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Buzzsprout
Buzzcast is a roundtable discussion about podcasting from the people at Buzzsprout. We'll cover current events and news, podcast strategy, tools we are using, and dip into the Customer Support mailbag to test our podcasting knowledge. If you want to stay up-to-date on what's working in podcasting, Buzzcast is the show for you.
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May 21, 2021 • 48min
Is Clubhouse Dead? + Apple Podcasts Update
Send us Fan MailIn this episode we discuss three brand new features you can find in your Buzzsprout account, an update on Apple Podcasts Connect and the buggy app rollout, and reminisce on the good ol' days when Clubhouse was a thing.Links from today's episodeSee every new feature Buzzsprout has added recentlyWatch Alban's interview with Katie Piper from CanvaLearn about the new Canva artwork integrationWatch our Apple Podcasts Announcements PlaylistClubhouse users on the declineReview Buzzcast in Podchaser or Apple Podcasts to let us know what you think of the show.Contact BuzzcastSend us Fan MailTweet us at @buzzcastpodcast, @albanbrooke, @kfinn, and @JordanPodsThanks for listening and Keep Podcasting!

May 10, 2021 • 42min
How I Built This: Buzzsprout
Send us Fan MailIn this special edition of Buzzcast, hear from Buzzsprout's cofounders Tom and Kevin as they recount how the company was first started, important decisions that shaped the culture at Buzzsprout, and why the future is bright for podcasting.Special shoutout to the podcast that inspired the format for this week's special episode, "How I Built This with Guy Raz."Join us inside the Buzzsprout Podcast Community on Facebook to let us know if we should do more fun episodes like this in the future.Review Buzzcast in Podchaser or Apple Podcasts to let us know what you think of the show.Contact BuzzcastSend us Fan MailTweet us at @buzzcastpodcast, @albanbrooke, @kfinn, and @JordanPodsThanks for listening and Keep Podcasting!

Apr 23, 2021 • 1h 5min
Apple Podcasts Subscriptions + Facebook Copying Clubhouse?
Send us Fan MailIn this episode we break down all the announcements about Apple Podcasts and discuss Facebook's new venture into the world of social audio.[WARNING] Don't log in to Podcast Connect as there have been recent reports of people's shows being inadvertently removed from Apple Podcasts. We expect this bug to get fixed in the coming days.Links from today's episodeApple Podcasts for CreatorsCreate a Paid or Freemium PodcastCreate a Channel in Apple PodcastsFacebook pivots to audioReview Buzzcast in Podchaser or Apple Podcasts to let us know what you think of the show.Contact BuzzcastSend us Fan MailTweet us at @buzzcastpodcast, @albanbrooke, @kfinn, and @JordanPodsThanks for listening and Keep Podcasting!

Apr 16, 2021 • 40min
How to become a Full-Time Podcaster with Courtney Fretwell
Send us Fan MailBuzzsprout podcaster Courtney Fretwell shares her journey of leaving her job in criminal justice to pursue podcasting full-time.Listen to Courtney's Podcast, "Forensic Tales"Links from this interview:How to take a break from your podcastPatreonTeepublicPodcornPower Up Podcasting CourseReview Buzzcast in Podchaser or Apple Podcasts to let us know what you think of the show.Contact BuzzcastSend us Fan MailTweet us at @buzzcastpodcast, @albanbrooke, @kfinn, and @JordanPodsThanks for listening and Keep Podcasting!

Apr 9, 2021 • 37min
Spotify just passed Apple Podcasts (and why it matters)
Send us Fan MailIn this episode we break down the Buzzsprout global stats from March (hint: Spotify is the new #1 app), discuss Podcorn's recent acquisition, and have some fun with a 3D podcast audience graph.Check out Buzzsprout's Global Stats for March 2021 and see what else Buzzcast listeners are subscribed to.Other links from today's episodeAlban's interview with Agnes Kozera [Video]Podcorn Review and Walkthrough [Blog]Rephonic's Podcast Audience GraphSubscribe to the Buzzsprout YouTube channelReview Buzzcast in Podchaser or Apple Podcasts to let us know what you think of the show.Contact BuzzcastSend us Fan MailTweet us at @buzzcastpodcast, @albanbrooke, @kfinn, and @JordanPodsThanks for listening and Keep Podcasting!

Apr 2, 2021 • 1h 2min
How to Succeed in Podcasting with Pat Flynn
In this enlightening conversation, Pat Flynn, a best-selling author and the voice behind Smart Passive Income, shares his invaluable insights into podcasting success. He emphasizes the importance of embracing imperfections and building genuine connections with listeners. Discover how to cultivate a loyal fanbase, engage audiences effectively, and monetize even a small following. Pat also discusses the significance of networking in the podcasting world, highlighting how nurturing relationships can be a game-changer on your journey.

Mar 26, 2021 • 52min
Big changes coming to Apple Podcasts and Spotify?
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we discuss Apple Podcasts crossing 2 Million shows, the rumor mill on upcoming changes to both Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and dig into some listener questionsLinks from today's episodeApply to work at BuzzsproutReview Buzzcast in Podchaser or Apple Podcasts to let us know what you think of the show.Contact BuzzcastSend us Fan MailTweet us at @buzzcastpodcast, @albanbrooke, @kfinn, and @JordanPodsThanks for listening and Keep Podcasting!

Mar 19, 2021 • 38min
How to Get Sponsors with Agnes Kozera
Send us Fan MailIn this bonus episode, Agnes Kozera (co-founder of FameBit and Podcorn) shares her top tips for how to pitch your podcast to brands and pricing your show.Sign up for Podcorn and start securing sponsorships for your show today.Review Buzzcast in Podchaser or Apple Podcasts to let us know what you think of the show.Contact BuzzcastSend us Fan MailTweet us at @buzzcastpodcast, @albanbrooke, @kfinn, and @JordanPodsThanks for listening and Keep Podcasting!

Mar 12, 2021 • 53min
Dynamic Descriptions + Making an NPR Podcast in Just 3 Days
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Alban shares his top tips for running an event on Clubhouse, we discuss the newest Buzzsprout features, dive into Apple's decision to abandon "subscribers," and Travis explains what went into creating the last episode of Buzzcast in only 3 days.If you haven't listened to the last episode of Buzzcast, be sure to check out "The Day Podcasts Stopped."New features from BuzzsproutDaily DownloadsEpisode Number HelperImages in Chapter MarkersDynamic DescriptionsLinks from today's episodePodnews: Apple Podcasts to stop using "subscribe"Tom Webster: Subscription Confusion, ResolvedEric Nuzum, "Make Noise"Special thanks to those how helped us promote our "How to Start a Podcast in 2021" videoCarol Marks, "Carol Remarks"Greg Collins, "Substitute Teachers Lounge"Tom Raftery, "Climate 21"Eric Nordhoff, "Courage Cast - Build Your Belief"Dariush, "The denimheads podcast"Abdulrahman, "Civil Engineering Vibes"Richie Brand, "1 Star Recruits"Review Buzzcast in Podchaser or Apple Podcasts to let us know what you think of the show.Contact BuzzcastSend us Fan MailTweet us at @buzzcastpodcast, @albanbrooke, @kfinn, and @JordanPodsThanks for listening and Keep Podcasting!

Feb 26, 2021 • 30min
The Day Podcasts Stopped
Send us Fan MailGo behind the scenes of the first DDoS cyber attack in Buzzsprout's history and learn what we're doing to prevent outages like these moving forward.Read the full DDoS Technical Post-Mortem Report on our BlogCharities we supported:Feeding TexasFront StepsProject VestaSpecial thanks to:Jack Rhysider, host of "Darknet Diaries"Jordan Blair, host of "Dreamful"Review Buzzcast in Podchaser or Apple Podcasts to let us know what you think of the show.Contact BuzzcastSend us Fan MailTweet us at @buzzcastpodcast, @albanbrooke, @kfinn, and @JordanPodsThanks for listening and Keep Podcasting!


