Into The Podverse: Innovation, Challenges & Opportunities

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Into The Podverse explores the innovation, challenges, and opportunities shaping African and global podcasting. Host Tony Doe shares insights, strategies, and stories from creators across Nigeria and beyond. Learn how new tools, content approaches, and market realities are helping podcasters grow and build sustainable shows. This podcast guides creators, educators, and listeners through the evolving African and global audio landscape.

  1. When a Podcast Hosting Platform May Not Be Right for You

    4D AGO

    When a Podcast Hosting Platform May Not Be Right for You

    Podcast hosting platforms are essential infrastructure, but they are not always the right fit for every show. In this reflective episode of Into the Podverse, we explore when a traditional hosting platform may misalign with our goals, workflow, or long-term independence. From RSS ownership and platform incentives to monetisation, migration, and open standards, we offer a thoughtful framework for choosing podcast infrastructure that supports longevity rather than dependency.

    8 min
  2. What YouTube Won’t Tell Audio-First Creators

    FEB 1

    What YouTube Won’t Tell Audio-First Creators

    Explore why Google shut down its podcast app and shifted to YouTube Music, impacting audio-first creators. Learn the value of RSS feeds for true independence in podcast distribution, with AI transcription tools highlighting the shift from open roads to controlled platforms. Essential listening for Nigerian and global podcasters seeking control over their content and audience.

    5 min
  3. How Universal Podcast URLs Boost Discovery

    JAN 26

    How Universal Podcast URLs Boost Discovery

    Discover how universal podcast URLs like Podfollow and Podlink simplify sharing, reduce friction, and enhance accessibility across platforms. Learn why RSS feeds are essential for Nigerian podcasts and how to submit to the Nigerian Podcast Index (NPI) for better preservation and visibility.

    7 min
  4. The Free Hosting Fallacy: Trust, Transparency, and Ownership in Podcasting

    JAN 19

    The Free Hosting Fallacy: Trust, Transparency, and Ownership in Podcasting

    Explore the hidden risks of free podcast hosting platforms through a personal experience with unauthorised audio inserts. Gain insights on maintaining creator control, reading terms carefully, and avoiding assumptions in the podcast ecosystem from an African viewpoint.

    5 min
  5. Lady Toluu on Podcast Editing Career

    JAN 16

    Lady Toluu on Podcast Editing Career

    How do you build a career in podcast editing in Nigeria? Podcast editor Lady Toluu shares her journey into audio editing, the tools and workflows she relies on, and the realities of working as a Nigerian female editor in a competitive industry. This conversation offers practical insight for aspiring podcast editors, producers, and creators looking to sharpen their skills and understand the business behind clean, professional audio. Originally published on May 2, 2023.

    21 min
  6. Gboyega Adeoya on Podcast to Radio

    JAN 16

    Gboyega Adeoya on Podcast to Radio

    What does it take to move a podcast from on-demand listening to traditional radio? Podcast host Gboyega O. Adeoya shares his experience taking The Sample Axis Podcast to the Nigerian airwaves, including what worked, what didn’t, and how radio changed audience reach. This episode explores the practical benefits and challenges of blending podcasting with broadcast radio, and what creators should consider before making the jump. Originally published on April 24, 2023.

    22 min
  7. Mark Asquith on Audio Influence

    JAN 16

    Mark Asquith on Audio Influence

    How do podcasters build real influence through audio? Mark Asquith, co-founder of CaptivateFM, explains what audio influence really means, why authentic engagement matters more than fast growth, and how technology shapes long-term podcast success. This episode covers message clarity, audience trust, and the opportunities ahead for podcast creators, including the growing potential of the African podcast market. Originally published on May 22, 2023.

    17 min
  8. Neal Veglio on Podcast Growth

    JAN 16

    Neal Veglio on Podcast Growth

    How do you grow a podcast beyond chasing charts? Neal Veglio, founder of Podknows Podcasting, explains why niche ranking matters more than overall charts and how thoughtful planning keeps listeners engaged from start to finish. This conversation breaks down smarter ways to measure podcast success, focusing on real audience connection, retention, and long-term impact rather than raw download numbers. Originally published on May 22, 2023.

    12 min
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Into The Podverse explores the innovation, challenges, and opportunities shaping African and global podcasting. Host Tony Doe shares insights, strategies, and stories from creators across Nigeria and beyond. Learn how new tools, content approaches, and market realities are helping podcasters grow and build sustainable shows. This podcast guides creators, educators, and listeners through the evolving African and global audio landscape.

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