36 min
Apple Podcasts Changes: Spotlighting Creators And A Possible Subscription Service Incoming The Q'd Up Podcast on Podcasting
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Apple Podcasts is the biggest platform out there for podcasters. So when they start doing new things, it can very well change the industry completely. This episode of the Q’d Up Podcast On Podcasting breaks down two new things Apple Podcasts are starting to do.
From highlighting independent content creators to potentially starting a subscription service, Apple Podcasts is making some waves at the start of 2021. John and Jay (PodVader) break down what those things really mean and what impact they could realistically have on podcasters like you. The guys also talk about different audio file settings and what you should be doing to record the best possible audio.
Show highlights:Introduction
Production issues (1:41)
Recording issues struck the guys again on the last episode, causing an editing nightmare. John and Jay talk about what occurred and once again remind everyone to record backups.
Apple Podcasts spotlight (4:04)
Apple is using their platform to highlight independent content creators now, using the Apple Podcasts Spotlight. Jay and John discuss just how much help this could be for the average podcaster and where the potential pitfalls could be.
Is Apple Podcasts launching a subscription service? (7:01)
Apple has been reaching out to some podcasters to talk about starting a potential subscription service. Jay reviews how subscription services have already impacted the podcasting industry and what Apple joining the club could do further.
Podcast Movement University relaunched (15:48)
The Podcast Movement University has relaunched but with a subscription model. But is it worth it? Jay and John take a closer look at what they offer and who this might be for.
Let’s teach PodVader a lesson: Audio file settings (21:25)
John takes Jay into the production side of things to talk about the ideal audio file settings for a podcast. John teaches what bit depth, sample rate, and bit rate all do, as well as how you should be using them to improve your podcast audio.
Apple Podcasts insights: January (33:30)
There was a spike at the beginning of the month before plateauing for a bit. But there was another massive spike in new shows on Apple Podcasts around the middle of the month.
Links:Q’d Up
Pod Vader - Twitter
Pod Vader - Email
Pod Vader - Linked In
John - Email
John - Linked In
Podcast Industry Insights
Apple Podcasts is the biggest platform out there for podcasters. So when they start doing new things, it can very well change the industry completely. This episode of the Q’d Up Podcast On Podcasting breaks down two new things Apple Podcasts are starting to do.
From highlighting independent content creators to potentially starting a subscription service, Apple Podcasts is making some waves at the start of 2021. John and Jay (PodVader) break down what those things really mean and what impact they could realistically have on podcasters like you. The guys also talk about different audio file settings and what you should be doing to record the best possible audio.
Show highlights:Introduction
Production issues (1:41)
Recording issues struck the guys again on the last episode, causing an editing nightmare. John and Jay talk about what occurred and once again remind everyone to record backups.
Apple Podcasts spotlight (4:04)
Apple is using their platform to highlight independent content creators now, using the Apple Podcasts Spotlight. Jay and John discuss just how much help this could be for the average podcaster and where the potential pitfalls could be.
Is Apple Podcasts launching a subscription service? (7:01)
Apple has been reaching out to some podcasters to talk about starting a potential subscription service. Jay reviews how subscription services have already impacted the podcasting industry and what Apple joining the club could do further.
Podcast Movement University relaunched (15:48)
The Podcast Movement University has relaunched but with a subscription model. But is it worth it? Jay and John take a closer look at what they offer and who this might be for.
Let’s teach PodVader a lesson: Audio file settings (21:25)
John takes Jay into the production side of things to talk about the ideal audio file settings for a podcast. John teaches what bit depth, sample rate, and bit rate all do, as well as how you should be using them to improve your podcast audio.
Apple Podcasts insights: January (33:30)
There was a spike at the beginning of the month before plateauing for a bit. But there was another massive spike in new shows on Apple Podcasts around the middle of the month.
Links:Q’d Up
Pod Vader - Twitter
Pod Vader - Email
Pod Vader - Linked In
John - Email
John - Linked In
Podcast Industry Insights
36 min