Podcast PRO Newsletter

Welcome to another edition of Podcast PRO Newsletter, your ultimate guide to all things podcasting. We're excited to share with you the latest news in the world of podcasts that will surely keep your playlists fresh and exciting. In this issue, we also bring you new tips on how to optimize your listening experience or improve your own podcast production.

Looking for some fresh shows? Check out our handpicked podcast recommendations made just for you! Remember, no matter what rhythm life plays us, let's dance like it's National Dance Like A Chicken Day - enjoy each moment and don’t be afraid to embrace who you really are!

WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE PODCAST WORLD
OpenAI Unveils Advanced Language Model, GPT-4o

OpenAI recently unveiled GPT-4o, an advanced version of its language model with improved features. The 'o' in the name signifies 'omni', highlighting its ability to process audio, visual and textual data in real time. This technological upgrade could greatly benefit newsrooms and podcast businesses by making multilingual communication and sound analysis more efficient soon.

In Other News

NotebookLM gains podcast-like audio overviews with live Q&A

Google is enhancing its AI tool, NotebookLM. This tool helps in querying a cluster of documents and will now include an "audio overviews" feature that creates a conversation similar to a podcast between two speakers. The new feature has been designed keeping in mind those individuals who prefer learning more through listening than simply reading.

Fanatics Partners With The Pivot Podcast As Business Expands

Fanatics is entering the world of podcast sponsorship for the first time, as part of its business expansion efforts. The company will be the main sponsor of The Pivot Podcast, a talk show run by ex-NFL athletes Fred Taylor, Ryan Clark and Channing Crowder.

Frequency partners Barometer for contextual targeting in podcast ads

Frequency and Barometer have teamed up to provide customers with advanced contextual targeting for podcast advertisements. Frequency is known for its expertise in audio ad management and workflow automation, while Barometer offers unique solutions for brand suitability and contextual targeting in podcast advertising.

Howard Stern Responds To Jerry Seinfeld's 'Weird' Podcast Comments

Jerry Seinfeld recently made some comments about radio host Howard Stern, suggesting he was being "outflanked" on the airwaves. This happened during his appearance on David Spade and Dana Carvey’s podcast "Fly on the Wall". Stern has decided not to retaliate or respond negatively.

AVMA podcasts named best in veterinary medicine

Feedspot, a platform for reading RSS feeds, has ranked My Veterinary Life and Veterinary Vertex as the top two podcasts in veterinary medicine. The Feedspot editors judged thousands of similar podcasts to determine the best 100 based on factors such as relevance, authority, number of social media followers and how recent their content is.

PODCAST OF THE DAY
CounterClock

CounterClock is a true crime podcast hosted by investigative journalist Delia D'Ambra. Each season, she explores a different unsolved homicide case from decades ago, aiming to renew public interest in them. This riveting podcast includes interviews with law enforcement and witnesses as it brings old cold cases back into the spotlight.

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PODCAST TIP OF THE DAY
How to Put on a Live Podcast Event

Are you a podcaster looking to make your mark in the ever-competitive world of podcasting? Do you wish to connect with your audience on a more personal level, create some buzz around an upcoming announcement, or simply diversify your revenue stream? If so, hosting a live podcast event could be just what you need! It's like stepping away from the comfort of one-way conversations and embracing face-to-face interactions. This comprehensive guide provides all the information and tips you'll need to successfully host your own live podcast event.

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PODCAST FACTS
Did You Know?

• 90% of podcasts don’t get past episode 3. That’s 1.8 million who quit.

• Of the 200,000 left, 90% will quit after 20 episodes. That’s another 180,000 gone.

• To be in the top 1% of podcasts in the world you only need to publish 21 episodes of your podcast.

• Your competition is not the 2 million podcasts. It’s the 20,000 podcasters who didn’t quit.

Credit to Chris Williamson

PODCAST SUGGESTIONS

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PODCAST EVENTS
May Podcast Events in 2024

The Podcast Show

• The Podcast Show 2024

• Date: May 22 - 23

• Cost: £49- £295

• Location: Business Design Centre, Islington, London, England, UK

The Podcast Show is a major international event held in London, dedicated to the podcasting industry. It's the largest gathering of its kind in Europe and brings together independent podcast creators, industry professionals, and business leaders from around the world. The two-day event features over 350 speakers and more than 150 panels and sessions. It also includes live stage shows with exclusive performances throughout a week at Islington, London. The goal of The Podcast Show is to inspire, empower, and support those involved in podcasting today and in the future.

PODCAST TONIGHT RADIO SCHEDULE

• Quintessential Listening Poetry Online Radio & YouTube

• Trapped: The IPP Prisoner Scandal

• Vince Tracy Podcasts

• Women Road Warriors

• Fusebox

• The Real Estate Jam

• Peaceful Wellness With Deb

• EZ Conversations

• Fiction Writing Made Easy

• The Robot Industry Podcast

• The Rose Woman Podcast

PODCAST TOOL OF THE DAY
Audio Cutter

Audio Cutter is a simple, online tool used to trim or cut audio files. It's user-friendly and doesn't require advanced skills. Users upload a file, select the portion they want using sliders, then hit "Cut." It also allows for extracting audio from video clips - handy when needing sound effects from videos or movies. This tool supports over 300 different formats with more being added regularly. All editing processes are done in your browser window without any software installation required. Stable internet connectivity is needed for smooth operation.

Features

• Audio Trimming

• Change Volume, Pitch & Speed

• Audio & Video Converter

• Equalizer

• All Formats Are Supported

• Extract Sound From A Video

PODCAST HOST SPOTLIGHT
George Janko

George is also an actor, with appearances on shows like NCIS: Los Angeles. He is known for his hilarious stand-up comedy, entertaining podcast conversations with notable guests, and even his music, with songs like 'The Heart of David Freestyle'. George continues to be a rising star in the world of comedy, podcasting, and social media, and has even made his mark in movies and TV.

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