Surprising Differences Between UK and US Listeners!

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July 10, 2024 • Estimated Reading Time: 11 minutes

Podcast PRO Newsletter

Welcome to Wednesday! Hope your week is going great so far. How have you been finding the month of July? As always, our Podcast PRO Newsletter aims to keep you updated with all the latest happenings in the world of podcasting, along with helpful tips and exciting recommendations. And as today is Teddy Bear Picnic Day, remember: just like a good teddy bear picnic needs variety to be fun, so does your podcast playlist need diverse shows for an enriching experience.

WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE PODCAST WORLD
Iggy Azalea Starts New Podcast, 'Mother Knows Best'

Iggy Azalea, the Australian rapper who is also a budding crypto entrepreneur, has started her own podcast entitled Mother Knows Best. She collaborated with The Volume, a podcast publisher for this project. From the comfort of her bed, she will dive into pop culture and business topics by exploring the careers and personal lives of successful musicians and pioneering CEOs.

In Other News

Asendia USA's monthly podcast, "Outside the Box with Asendia USA," has successfully reached halfway through its inaugural year. The latest episode is now available for listeners. This podcast continues to offer valuable insights to assist e-Tailers excel in the worldwide e-commerce industry. It is hosted by John Walsh, Vice President of Sales, and Nick Agnetti, Enterprise Sales Executive.

The South African Podcasting Guild (SAPG) has begun accepting entries for the first-ever South African Podcast Awards (SAPA). The awards, predicted by SAPG to be the country's largest podcast event, aim to honor and highlight top local podcasts and their creators.

InteleTravel plans to boost the performance of its agents through a new podcast series. This will involve advisors talking about their careers in travel on 'Agent Stories'. These discussions will be available on InteleTravel's UK podcast channel, InteleCast. The series will feature interviews with agents who focus on specific areas like long-distance journeys, cruises, short trips and trips for people with special needs.

Waterloo Regional Police Service (WRPS) has launched a new podcast, Into the Blue. This six-part series gives an inside view of the daily work life of two WRPS officers. The Ontario Police College in Aylmer, Ont., partnered with WRPS to produce this show aimed at individuals interested in joining the police force.

Lake Pickle and Jordan Blissett, co-hosts of the Speak the Language Podcast, have taken ownership from Primos Hunting. Lake Pickle, who has shifted his career from Primos to OnX, told SuperTalk Mississippi News that they plan to start releasing new weekly episodes beginning in August.

PODCAST OF THE DAY
In the Shadow of Princeton

In the Shadow of Princeton is a gripping true-crime podcast centered around the mysterious murder of Cissy Stuart, a well-known figure in an elite Ivy league town. The investigation unfolds over decades, weaving through suspects including her own son and group of university students with an alibi tied to a Grateful Dead concert. Led by a determined investigator who believes in conspiracy theories, this series questions if privilege can indeed shield one from justice for heinous crimes.

PODCAST TIP OF THE DAY
How to Set Podcast Audio Levels

Understanding the importance of audio levels in podcasting is crucial for beginners in podcasting. It can make a huge difference in your listener's experience, affecting their enjoyment and comprehension of your content. This article will delve into why podcast audio levels matter and guide you on how to set them properly for optimal results.

PODCAST FACTS
Did You Know?

  • People in the UK are more likely to listen to podcasts while walking or using public transport, unlike those in the U.S. where most prefer to tune into podcasts during car rides.

  • While 14% of British weekly podcast listeners prefer listening on foot, only 6% of Americans do the same.

  • Public transportation also proves popular among 6% of Brits for their podcast sessions, three times higher than just 2% in America.

  • Due to a prevalent car commuting culture in the U.S., American listeners favor their cars for catching up with podcasts - a trend seen among 15% compared to only 10% in the UK.

Credit to Edison Research

PODCAST EVENTS
July Podcast Events in 2024

True Crime and Paranormal Festival

The True Crime & Paranormal Festival is an exciting event where podcast listeners can meet and interact with their favorite podcasters. The festival features live recordings, panel discussions on various topics, and a large Podcast Gallery where the best true-crime and paranormal podcasts are showcased. Attendees get to engage in conversations, take selfies, and create memories with the podcasters. There's also a chance to discover new favorites as well as learn more about the creation of these shows.

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PODCAST TONIGHT RADIO SCHEDULE

Schedule starts every day from 12am GMT

  • Tech Talk With Mathew Dickerson

  • Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads

  • Give It A Nudge

  • The Fearless Aging Podcast

  • Integral Health with ben Calder

  • Accelerando

  • Too Many Podcasts

  • Rocking Midlife®- the Podcast

  • Geeks, Geezers & Googlization Show

  • Going North

  • Only Kyles Show

PODCAST TOOL OF THE DAY
Iris.fm

Iris is a web-based remote recording studio that offers high-quality audio and video recording for podcasts and interviews. It provides separate HD tracks for each participant, eliminating the common issues of network problems such as lag or distortion. Iris records locally in up to 4k quality, ensuring crystal clear audio and sharp video. The platform also includes features like progressive cloud backup with encryption, scheduling options, automatic file encoding into various formats, custom recording rooms, team member roles management and automatic uploads to Google Drive or Dropbox. Additionally, it supports live broadcasting on multiple platforms and unlimited transcriptions for better accessibility.

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PODCAST HOST SPOTLIGHT
Lee Hawkins

Lee Hawkins, Jr. is a renowned American journalist, author and musician who was a Pulitzer Prize finalist in 2022. His work primarily focuses on the experiences of Black Americans descended from slaves and survivors of Jim Crow laws. He also covers issues related to childhood trauma and its long-lasting impact on health and life expectancy.

In June 2024, Hawkins announced his book "I Am Nobody's Slave" with HarperCollins along with a pre-order campaign. Additionally, he created the podcast series "What Happened in Alabama?" which discusses the effects of Jim Crow segregation on his family dating back to the 1600s.

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