Buzzcast
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.
Episodes
Want to know how to start a podcast? We're running an experiment in (almost) real time to see if we can create a brand new podcast in one Buzzcast episode.
Megan from Buzzsprout Weekly joins us as we work through her concept and niche, to format, equipment, software, artwork, and launching. We walk through the exact decisions we’d make if we were starting a podcast today!
If you’ve been sitting on a podcast idea, ...
In this quick episode, we take a step back to appreciate how much podcast listening apps have improved and why that’s such a win for listeners and independent podcasters.
Updates from Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Pocket Casts, Overcast, and Fountain, had three big themes:
- Discoverability: making it easier to find new shows you’ll actually want to listen to
- Interactivity: likes, comments, and recommendations that help gr...
In this episode, we turn Buzzcast into a mini help desk: listeners wrote in with their biggest podcasting pain points and bravely submitted their shows for honest, constructive feedback. We dig into things like tightening edits without making conversations feel “too clipped,” keeping loudness consistent across episodes, making dynamic content transitions feel natural, and using your show title and cover art to instant...
A small moment on Podnews Weekly Review sparked a chain reaction: episode shout-outs, listener fan mail jumping in, and a wholesome engagement loop that social media rarely delivers.
We also share that Buzzsprout’s annual year-in-review is back with a new name and it’s coming in January (so it includes 100% of your year). Download the Buzzsprout mobile app so you don’t miss it!
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Whether you’re producing your first episode or your 300th, a smooth, sustainable workflow is the key to a long-lasting podcast. In today’s episode, we’re breaking down the full podcasting process: from capturing ideas and outlining, to recording, editing, and finally publishing! We share the practical habits, tools, and systems that keep Buzzsprout podcasts running week after week.
We cover how to avoid bottlenecks, t...
We explore why filler words exist, when they help, and how to replace the noisy ones with breath, pause, and clean sentence endings. We share fast tools to calm nerves, better mic habits, and a pacing strategy that makes you sound confident without rushing.
Watch the full Huberman Labs episode: How to Speak Clearly & With Confidence | Matt Abrahams
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Monetizing your podcast doesn’t have to mean chasing sponsors or hitting massive download numbers. We break down what podcast monetization actually looks like for indie podcasters and how to choose the strategies that genuinely fit your show.
We cover:
- When you’re truly ready to monetize
- How sponsorships actually work
- Affiliate marketing as a simple testing ground
- Subscriptions options: listen to the full Buzzcast epis...
With iOS 26.2, Apple Podcasts will auto-generate chapters, support more chapter standards, and introduce timed links that surface as a banner at the right moment. We break down what this means for creators, how it compares to YouTube and Spotify, and why this move echoes Apple’s transcript strategy: respect what you provide, fill the gap when you don’t, and let you opt out if needed.
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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...
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, anythi...
We're investigating six more common myths, including whether you need to be on YouTube, if ratings and reviews actually boost your ranking, and whether great content alone is enough to grow your show.
Myths we're covering:
• YouTube is the largest podcast platform, so you need to have video
• Ratings and reviews help your podcast grow
• If you build it, they will come
• You can use a...
We're discussing why recognition from real people can matter more than downloads and share how to ask for feedback and challenge listeners to reach out to a creator they appreciate!
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- Tweet us at @buzzcastpodcast, @albanbrooke, @kfinn, and @JordanPods
Thanks for listening and Keep Podcasting!
The holiday season can be one of the most challenging times to keep up with your podcast. Between travel, family events, and year-end deadlines, it’s easy to fall behind or feel stretched too thin.
In this episode, we're sharing practical strategies to help you stay consistent without burning out!
Learn how to plan a short break without losing listeners, prepare episodes in advance, and keep your feed active with ...
We debut our podcast name generator and share a simple method for choosing names that pass the say-spell-search test. We explain why renaming won’t hurt your audience and how to avoid name collisions that kill discovery.
If you try the podcast name generator, send us your favorites!
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- Send us a text message
- Tweet us at @buzzcastpodcast, @albanbrooke, @kfinn, and @Jordan...
We're diving deep into common podcasting misconceptions, examining popular beliefs about podcasting success against real data and industry experience!
Myths we're covering:
• You need to launch with three episodes to get into Apple's New & Noteworthy
• You need expensive equipment to make a good podcast
• There are too many podcasts
• Big-name guests will quickly grow your ...
We're giving our thoughts on this week's big story: a company called Inception Point AI has been flooding the podcasting ecosystem with an astonishing 3,000 AI-generated episodes weekly!
But should podcasters panic? Probably not. Real podcasters offer something machines cannot: personal stories, authentic connections, and the beautiful imperfections that make content relatable and human.
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Your most loyal listeners aren’t just tuning in, they’re fueling your podcast’s growth, engagement, and revenue! In this episode, we unpack what makes a superfan and why cultivating just 1–2% of your audience can make a bigger impact than chasing thousands of casual downloads.
We cover the listener spectrum from casual listeners to community members to superfans, the psychology behind deep connections, and practical st...
The sudden passing of Todd Cochrane, Blubrry CEO and unwavering champion of independent podcasters, has left our community in shock and mourning. Having just spent meaningful time with Todd at Podcast Movement three weeks ago, we're grateful for those final conversations, booth visits, and moments in the Podcast Standards Project room.
Don't miss the final memorial episode of the New Media Show this...
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...
Editing can be one of the biggest time sinks in podcasting, but it doesn’t have to be! We're sharing practical ways to cut down on editing time without sacrificing quality.
We dig into recording habits that make editing smoother, why clean audio at the source is the ultimate timesaver, and how planning outlines actually makes you more flexible in the moment.
You’ll also hear tips about cutting down on filler words...
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