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We break down exactly how Apple's search, charts, and editorial features work. This episode dives deep into podcast SEO, metadata strategy, episode titling, user behavior, and how momentum affects your rankings. You’ll also learn what Apple looks for when featuring shows and how to pitch your podcast for a chance at that front-page spotlight!

• Read How to Rank Higher on Apple Podcasts (Data-Backed Guide)
• For SEO Keywords, try using the Ahrefs Keyword Generator
• Apple Podcasts Marketing Page for Creators
• Apple Podcast's Tips for Getting Featured on Apple Podcasts

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We mark 200 episodes by celebrating the work, not the metrics, and sharing what kept us going even when the show felt like a grind. From a documentary-style DDOS episode to deep dives that stand the test of time, we look back at our proudest moments and things we'd do differently.

Looking forward to our next episode: If you have any questions about Apple Podcasts, any tips, have you been featured, anything like that? Go ahead and send it in!

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Longtime musician, Jeremiah Bowser, recently shared his streaming revenue for the month of August: $8.63 for 3,600 plays. That’s less than what he used to make selling a single CD at a live show. His story sparked a bigger conversation: are podcast creators heading toward the same trap musicians face in the streaming era?

In this episode, we compare the realities of music streaming and podcast downloads, break down who actually makes money (from Taylor Swift to indie acts), and reflect on what this means for podcasters. Should monetization be the goal, or just a cherry on top of a passion project?

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In this episode, we discuss the recent updates in the podcasting industry, including Jordan's experience at Podconf, Buzzsprout's newest features, YouTube Music's official launch of podcasts, and the debate surrounding the inclusion of episode numbers in podcast titles after Apple Podcasts removed them in a recent update. Kevin also shares a cautionary tale about spoiler-filled companion podcasts.

View the DISCUSSION THREAD on Twitter!

📣 SOUND-OFF QUESTION: What is an unexpected outcome you've had from creating a podcast?
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PODCONF
Jordan had a great time at Podconf & cannot wait to go again!

BUZZSPROUT UPDATES
New at Buzzsprout: Infinite Achievements and Improved User Roles!

APPLE PODCASTS REMOVES EPISODE NUMBERS
iOS 16.4 update removed episode numbers from Apple Podcasts episode titles. It may be tempting to add them back into the title instead, but there are reasons to not do so!

YOUTUBE MUSIC OFFICIALLY HAS PODCASTS
YouTube is slowly rolling out access to podcasts on their YouTube Music app.

SERIAL VS EPISODIC PODCASTS
Kevin recently tweeted about a bad experience because a podcast incorrectly sequenced their episodes. 

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In this episode, the hosts review RØDE's newest podcast products, share tips on making an unscripted podcast sound professional, and read a hilarious listener email.

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📣 SOUND-OFF QUESTION: What podcasting-related conspiracy to you believe?
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Slow Clap For The Buzzcast Team
Special thanks to Marcos for sending a listener email like we've never seen before!

Flipping The Script
The Art of Making a Good Unscripted Podcast

RØDE's Biggest Product Announcement Ever
Check out some of the amazing new products revealed by RØDE! Here are some of our favorites:

• Wireless ME 
• Streamer X
• RØDECaster Duo
• PodMic USB

Smartless: On The Road
Watch the trailer for the new series on HBO

Spotify Drops Exclusivity for Gimlet Shows
Spotify announced the network's shows will be on more podcast platforms.

BeReal Spotify Integration
Your BeReal updates now include what you're listening to on Spotify. 

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On this special 100th episode of Buzzcast, the hosts take a trip down memory lane with trivia and a look back at how the show started and progressed over time. They also discuss the latest in podcasting technology with a location-based audio app and creative ways AI can help improve your podcast workflow. And for all the podcasters looking for love, the hosts share some dating advice based on a recent New York Times article.

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📣 SOUND-OFF QUESTION: What is the biggest mistake you've ever made in podcasting, and what did you learn from it?
To have your response featured on our next episode, leave a voice message at podinbox.com/buzzsprout, send a boostagram, or tweet the answer @BuzzcastPodcast!

AUTIO
Location-based audio app, Autio, uses GPS to narrate stories of landmarks, cities, and towns. Now, iHeart has partnered with the app, so maybe podcasts will be included in the future?

CLIPPED: PODCASTING 2.0
Adam Curry called out Alban on a recent Podcasting 2.0 episode
We loved having our show discussed, but it led to the question: Is it legal to play clips from other podcasts on your podcast?

WOULD YOU DATE A PODCAST BRO?
The New York Times wrote an article titled "Would You Date a Podcast Bro?". 

Kevin (38%), Alban (37%), Jordan (17%), Tom (4%), Roger (3%), Travis (<1%) 

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In this episode, Kevin explains why the Podcast Standards Project is important to the podcasting space, the hosts talk about Buzzsprout's newest features and updates, and test out how to add a podcast to YouTube.

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📣 SOUND-OFF QUESTION: What are some creative ways AI can help your podcast workflow?
To have your response featured on our next episode, leave a voice message at podinbox.com/buzzsprout, send a boostagram, or tweet the answer @BuzzcastPodcast!

PODCAST STANDARDS PROJECT
The Podcast Standards Project is an organization working to establish open standards in podcasting and enable innovation in the podcast industry.

NEW BUZZSPROUT FEATURES & UPDATES!

• < podcast:txt > tag added for RSS Feed verification
• Mid-rolls added to Dynamic Content
• Products/Brands added to Buzzsprout Ads

YOUTUBE PODCASTS
They may be "a go", but they're not "a done". Here's how to get started anyway.

RODE NT1 XLR/USB-C COMBO
RØDE has released an updated version of it's NT1 condenser microphone that now supports both XLR and USB-C outputs within the same slot.

POST SHOW: CADDY CHAT
https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTRvqWVWb/

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In this episode, Krystal Proffitt joins Jordan and Kevin to talk about what happened at Podcast Movement Evolutions in Las Vegas and how to access all of Spotify's newest features.

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Visit Krystal's website at https://krystalproffitt.com/ to find her amazing podcasting resources and follow her podcast!

PODCAST MOVEMENT EVOLUTIONS
https://evolutions.podcastmovement.com/

PODNEWS REPORT CARD
Podtrac Podcast Platform Data
Podnews Report Card

SPOTIFY'S NEWEST ANNOUNCEMENTS
https://podcasters.spotify.com/resources/news/announcement

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In this episode, Alban shares everything YouTube announced at Hot Pod Summit, the hosts talk about why NPR's student guide to podcasting should be integrated into broadcasting curriculum, and why podcasting is the loneliest medium.

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HOT POD SUMMIT
Alban attended his first Hot Pod Summit in New York this year.

PODCASTS ON YOUTUBE MUSIC
YouTube announced that podcasts are coming to YouTube Music. They're looking at having a cross-platform experience with both video and audio-only podcasts. See if your channel was selected to add podcasts early!

BUZZSPROUT CONVERSATIONS: HOW TO GROW YOUR PODCAST IN 2023
Alban had a great interview with Ross from Smells Like Humans.
Listen to the episode on this feed, or watch it on YouTube!

NPR GUIDE TO STUDENT PODCASTING
For five years, NPR has created Teaching Podcasting: A Curriculum Guide for Educators and Starting Your Podcast: A Guide For Students in which they divided learning podcasting into lesson stages.

FOLLOW-UP: KEYBOARD CAT
Thanks to Sara Rosett of Wish I'd Known Then for doing a deep dive (so we didn't have to). Her research has led us to believe that yes, Keyboard Cat was compensated for the Super Bowl commercial. 
The Legend of Keyboard Cat
Meme Manager: Ben Lashes

POST SHOW: THE CONTENT IS THERE IS NO CONTENT
YouTube's Live Animals - LIVE! Page
The Frod Frog House Saga (There is now a Live FrodCam on Twitch as well!)
Emily Zugay's Brand Redesigns

Alban (50%), Kevin (26%), Jordan (22%), Ross (1%) 

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In this episode of Buzzsprout Conversations, we interview Ross, host of the Smells Like Humans podcast. We discuss his process for using Buzzsprout Ads, how he grew to over 7,000 downloads per month, and why feedback is essential for podcast success. 

Click here to watch the video version on YouTube!

Smells Like Humans is a weekly podcast dedicated to bringing a humorous perspective to quirky and curious aspects of human behavior.

Check them out here: https://www.smellslikehumanspodcast.com/

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