A natural next step many podcasters take after perfecting their show and growing their audience is to monetize their podcast. Your mind might immediately jump to advertising, but there are plenty of different ways to monetize that fit every type of podcaster. We’ll explore them together in this article! Monetization Through Ads A popular way […]
You may or may not be familiar with the annual cycle of advertising. In general, advertisements tend to reach a peak around December with the last holidays of the year. After brands have spent their annual budget, they spend the first few months of the new year figuring that budget. What does this have to […]
Believe it or not, there’s a method to the madness when it comes to podcast advertising. A show’s audience, content, and even the host can all have significant impacts on whether or not an advertising campaign goes well. We’ve covered most of these topics in previous blogs including how to set a host up for […]
We’re back again with another exciting update for advertisers! Advertisers on RedCircle are now able to send custom questionnaires to podcasts on RAP (the RedCircle Ad Platform) before fully committing to a campaign. Get a feel for the podcasts you’re interested in working with and ensure it’s the right fit! Our vetting feature allows advertisers […]
Before we jump in, take a quick moment to pat yourself on the back. Congrats! You completed your first podcast ad campaign! 😄 Of course, you’d want to keep the momentum going after successfully finishing, but how exactly do you go about doing that? The simple answer is to continue your campaigns. This article walks […]
You’ve finally got the a-okay from your team and you’re ready to dip your toe into podcast advertising! But how exactly do you go about running your first podcast ad campaign? You, of course, want to make sure that the investment is worth it, so understanding what makes a campaign successful is key. One-third (or […]
When it comes to podcast ads, it turns out that less does a whole lot better than more. A recent study from Ad Results Media (ARM) found that the ideal number of ads per ad break is 2 max. This goldilocks number allows listeners to really hear the ads and prevents them from tuning out, […]
Apple recently released an operating system update that may have a major impact on podcast downloads. The TL;DR of it: Apple is changing the way podcast episodes are being downloaded to iOS devices. This change may skew your download numbers on Apple Podcasts to be a bit lower than they typically are. The change was […]
It’s no secret that podcast advertising continues to grow in 2023 and beyond. More and more brands are delving into the world of podcast advertising either by dipping a small toe or plunging in head first. But it can be overwhelming when starting your journey into podcast advertising. So, we’ve created this quick guide to […]
Podcast advertising has emerged as a powerful medium for businesses to reach their target audience and build awareness. It’s not just the big places that can participate, though, small businesses can also leverage podcast advertising to boost their reach and grow their customer base. Did you know that one-third (32%) of American adults listen to […]