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A weekly roundup of podcast industry news and updates from the Buzzsprout team! Each episode aims at making podcasters successful with tips, tech reviews, upcoming events, and links to content aimed at making new and seasoned podcasters successful.

  1. 1 HR AGO

    Video Distribution to Apple Podcasts Is Here

    Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey, Podcasters! I have big news to share: video distribution to Apple Podcasts is now available to all Buzzsprout podcasters. You can now upload video files to Buzzsprout and send video episodes directly to Apple Podcasts, while Buzzsprout continues distributing audio everywhere else. Apple Podcasts is one of the best places to reach podcast listeners, and now your audience can choose how they experience your show: Watch the episodeListen like a traditional podcast Or read along with the transcript...all inside Apple Podcasts. This is especially useful for podcasters who already record video but haven’t wanted to manage a more complicated workflow! We recently talked through what video on Apple Podcasts means for indie podcasters on ​Buzzcast​, including why we think this creates a real opportunity for growth right now. If you’ve been curious about video podcasting, this is a great time to experiment with it! Get Started with Video Mark Your Calendar Buzzsprout and ​Podnews​ are headed to ​The Podcast Show London​, and we want to hang out with you!  Join us on May 19th from 4-7 PM for a fun night of networking, food, and drinks. RSVP to save your spot! We hope to see you there! RSVP Grow Your Craft ​What PR Actually Means for Podcasters:​ PR gets talked about a lot in podcasting, but most creators still aren’t sure how to use it to grow their show. In this live session on May 14th, you'll learn how podcast PR really works and how it differs from marketing and advertising. Sign up for the event to reserve your spot! ​Jacksonville Podcasters - Join us for Age of Audio: ​WJCT Public Media and Jax Podcasters United are showing a special screening of Age of Audio, a documentary about the rise of podcasting, followed by a live panel discussion and Q&A with director Shaun Michael Colón. The event on June 3rd is free, but RSVPs are requested because space is limited. Reserve your spot today! Have a question for Megan? Send a text! That's all for this week! Thanks for listening & keep podcasting!

    3 min

  2. 5 MAY

    How to Keep Old Content Fresh

    Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey, Podcasters! If you're anything like me, updating ads and announcements used to be a hassle. Anytime I wanted to swap a promo, update a sponsorship, or change a call-to-action, I had to go back and edit each episode one by one. That was until I learned about Dynamic Content! Dynamic Content lets you add and remove time-sensitive content across your entire back catalog, without re-uploading anything. So instead of old promos and outdated messages sticking around forever, you can keep your ads and announcements aligned with what you’re doing right now. Dynamic Content makes it easy to: • Swap in new promos across old episodes • Update sponsorships • Run time-sensitive announcements • Keep your call-to-actions fresh Once you start using Dynamic Content, your podcast becomes a lot more flexible and a lot easier to manage. If you haven’t explored Dynamic Content yet, now’s a great time to learn how it works!Join us this Wednesday, May 6th, at 1:00 PM EST, for a Buzzsprout Features Orientation where we’ll take a closer look at Dynamic Content and answer any questions you have in real time. You can sign up today to reserve your spot! Sign Up for the Orientation Mark Your Calendar Buzzsprout and Podnews are headed to The Podcast Show London, and we want to hang out with you! Join us on May 19th from 4-7 PM for a fun night of networking, food, and drinks. RSVP to save your spot! We hope to see you there! RSVP Have a question for Megan? Send a text! That's all for this week! Thanks for listening & keep podcasting!

    2 min

  3. 28 APR

    Make Your Podcast Stand Out

    Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey, Podcasters! I talk with podcasters all the time who don't launch their shows because they think there are already too many podcasts about their topic.  They might be right; the category could be crowded. But instead of focusing on a category, they should be focusing on their niche. This week on Buzzcast, we break down the difference, and it’s one of those shifts that changes how you approach your entire show!  A category is broad: business, parenting, true crime. A niche is where things get interesting. It’s who you’re talking to, how you structure the show, the tone you bring, and the promise you make to the listener at the end of each episode. That’s why you can have dozens of podcasts covering the same topic, and they still feel completely different; they all have a different niche. If you're ready to have your podcast stand out in a crowded space, check out this week's episode of Buzzcast! Listen to Buzzcast Mark Your Calendar  Buzzsprout and Podnews are headed to The Podcast Show London, and we want to hang out with you!  Join us on May 19th from 4-7 PM for a fun night of networking, food, and drinks. RSVP to save your spot! We hope to see you there! RSVP Episode of the Week In today’s fast-paced world, both podcast guests and hosts are competing to gain more attention and traction for their brands. It seems that to stand out, we have to do more and more. But that couldn’t be further from the truth.  In this episode of Podcasting Made Simple, Tom Rossi and Alex Sanfilippo explain how they’ve both built podcasting businesses by doing something that’s different than the norm! Listen to Podcasting Made Simple Have a question for Megan? Send a text! That's all for this week! Thanks for listening & keep podcasting!

    2 min

  4. 21 APR

    Why Transcripts Matter

    Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey, Podcasters!  For a long time, ​podcast transcripts​ felt like a nice extra. We knew they were helpful, but not necessarily essential.  That’s changed! If you’re on one of our current paid plans at Buzzsprout, we’re now automatically generating transcripts for your new episodes.  And the timing couldn’t be better! Transcripts have become one of the most useful tools you can have for your show. They make your podcast more accessible, help search engines and AI understand your content, and make it much easier to reuse the work you’ve already created. Platforms like Apple Podcasts and Spotify are supporting transcripts more, and tools like Google and ChatGPT can actually use them to suggest your episodes when people search for specific topics. That means your podcast isn’t just something people listen to anymore. It’s something they can find! There’s also a creative side to this. Once you have a transcript, it can help you build everything else: Show notes and blog posts Social content and clips Future episode ideas Even talks, presentations, or booksIf you haven’t really paid attention to transcripts before, now’s a good time to start! Watch the video to see how transcripts can help you grow your podcast and get more out of every episode. Watch Video And if you're looking for more on transcripts, be sure to check out ​this episode of Podcasting Q&A​.  Have a question for Megan? Send a text! That's all for this week! Thanks for listening & keep podcasting!

    2 min

  5. 14 APR

    Transform Your Podcast Intro

    Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey, Podcasters! Think about the last time you checked out a new podcast. You hit play…and within a minute or two, you decided whether to keep listening or move on. That’s not unusual. In fact, a huge chunk of listener drop-off happens in the first few minutes of an episode!  Your intro is your podcast's first impression! What Your Intro Needs to Do A good intro is about giving listeners a reason to stay. At its core, your intro should: Introduce who you are and what your show is about Preview what this episode will cover Clearly state what the listener will get out of itYou can add music or a short CTA, but those are optional. Keep It Simple (and Short) Most great intros are just 15–30 seconds. One small shift makes a big difference: don’t just say what the episode is about, say what the listener will walk away with. If you want examples, templates, and a full breakdown, read the guide: Most Effective Podcast Intros And if you want more on creating a great podcast intro, check out this episode of ​Podcasting Q&A​! Have a question for Megan? Send a text! That's all for this week! Thanks for listening & keep podcasting!

    2 min

  6. 31 MAR

    Maximize your CTA

    Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey, Podcasters!  You’ve heard it at the end of nearly every podcast: “Follow the show, leave a review, check out our website, join the newsletter…” A classic call-to-action list. By the time it’s over, you’ve already tuned it out! The problem isn’t that CTAs don’t work, it’s that most of them ask too much. This week on Buzzcast, the team breaks down how to create a call-to-action that listeners actually complete without turning your podcast into a list of chores. Their strategy is to pick one priority and make it clear. From there, everything gets easier: You can plan your CTA so it feels intentionalIt's easier to vary your wording so listeners don’t tune it out Allows for flexibility of placement in your episode They also talk about using the Benjamin Franklin effect: an easy way to ask for help that actually increases listener buy-in. If you want more listeners to take action (without sounding repetitive or pushy), this episode will help! Listen to Buzzcast Podcasting Made Simple Live On April 16th, PodMatch is hosting ​Podcasting Made Simple Live​, a premium virtual event for podcast hosts and guests that helps them grow their influence, revenue, and expertise!  All Buzzsprout podcasters can attend for free! Just use code BUZZLIVE at checkout for a free ticket. Have a question for Megan? Send a text! That's all for this week! Thanks for listening & keep podcasting!

    2 min

  7. 24 MAR

    Get Booked on Podcasts

    Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey, Podcasters! For years, we’ve said one of the fastest ways to grow a podcast is by guesting on other shows. But we hadn’t really ​tested it ourselves​. So this year, we did!  Jordan ran an experiment testing cold outreach, guest platforms, and everything in between and ended up getting booked on 8+ podcasts. What surprised her the most was how easy it was! Being a podcast guest isn’t about having a big audience or impressive credentials. Most hosts are just trying to answer three questions:  Can you serve their listeners? Can you communicate clearly? Can you make their life easier? Once she understood that, she built a strategy focused on pitching podcasts where she was a natural fit and could provide value. Approaching being a podcast guest as collaboration, not promotion, leads to better conversations, real relationships, and growth for your show along the way. She also found that tools like ​PodMatch​ sped things up significantly, since you’re connecting with hosts who are already looking for guests. If you're ready to get booked on podcasts, this is a resource you don't want to miss! Read the full guide: Get Booked on Podcasts in 2026 And if you want more on being a podcast guest, checkout ​Podcasting Made Simple Live​, a premium virtual event for podcast hosts and guests that helps them grow their influence, revenue, and expertise! Use code BUZZLIVE at checkout for a free ticket.  Have a question for Megan? Send a text! That's all for this week! Thanks for listening & keep podcasting!

    2 min

  8. 17 MAR

    Your AI Analyst

    Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey, Podcasters!  A few weeks ago, Kevin tried something a little nerdy. He fed Buzzcast’s entire back catalog (titles, downloads, durations, and transcripts) into ChatGPT to see what patterns it could find. Within a few minutes, the AI was pointing out things we hadn’t noticed in years of producing the show. Which topics perform best, what kinds of conversations create the most engagement, and even how each host contributes to the flow of the episode! It also surfaced opportunities to improve: better title patterns, segments that work especially well, and ideas for future episodes based on what listeners already love. This week on ​Buzzcast​, the team walks through how you can run the same kind of analysis on your own podcast using your episode list and transcripts. If you want to spot patterns in your content, optimize your back catalog, and plan stronger future episodes, this episode is for you!  Listen to Buzzcast Short on Time?  Here are some quick videos to better your podcast this week: ​Podcast Chapters in Apple and Spotify​​5 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started Podcasting​Have a question for Megan? Send a text! That's all for this week! Thanks for listening & keep podcasting!

    2 min
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A weekly roundup of podcast industry news and updates from the Buzzsprout team! Each episode aims at making podcasters successful with tips, tech reviews, upcoming events, and links to content aimed at making new and seasoned podcasters successful.

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