Podcast stats. A deeply mysterious part of podcasting. Is it actually, though? Podcast analytics often appear as complicated enigmas, especially when definitions of success differ across platforms, but they’re not as difficult to understand as one might expect. In this deep dive, we’ll take a look at agreed-upon definitions of podcast stats as well as […]
Two weeks ago, our entire team flew to Chicago to attend Podcast Movement: Evolutions. We met with Advertisers, spoke with both our podcasters and folks on other platforms, and attended the abundance of great talks that the conference had to offer. But we didn’t go just to schmooze, we wanted to take everything we learned […]
“Video” was the buzzword floating all around the conference hall at Podcast Movement: Evolutions last week. Will video usurp traditional audio podcasts? What moves is YouTube making to enter the scene? What will happen to audio-only content creators? We gained plenty of insights during our time at PME (Podcast Movement: Evolutions), which we’ll share soon, […]
Starting a podcast can be as overwhelming as it is exciting! There are a lot of small details and nuances that many new podcasters may not be aware of when they start their podcasting journey. This guide is meant to help those new podcasters better understand the intricacies of this medium! Pre-Recording Best Practices The […]
2024 is coming to a close and we’ve learned a lot this year when it comes to podcasting! Reflecting on the past year can help to inform the future, too. So without further adieu, let’s take a look at what the biggest learnings were this year! Listener Trends Listenership has been on the rise over […]
Congrats on starting your first (or maybe even seventh) podcast! Whether you’re a newbie or a seasoned veteran, your show could benefit from the use of a trailer episode. Rather than scrambling at the last minute to ensure your show is all set up and ready, take advantage of this often under-used feature to create […]
It’s no secret that podcasting can be a time-consuming process; you need to prepare, record, edit, and market your show, along with a dozen other to-dos in order to run a successful podcast. But you don’t need to burn yourself out over the process if you know how to streamline it! Don’t Forget the 5 […]
Moving your podcast to a new hosting platform can be exciting! But there are a few key things you should do before making the switch to ensure a smooth transition. First, you should probably be familiar with the term “redirect” so you know what’s happening with your podcast. A “redirect”, sometimes also referred to as […]
Apple Podcasts has recently introduced the ability to add transcriptions to your show which are then shown on their platform. Many hosting platforms, RedCircle included, have had transcription features for some time now and Apple Podcasts is now supporting those features! This support will officially go live with their rollout of iOS 17.4 (which is […]
Much like having a guest on your show can help to grow your audience, guesting on another podcast can open your show up to a whole new audience. But before you start sending inquiries to Crime Junkie or Smartless, check out our podcast etiquette on how to be the best podcast guest! Network & Build […]