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Understanding the Evolution of Podcasts and Digital Radio

The history of podcasts dates back to the early 2000s, and they have since become a global media phenomenon alongside digital radio. While podcasting has drawn some listeners away from traditional radio, it has also encouraged innovation in audio storytelling and enabled broadcasters to reach new audiences. The rise of both digital radio and podcasting represents a shift towards a more diverse and interconnected audio industry where both mediums can coexist and thrive.

Justin Baldoni's Podcast Episode Removed after Blake Lively's Complaint

The How to Fail podcast episode featuring actor and director Justin Baldoni has been removed following sexual harassment allegations made by actress Blake Lively. In her complaint, Lively accuses Baldoni of inappropriate conduct during the filming of It Ends With Us and launching a smear campaign against her. While Baldoni's attorney denies all accusations, podcast host Elizabeth Day supports Lively's right to a safe workplace and has chosen to remove the episode until the issue is resolved.

Podcast Helps Carolina Authors Market Books

Rose Crushing, an author and podcaster, uses her weekly podcast "Carolina Writers Speak" to support other writers in marketing their books for free. She was inspired by her success with another podcast she created called "Today's Horsewoman," which aided businesses in the horse industry. With a background in journalism, Crushing smoothly transitioned into podcasting and has recently launched her new project aimed at helping authors share their experiences and promote their work.

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Travel South Dakota Podcast Releases Six New Episodes

Travel South Dakota has released six new episodes of their popular podcast series, The Travel South Dakota Stories. This follows the success of the first three episodes launched in 2023. The latest installments give listeners a closer look at local stories and attractions from across the state.

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December's Special: Spotlighting Featured Podcasts

The Look Back With Keith Newman

"The Look Back" is a unique podcast hosted by Keith, who engages in insightful conversations with special guests from diverse fields. The show features intriguing personalities such as the author of Blitzscaling, the Founder of Fry's Electronics, and the Creator of the smartphone among others. These guests share their inspirational journeys and valuable experiences aimed at aiding individuals on similar paths striving to make a difference or enhance the world. With its candid discussions and shared wisdom, "The Look Back" offers an engaging platform for listeners seeking inspiration and growth.

🎙The Host

Keith Newman is an experienced professional in marketing and media. He has operated and been a part of various tech and media companies, using his skills gained from being a former writer and editor specializing in B2B and Tech markets. After journalism, he moved into consulting for these industries before becoming an executive, advisor, and investor for startups. His strong abilities range from sponsorship sales to product marketing, direct marketing development, leadership, among others.

🎧Listen To Some Of Their Episodes

  • Laura McCann

    Laura McCann, Founder and CEO of Adoratherapy, shared her journey from actress to successful entrepreneur. She provided valuable insights into her successful business pivots, offering useful advice for entrepreneurs across various industries.

  • Gary Kusin

    In this episode, Gary Kusin, former CEO of GameStop, discussed his journey in the software industry and shared stories from his time managing the iconic Kinko's brand before its sale to Fedex. He also talked about his new book "Always Learning", which combines engaging anecdotes with valuable lessons from a seasoned business leader.

  • Saeed Amidi

    Saeed Amidi, the head of Plug and Play, joined The Look Back to discuss the company's evolution over 20+ years into an innovation platform. He shared insights on how the venture capital firm-incubator has interacted with 50,000 startups and numerous corporations, universities and government agencies across diverse industries. 

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The platform was initially developed as a web-based application offering an alternative to more complex design software like Adobe or Photoshop. It allows users to save their work and resume later without losing progress. To utilize all its features, registration on Canva.com is required which can be done using Google or Facebook account or email. Moreover, this intuitive tool offers over 15 million customizable templates catering to specific project needs with adaptable sizes for publishing on various platforms. Users can also access these features through Android and iOS applications.

Discover the Standout Podcasts from 2024: Top Picks For Society & Culture Podcasts

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The FREE 7 Day Podcast Launch Challenge, created by Darren Saul, is a unique opportunity for individuals to start their own podcast. Over the course of seven days, participants will receive high value training including videos, webinars, checklists and more on various aspects of podcasting such as strategy, setup, production and promotion. This challenge aims to simplify the process of starting a podcast and helps in building confidence among participants. The ultimate goal is not just to launch a successful podcast but also use it as a powerful marketing tool across all media channels.

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That's a wrap for today's Podcast Newsletter, friends. We trust you found our mix of podcast news, trends and useful advice enjoyable. Don't forget that we're your go-to source for enlightening facts, thought-provoking chats and the freshest in podcasting.

As we close out this Friday edition, have you started counting down to 2025? It's almost time to bid farewell to 2024! We'll be returning on Monday with more thrilling updates to make your New Year preparations even more special. Have an awesome weekend everyone!