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Podcasting has come a long way since its humble beginnings in the early 2000s. This digital medium that emerged from sharing audio files online has grown exponentially over the last two decades. Now, it is an integral part of our everyday lives. The past few years have witnessed massive growth in podcasting platforms, offering diverse content to users worldwide. 

Podcasting platforms have evolved with the changing needs of users. Platforms like Apple Podcasts and Spotify have made it easy for content creators to distribute their podcasts, while platforms like SquadCast and Capsho have reduced the barrier to entry to create new podcast content. This increased availability and accessibility have resulted in a surge of content and listeners, with an estimated 500 million podcast listeners worldwide in 2023.

On this week's episode of The Chris Hood Digital Show, Zach Moreno, CEO and Co-Founder of SquadCast.fm, and Deirdre Tshien, CEO and Co-Founder of Capsho, sit down with Chris to discuss entrepreneurship, AI in media, and the growth of podcasting platforms.

In today's fast-paced, digitally-focused world, businesses must constantly adapt and innovate to stay competitive. One effective way to achieve this is by forming strategic digital partnerships with other companies or organizations. By leveraging the expertise and resources of partners, businesses can accelerate their efforts, enhance their product offerings, and ultimately drive growth.

There are 22,000 software development firms and 28 million software developers worldwide. Yet, with just the right partners, a company can create a robust digital ecosystem to reach new markets and grow exponentially. But, engineering teams need help keeping up with technological advancements, shifting corporate cultures, and the consistent desire to keep moving forward.

In this episode, Chris Hood joins Ryan Chartrand, CEO of X-Team, and Sudi Navile, CEO of SID Global Solutions, to discuss building partnerships for digital acceleration.

Financial inclusion is a concept that focuses on the availability and equality of access to financial services for people around the world. Unfortunately, an estimated 6 million households in the United States and 2 billion people worldwide do not have a bank account and rely exclusively on paper currency. In this episode, Chris Hood welcomes Wade Arnold, CEO and Co-Founder of Moov Financial, and Michael Schlein, CEO of Accion, to understand the importance of financial inclusion and the social impact of FinTech and money movement.

Hey everybody, I’m Chris Hood and I have some exciting news to share about what I’ve been working on for the last few weeks. Yes, a new podcast. It’s The Chris Hood Digital Show. This podcast is all about exploring innovation, transformation, and digital acceleration.

In each episode, I will be speaking with global business leaders and industry technology experts, exploring their unique perspectives on the digital world and what it means for us all. We'll be discussing everything from the latest tech trends and customer transformation strategies, to the impact of technology on our lives and businesses.

So, mark your calendars for March 13th and be sure to tune in for the premier episode of The Chris Hood Digital Show. I'm looking forward to having you join me on this exciting journey…and as you’ll soon hear again - your digital evolution starts now!