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As apps like BlogTalkRadio, Samsung Podcasts, and Google Podcasts exit stage left, new ones are stepping into the spotlight! We're reviewing a fresh podcast listening app, Queue, which is purported to be the "simplest podcast app out there".

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Are you unknowingly sabotaging your podcast? We’re diving deep into the biggest pitfalls that trip up even the most seasoned podcasters—and how you can avoid them. From stretching episode lengths (when is it too long?) to finding the right balance with ads, we tackle the choices that can make or break a show’s success.

Plus, we're thrilled about all the Buzzsprout podcasters announced in the Women in Podcasting Awards, Kevin gets excited about a cognitive study on speed-listening, and we recount our recent meetup in Nashville!

Links mentioned:

• David Hooper - Big Podcast
• Why Listeners Enjoy Sped-Up Podcasts
• 2024 Women in Podcasting Award Winners
• Five Ways that Podcasters are Their Own Worst Enemy 

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We’re thrilled to introduce the brand-new Buzzsprout Home Dashboard! After 15 years of landing on the familiar Episodes screen, it’s time for a big upgrade. We’ll dive into how our native apps inspired this new experience and what the Home Dashboard brings to the table for all Buzzsprout users. From instant access to recent episodes and new pacing charts to curated resources to help you grow as a podcaster, this dashboard is designed to make daily podcasting easier. 

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In this episode, we explore the growing influence of podcasts in shaping public opinion and ask: Can podcasts sway elections more than traditional debates?

We dive into why presidential candidates, like Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, are hitting the podcast circuit, and how long-form conversations are changing the political landscape.

We also discuss the launch of This American Life Partners, their new listener-supported model, and the challenges facing the podcast industry with the rise of AI-generated content. Is AI a real threat, or can human creativity keep podcasts personal and authentic?

Links mentioned:

• The New Yorker: How Podcasts are Transforming the Presidential Election
• This American Life Partners
• Is AI a "Threat to the Podcasting World"?
• Vergecast: They're Called Podcasts

Sound-off Question: What are some things you've gone to in-person lately and what made it valuable?

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We're gearing up for the Buzzsprout meetup in Nashville! Our team can't wait to connect with fellow podcasters over tacos, drinks, and some cool swag at the Virgin Hotels Nashville on October 24th from 6:30 to 8:30.

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We're diving into Buzzsprout's latest feature: custom mid-roll placements! This update gives podcasters more flexibility and control over where ads and dynamic content are inserted into their episodes.

Then, we discuss the growing trend of political podcasting and how major figures like Kamala Harris on Call Her Daddy and Donald Trump on This Past Weekend w/Theo Von are leveraging this platform to engage with a younger, broader audience, akin to modern-day fireside chats. 

Also in this episode, we cover a surprising new AI tool called Golpo that generates entire true-crime podcasts.

Sound-Off Question: What are your feelings toward AI-generated podcasts?

Undeniably Good Podcast Episodes:

• Everything 80's: Calvin and Hobbes: The Story of the Beloved Comic Strip
• Talk Lit, Get Hit: Fifty Shades of Grey
• Buzzcast: The Day Podcasts Stopped
• The Dollop with Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds: The Rube
• Shell Game: Conversations with Myself
• Invest Like the Best with Patrick O'Shaughnessy: Tobi Lutke - Building a Modern Business
• Reply All: #102 Long Distance
• Jaded HR: You're an HR Analyst Harry!

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In our search for the best replacements for Chartable, we're shedding light on some promising contenders! From the free Open Podcast Prefix Project (OP3) offering detailed analytics to Podgagement and Podstatus for tracking ratings and reviews, there's something for everyone. We also dive into PodTrack's professional features tailored for those seeking robust demographic surveys and Apple's innovative integration with Linkfire for smart link tracking.

Our recommendations:

• OP3 
• Podgagement 
• Podstatus
• Podtrac 
• Linkfire for Podcasts 

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We cover a wide range of topics designed to help podcasters stay ahead in the ever-evolving podcasting industry. We kick things off with some major Buzzsprout updates, including our latest IAB 2.2 certification and Buzzsprout’s newly redesigned website customizer. Check out the websites created by Sparkling Life Coach, The Kids' Code Podcast, The Late Bloomer Actor, and The Writing Worship Podcast!

We then take a look at Google’s Notebook LM, how Acquired filled an arena with thousands of fans, and the growing trend of niche podcasts making big waves, like the HVAC School podcast.

Sound-Off Question: What is a podcast episode that is so undeniably good you could recommend it to anyone? (Based off the Something Large and Wild episode Kevin recommended to Alban)

Links mentioned in this episode:

• Buzzsprout Stats are IAB v2.2 Certified
• Google's NotebookLM
• Acquired Live
• Substack Decoder Interview
• HVAC School 
• Tom's Episode on Micro-Plastics
• Read Something Wonderful

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After reading Ashley Carman's latest article, we're diving into the rising trend of long-form podcast episodes. With podcasters like Joe Rogan, Lex Fridman, and Stephen Bartlett regularly releasing 3 to 9-hour conversations, it’s clear that listeners are staying tuned for extended content. But why are long episodes becoming so popular? 

Join us as we explore how listeners engage with long-form content, why podcasts allow flexibility in how we consume media, and the editing secrets behind successful lengthy episodes. 

Read the article: Podcasters Ditch Short Episodes in Favor of Four-Hour Conversations

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We're diving into the latest announcement from Buzzsprout: redesigned podcast websites! The new podcast websites have several improvements to make your podcast website more engaging and user friendly, like episode search, a contributor page, a podroll page, highlighted Fan Mail messages, and more!

See the redesign and all the new features on these podcast websites:

• Buzzcast
• Happy to Help
• Dreamful Bedtime Stories
• Podnews Weekly Review

Also in this episode, Alban shares his experiment with Pocket Casts, a move that transformed his podcast-listening habits. We compare features like customizability and search functions across popular apps such as Overcast and Apple Podcasts, helping you enhance your listening experience.

We’ll also highlight the latest updates in Apple products, including the game-changing iPhone 16 Pro and AirPods 4, and their implications for podcasters & podcast listeners.

Sound-Off Question: Share your updated Buzzsprout podcast website & let us know what you think!

Links mentioned in this episode:

• Pocket Casts
• Buzzsprout's Rebuilt Podcast Websites
• Apple's "It's Glowtime" Event

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With Buzzsprout's new iOS lock screen widgets, you don't need to refresh your app constantly to keep track of podcast stats. In this episode, you'll gain insights into the variety of widget options available—from instant access to the Buzzsprout app to real-time updates on daily and weekly download stats, and even your progress toward achievement milestones.

Lock screen widgets are only available for Buzzsprout for iOS.

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