Podcast News Episodes
Updates and news in the podcasting industry.
Dec. 3, 2025
3 New Platform Changes Every Podcaster Must Know - News & Comment
It's News & Comment day! We take a look at some surprising podcast industry stats that paint a very different picture of how many shows are truly active, along with a breakdown of YouTube’s new deepfake detection tool and the...
Nov. 19, 2025
The Hosting Problem Riverside Just Solved for Podcasters
What happens when you get first access to a feature drop before the rest of the podcasting world wakes up? Today, we sit down with Riverside’s own Kendall Breitman for an early look at their newest update! You’ll have to list...
Nov. 12, 2025
TikTok, Threads, and Rode: The New Era of Podcasting Is Here
Podcasting just got a serious shake-up. TikTok partners with iHeartMedia to introduce creators to long-form audio, Threads launches tools designed to enhance connection and discovery, and Rode unveils sleek new gear that simp...
Nov. 5, 2025
5 Major Podcast Updates You Need to Know This Week
We’re celebrating our 400th episode today, while discussing the latest trends and news in the podcasting world. Key topics include Netflix's recent moves in podcasting, new features introduced by Apple Podcasts, the impact of...
Oct. 29, 2025
3 Big Changes Every Podcaster Needs to Know This Week
What do Hollywood awards, AI tools, and podcast data have in common? They’re all changing the game. Today, we jump into the Golden Globes’ new “Best Podcast” category and why many insiders are calling it a cash grab. We unpac...
Oct. 22, 2025
YouTube’s New Podcast Playbook: What to Do Next
Today is News Day, and we’re covering some of the hottest headlines in the podcasting industry. YouTube wants podcasters to think like creators, and its new Podcast Playbook is full of tips to boost visibility and engagement....
Oct. 16, 2025
388 - AI Slop, Adobe’s Big Win, Why Hosts Matter Most, & More Podcast Headlines
The research is clear: 80% of listeners tune in mainly for the host, not the format, not the gear, but the person behind the mic. Today, we continue our podcasting news conversation with fresh headlines and honest discussion ...
Oct. 15, 2025
387 - Podcasts on Netflix, Patreon’s Huge Payout, & New Listening Habits Revealed
Imagine opening Netflix and seeing your favorite podcasts right next to your favorite TV shows. That’s the future Spotify and Netflix are building together, and it’s one of several hot headlines we’re jumping into today. We a...
Oct. 8, 2025
384 - Steven Bartlett’s New Platform, Cinema Pods, and the AI DJ Revolution
Steven Bartlett is shaking up the podcast world again, and this time with FlightCast, a new platform built to simplify podcast production, analytics, and growth. This is just one of the big headlines we’re exploring today. We...
Oct. 1, 2025
379 - Open AI Unveils Sora 2, Mel Robbins Tops Charts, & Celebrity vs. Indie Name Battle
How much AI is too much AI in podcasting? With OpenAI’s surprise release of Sora 2, creators can now build digital clones of themselves in seconds. Riverside is also jumping into the mix, rolling out chat-based editing that p...
Sept. 24, 2025
375 - Signal Awards, Podcast Scam Alert, and AudioBoom’s $325M Milestone
What do Michelle Obama, John Stewart, and the Kelce brothers have in common with our own community? They’re all finalists in this year’s Signal Awards, and so are long-time community members Dominic and Kenda Lawson, who toge...
Sept. 17, 2025
371 - Major YouTube Upgrades, TikTok Uncertainty, & iOS 26 Unveiled
YouTube is stepping up with its most powerful features yet, offering podcasters collaboration tools, flexible ads, auto dubbing, and smarter testing options. In this episode, we also look at Apple’s new podcast features, Vime...
Sept. 10, 2025
367 - Declining YouTube Views and Remembering Todd Cochrane, CEO of Blubrry
YouTube creators are sounding alarms as views mysteriously plummet, with some losing up to 25% overnight. Could it be an algorithm glitch, a crackdown on AI content, or something bigger? We break down what’s happening and wha...
Sept. 3, 2025
363 - Podcast News: AI Platform “Fable” Lets You Step Into TV Shows
Imagine a Netflix-style platform where you don’t just watch shows, you create new episodes, alternate endings, and even step into the story yourself. That’s the vision behind Fable, an AI company pushing the idea of “playable...
Aug. 27, 2025
359 - Podcast Movement Recap, Digital Twins by Hey Gen, & New Gemini Video Features
It's podcast news & comment day! Would you trust a digital twin to produce all your content for you? Because that is now possible with Hey Gen's new "digital twin" feature. That’s just one of the hot headlines on today’s news...
Aug. 14, 2025
356 - Taylor Swift Announces Album Release On New Heights & Ausha Unveils New SEO Tools
Taylor Swift just shook up the podcasting world…again. While Marc is away at Camp Footprint serving as a counselor, DR and the crew take the wheel to unpack Swift’s surprise reveal of The Life of a Showgirl on Travis Kelce’s ...
Aug. 13, 2025
355 - Google Could Sell Chrome, GPT-5 Stirs Debate & Patreon Pays Out $10 Billion
Google may be forced to give up Chrome, and that’s just the start of today’s headlines. While Marc is away at Camp Footprint DR and the community lead the conversation on podcasting’s most profound news. We cover the $34 bill...
July 30, 2025
347-YouTube Profanity Update, Industry Events, & Netflix Doubles Down on Video
Did you know Baby Boomers are tuning in more than ever, and new Edison data shows a 19% jump in weekly podcast listening among adults 55 and up? It's news day, and this is one of the stories we are digging into. We also give ...
July 23, 2025
343 - Remembering Malcolm-Jamal Warner, Substack’s $100M Leap, & Shark Tank for Indie Podcasters
Is listening to podcasts at double speed harming your cognitive function? A new study says it might be. Today, one of our news stories highlights recent research on cognitive overload and its implications for the way we consu...
July 16, 2025
339 - TIME’s Top Creators, Anthropic’s AI MCP & Podcast Data
Did you know nearly half of TIME Magazine’s 100 Most Influential Creators are podcasters? In this morning’s News Edition, we cover who made the list and what it says about podcasting’s growing cultural power. We also spotligh...
July 9, 2025
335 - Prime Day Deals for Podcasters & Who's Actually Listening?
Did you know most people only stick around for 7–8 minutes on a single YouTube video? It's News and Comment Day, and we’re breaking down new data from PodMatch, and we’re raising questions about what “top platform” honestly m...
July 2, 2025
332 - Spotify Lures YouTubers, Apple’s Top 20, & Are AI Subscriptions Worth it?
Spotify wants YouTubers. Apple’s celebrating 20 years of podcasting. And Gen Z? They're tuning in! It’s news day, and we’re breaking down Apple’s “20 Podcasts We Love” list, surprising Gen Z listening habits, and YouTube’s AI...
June 26, 2025
329 - Steve from Blue’s Clues is Back with a Podcast for Adults
What if the host of Blue’s Clues was about to launch the most emotionally supportive podcast of the year? Steve Burns just announced Alive , a new show for grown-ups coming this fall, and we’re unpacking what it could be. Ste...
June 25, 2025
328 - Is Streaming Harming the Planet? Podcast News & Industry Commentary
Did you know your Spotify binge could be leaving a bigger carbon footprint than you think? It's news day, and we’re digging into the astounding environmental impact of streaming, especially as Spotify shifts to video. We also...