Podcast PRO Newsletter

As we gear up for a day of love and appreciation tomorrow, let's first dive into some exciting updates from the world of podcasting. In an exciting partnership, Acast & Next Broadcast Media have joined forces with the mission to revolutionize your podcast listening journey even further.

And if you're planning on soaking in some quality content as you celebrate Valentine's Day tomorrow, we've got just the thing for you: our Podcast Radio! Scroll through our curated list below which features a range of interesting podcasts that will add more meaning to your special day.

WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE PODCAST WORLD
Acast & Next Broadcast Media Team Up To Boost Podcast Monetization

Acast and Next Broadcast Media (NBM) are joining forces to better monetize podcasts, increase ad efficiency, and safeguard brands in their area. The partnership will take advantage of Acast's vast podcast library and NBM's local know-how. While Acast will handle overseas transactions internally, they plan on collaborating with NBM to boost local advertisement purchasing through automated means.

In Other News

Phil Spencer to Reveal Major Xbox News in Upcoming Podcast This Thursday

Microsoft has verified that a podcast featuring numerous high-ranking gaming executives will be released this Thursday. This follows their promise to provide an update about Xbox's future amid gossip of games such as Starfield and Indiana Jones becoming multiplatform.

Spotify Retires Beloved Podcast Tools: Creators Face Challenges Ahead

Creators are upset about Spotify's choice to discontinue its inbuilt podcast tools and Music + Talk feature. Even though Spotify has teamed up with Riverside to provide enhanced editing options, creators are worried about seeking out other solutions for music and editing.

Finalto announces the launch of their brand-new podcast series ‘Overleveraged’

Overleveraged offers listeners the chance to listen in on exclusive discussions about market trends and movements. This podcast delves deeply into the world of global macroeconomics, providing insights into crucial developments and unseen risks that investors face today.

PODCAST OF THE DAY
These Fukken Feelings

Most of us are riding the mental health rollercoaster, right? Some days we’re up and everything is rainbows and unicorns. Other days, it feels like we’ve been sucker-punched by an emotionally charged gorilla. Sound familiar? Are you tired of feeling like you’re the only one wrestling with your emotions in a no-holds-barred cage match? Well, you’re not alone.

These Fukken Feelings Podcast is all about real talk and honest discussions on mental health. It’s a weekly show where you can tune in to hear people just like you share their journeys of navigating the choppy seas of life.

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PODCAST TIP OF THE DAY
How To Pitch Your Podcast

A podcast pitch, as explained by Podcastle, is a brief email you send to the host of a podcast. It's your chance to highlight your personal and professional abilities while sharing ideas for future episodes. This approach can help you get noticed among listeners - particularly if you're trying to promote a brand or increase its exposure through advertising and negotiation deals.

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PODCAST FACTS
Did You Know?

• Podcasts are gaining trust and engagement as a source of news and information. A study by The Pew Research Center shows that two-thirds of listeners hear news discussions on podcasts, expecting accuracy.

• Research by the University of California suggests that headphone listening is twice as effective for message reception, with 93% of podcast consumption happening on headphones.

• According to data presented in Audacy’s Spring 2023 State of Audio guide, advertisers benefit from podcast host reads, which outperform social media.

• And a Spanish listener survey by Acast reveals that 97% of listeners have a positive perception of brands advertised on podcasts.

Credit to The Podcast Host

PODCAST SUGGESTIONS

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PODCAST EVENTS
February Podcast Events in 2024

PodKnow

• PodKnow 2024

• Date: February 17, 2024

• Cost: $25

• Location: Virtual

PodKnow is a virtual podcasting conference featuring ten speakers poised to share their insights. The sessions encompass a range of knowledge beneficial for seasoned podcasters aiming for success with their existing shows and novices seeking an entry point into podcasting. Attendees can anticipate a variety of topics presented and instructed by industry experts, positioning PodKnow as a valuable resource for podcasting enthusiasts across different experience levels.

IAB Audio Summit

• IAB Australia Audio Summit Sydney

• Date: February 28, 2024

• Cost: IAB Australia Member Complimentary tickets (2 Free tickets per member organization) | Additional Member tickets $125 | General Admission $225 | Agencies & Advertisers Free

• Location: NSW Teachers Federation Conference Centre, Surry Hills

The 8th IAB Audio Summit in 2024 is a gathering for professionals in marketing, advertising, broadcasting, and publishing to learn about the streaming audio and podcast advertising industry. The event is free for marketing and agency personnel, with IAB Australia members getting two free tickets. Topics discussed include digital audio revenue, podcast research, Gen Z engagement through audio, and optimizing audio investments. The summit ends with a networking session with refreshments.

On Air Fest

• On Air Fest

• Date: Feb 28-March 1, 2024

• Cost: $175 - $700

• Location: Wythe Hotel, Brooklyn, NY, USA

On Air Fest returns to Brooklyn’s Wythe Hotel for its annual flagship festival, bringing together the vanguard of storytellers, audio creatives, multimedia artists, musicians, industry leaders, and inspired listeners who are shaping the culture of sound. Led by a lineup that places media powerhouses alongside emerging voices and visionary thinkers, On Air Fest brings the medium far beyond the limits of personal listening devices through an array of real-life experiences that give talent the opportunity to step forward and people the chance to connect. 

PODCAST TONIGHT RADIO SCHEDULE
Valentine-Themed Podcast Series

• Bad Dates with Jameela Jamil

• Women Road Warriors

• Kelli Coffee & Crime Chat

• Forever Is A Long Time

• Relationship Advice

• Josie's Lonely Hearts Club

• The Moth

• Love Murder

• Crimes Of The Heart

• What Healthy Couples Know That You Don’t

• Kinda Dating

• Modern Love

• We Met At Acme

• breakup BOOST Advice to Get Over Your Ex & More

PODCAST TOOL OF THE DAY
Acast

Acast is a podcast hosting and monetization platform founded in 2014 by Karl Rosander and Mans Ulvestam in Stockholm, Sweden. The platform was created to make it easier for podcasters to distribute their content and monetize their shows. Since its launch, Acast has grown to become one of the leading podcast-hosting platforms in the world, with offices in Stockholm, London, New York, Los Angeles, Sydney, and Paris. The platform has over 100 million monthly listens and hosts over 10,000 shows in over 100 countries. 

Main Features :

• Podcast On Every Platform

• Monetization

• Promotion

• Analytics & Statistics

• Audio to Video Integration

• Podcast Website & Web Player

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