi and Podhome with Barry Luijbregts
Ever wondered how AI can lend a helping hand in podcasting? Stay tuned as we unfurl the fascinating features of Buzzsprout's new AI assistant, Co-Host - a revolutionary tool that can significantly st…
Unveiling RSS Blue for Music Podcasters and the double-winner at the Independent Podcast Awards
The new features of RSS Blue for music podcasters and how they can leverage this platform to monetize their art - and lots more!
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- Email: wee…
Inside Caloroga Shark Media; and Spotify is back in black
Sam and James chat about Spotify's surprise profit; and we interview Caloroga Shark Media, a company producing short-form podcasts.
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- Email: …
Gene Liverman joins us, with Steve Goldstein and Jay Nachlis revealing more about YouTube and podcasting
Buzzsprout's AI writes:
"Get ready to unravel the power of YouTube in the podcasting realm with none other than @GeneBean, a part-time podcaster and home automation enthusiast. This episode is all abo…
Todd Cochrane's 19th year of podcasting
We talk with Todd Cochrane of Blubrry about the last 19 years of podcasting, and the future.
Connect With Us:
- Email: [email protected]
- Fediverse: @james@b…
Spotify's audiobooks, Canada's regulation, and Sam at the British Podcast Awards
Revel in the thrill of the ever-evolving podcasting industry! Brace yourself for an exciting episode as we dive into Spotify's latest news including the introduction of audiobooks and time synced tra…
Exclusive Edison Podcast Metrics UK data; and the dangers of headphones
Google Podcasts to close; too soon?
Plus Melissa Kiesche, Senior Vice President at Edison Research, who unveils the meticulous process behind gathering listener data, providing us with a fresh perspec…
Ross Adams from Acast; Pete Birsinger from Podscribe; and the last word in podcasting news
Ready to elevate your podcasting knowledge? Our latest episode is a deep dive into the evolving world of Apple Podcasts and Acast, promising to enhance your understanding of the industry's latest dev…
Naomi Mellor on the International Women's Podcast Awards, and PodcastOne on the NASDAQ
Good news from podcasting as downloads are up; and Podcast One gets onto the NASDAQ.
Plus, we've an interview with Naomi Mellor, and for some reason, start talking about Bruno Brookes.
Ainsley Costello and Sam Mean on music in podcasting; Greg Glenday, Acast's new Chief Business Officer
In the chapters (use them!)
Every industry has its rising stars, and ours is no different. Meet Ainsley Costello, the 19-year-old independent artist who is brilliantly navigating the modern music indu…
YouTube's RSS Support, and Transcribe.FM with Nathan Gathright
(This is mostly written by Buzzsprout's CoHost AI tool)
Ready to unravel the mysteries of YouTube's support for RSS? Join us, James Cridland and Sam Sethi, as we navigate the intricate maze of open-st…
Live from Podcast Movement with the New Media Show
Live from the show floor at Podcast Movement 2023, in Denver, CO.
Guests are
- Todd Cochrane, CEO, Blubrry
- Rob Greenlee, SteamYard and Nomono
- Anne Kavanaugh, OSSA Collective
Sam Sethi is away this week, pro…
SquadCast acquired by Descript and IPFS podcasting
Ever wondered how changes in the podcasting landscape can revolutionize your content creation? Imagine driving your podcast to new heights using innovative technologies and groundbreaking integration…
With Kyrin Down - Russia's fight with Apple Podcasts, and good news/bad news
- Good news, bad news - financials sound good, consumption doesn’t
- The Russians are coming
- And advanced audience demographics for podcasts
- Plus, Live One’s Rob Ellin on the future of Kast Media, Podcast O…
Exploring the 'Podfather' Adam Curry's Boostagram Ball: and the British Podcast Awards Controversy
(This was initially produced by Buzzsprout's AI)
Join us on a thrilling exploration featuring none other than the 'Podfather' himself, Adam Curry. He pulls back the curtain on his groundbreaking podca…
Spotify's financials, and Rebecca Sananès on her career and working with Harry and Meghan
(This episode description originally from Buzzsprout's AI service)
This week, we unpack the rollercoaster ride of Spotify's stocks, despite their active users and subscribers climbing higher. We'll cl…