The podcast app that will skip the ads for you; plus Spotify's Wrapped, YouTube and Descript
Dec 1, 2023 • 105 minsIn this episode, James, Sam, and guests Anna Sian, Neil Mody, and Christiana Cromer discuss Fader by Audio and Apple's top podcasts. They interview Anna about Spotify, review the global podcast ad market, and discuss the shutdown of Castro app. They also explore YouTube's role in podcasting, interview Christiana from Descript, and cover upcoming events.
Brendan Mulligan and Lisa Jacobs
Nov 24, 2023 • 90 minsThis episode covers Sam Sethi and James Cridland's 4 rules of apps, AI tools in podcasting, the effect of Apple's auto downloads change, and an interview with Lisa Jacobs about ad quality. It also discusses unionization in podcasting, podcast rankers, advertising plans, and tech updates. Features an interview with Brendan Mulligan about Podpage.
Live Streaming at Podcon MX with Alberto Betella; and Ainsley Costello
Nov 17, 2023 • 75 minsIn this episode, Sam Sethi and James Cridland talk about new developments at RSS.com with Alberto Betella and discuss the challenges of live broadcasting at Podcon MX. They delve into YouTube's RSS developments, correct last week's Pocket Casts discussion, and discuss financial reports from key podcasting entities. The hosts also cover recent industry deals, interview Ainsley Costello about her live shows, and introduce the Alternative Enclosure Tag. They discuss Spotify's TV app redesign and PodLP's new podcast, and provide updates on Podfans and Pod Protect.
Exploring Buzzsprout with Tom Rossi and Podhome with Barry Luijbregts
Nov 10, 2023 • 94 minsIn this episode, Sam Sethi and James Cridland delve into the process and features of placing an ad in the Buzzsprout network with Tom Rossi. They discuss the potential of publisher feeds, the new podcast hosting platform, Pod Home, and Barry Luijbregts' AI-focused journey to it. The hosts also analyze financial reports of podcast companies, discuss the role of hosts in maintaining RSS feeds quality, and update on international podcasting news. They also explore Pocket Casts' features and payment system.