Layoffs, Lawsuits & Listening Loyalty: A Wild Week in Podcasting
On this week’s episode of Podcast Top 5, host Emily Soule dives into the chaos and charm of the podcasting world! From pink slips at Spotify’s podcast division to podcast ads earning way more trust than social media, this episode’s got it all. We break down the latest research from Sounds Profitable that shows why your listeners actually believe what they hear (take notes, Instagram). Plus, a lawyer from Radio-Canada sends out cease-and-desist letters without fully understanding how RSS feeds work. Classic. Also: our Podcast of the Week is The Best People with Nicolle Wallace, where high-achievers drop knowledge on how to lead with truth, decency, and that secret sauce of success. It’s smart, it’s spicy, and it’s just the right amount of sarcastic. Let’s dive in.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Flipping Fortunes, Apple Drops Podcast Stats, and a New Era for Video Pods?
This week, we’re diving into the biggest podcasting buzz: Apple Podcasts just had its best year ever and for the first time, their team actually took the stage at a podcast event! Plus, we’re talking flipping houses and flipping expectations with our Podcast of the Week, The Science of Flipping. Also in the mix: Is video podcasting about to get way better for indie creators? Apple’s UK podcasting dominance (88 of the top 100 shows are UK-made!) And how real estate investing might just be your next remote gig. All that and a peek at mowPod Charts, the no-fuss way to track Apple Podcast rankings. It’s podcasting, but smarter. Let’s go.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Spotify’s Big Wins, Pod Pods Dreams, and the Future of Podcasting Tech
In this week’s episode of The Podcast Top 5, host Emily Soule from mowPod dives into the latest in podcast and audio news We’re talking Spotify’s massive Q1 profits and their bold moves in Mexico with the first-ever Mexico Podcast Awards. We also dive into POD Pods—yes, earbuds designed just for podcast lovers (if only they were real). Plus, we break down the launch of PodHeroes, the world’s first expert podcasting marketplace, and Descript’s very real transcription fails. From fantasy tech to financial flexes, this one’s for the podcast power users. Let’s get into it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Spotify’s Audiobook Ambitions, Descript’s Major Glitch, and Rolling Stone’s First-Ever Audio Awards
In this week’s episode of The Podcast Top 5, host Emily Soule from mowPod dives into the latest in podcast and audio news—starting with Spotify’s big bet on non-English audiobooks and what that actually means for creators. Then, we talk Descript’s transcription tool… or lack thereof (spoiler: users aren’t thrilled). And finally, Rolling Stone’s new “audio awards” are here—with familiar mic brands taking home the gold… and possibly some undisclosed affiliate links along the way. Whether you’re here for the drama, the downloads, or the dysfunction—this week has a little bit of everything.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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YouTube Gets Dynamic, Apple Stays on Top, and the BBC Backs Off
In this episode of The Podcast Top 5, Emily Soule from mowPod rounds up the week’s biggest podcast headlines: YouTube eyes dynamic ad insertion, Apple Podcasts proves it’s still the heavyweight champ, Podcast Movement Evolutions kicks off in Chicago, and the BBC backs away from a controversial ad plan after industry pushback. It’s fast, fun, and full of the audio intel you didn’t know you needed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
“The Podcast Top 5” is your 5 minute weekly rundown of the most awesome things happening in podcasting. Hosted by Emily Soule of mowPod, each episode breaks down the top five stories shaping the industry from new podcast launches and platform updates to fun trends and insights. Whether you’re a podcast creator, listener, or industry pro, join Emily as she dives into the must-know news in a quick format that keeps you up-to-date and in the loop!
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