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March 03, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 11 minutes
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Are Too Many Ads Killing the Appeal of News Podcasts? News podcast consumers often stop listening due to loss of interest, too many ads, or repetitive content. Most listeners are male, educated and have high household income. YouTube is the top platform for news podcasts, followed by Spotify and Apple Podcasts. |  |
Podcastle Unveils New AI Model for Text-to-Speech Podcastle has released an AI model, Asyncflow v1.0, that can turn text into speech. The new technology allows Podcastle to offer over 450 AI voices for narration and is available at a lower cost compared to competitors. This move sees Podcastle join other startups like ElevenLabs, Speechify, and WellSaid in the field of converting text into voice clips using AI. |  |
Podcast Awards by iHeartMedia Set for March 2025 iHeartMedia has announced the nominees for The iHeartPodcast Awards, which will take place on March 10, 2025 at the ACL Live Moody Theater. The awards honor innovative and influential podcast creators from various genres like comedy, crime, news and more. Winners will be decided by a panel of industry leaders and the event will also be broadcasted live on select iHeartMedia Radio Stations, their app and YouTube Channel. |  |
SiriusXM Plans to Dismiss Lawsuit Over Podcast Transcripts SiriusXM is planning to ask a New York court to dismiss a lawsuit filed by the National Association of the Deaf and Disability Rights Advocates over podcast transcripts. The company claims it now transcribes all English-language podcasts on its platform, and updates are imminent for the Pandora app that would allow transcript availability. Despite this, the association has shown readiness to proceed with a jury trial. |  |
New Meghan Markle Podcast Coming This Spring Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, is set to host a new podcast this spring. This will be her first series since partnering with Lemonada Media in February 2024 after leaving Spotify. The plan also includes re-releasing "Archetypes" for wider access. |  |
Podcast Of The Day
EZ Conversations
EZ Conversations is a transformative podcast hosted by mental health advocate and therapist Furkhan Dandia, offering a safe space to explore mental health, societal challenges, and the resilience of the human spirit. Each episode delves into thought-provoking discussions, personal stories, and expert insights, empowering listeners to navigate life’s complexities with courage and clarity. Whether you’re seeking inspiration, practical advice, or a sense of community, EZ Conversations provides a platform for growth, healing, and connection. | 🎙The Host Furkhan Dandia, the host of EZ Conversations, is a multifaceted individual with a unique journey from engineering to psychology. After earning a Master’s in Psychology, he became a therapist, author, speaker, and coach, dedicated to helping others find purpose and live fulfilling lives. Drawing from his own experiences, including overcoming personal challenges like divorce, Furkhan is passionate about addressing men’s mental health and breaking the stigma around vulnerability. Through his podcast, men’s groups, and book Pursuit Of Self-Love, he creates spaces for growth, connection, and empowerment. Furkhan’s work inspires others to embrace self-love and resilience. |
🎧Listen To Some Of Their Episodes
Challenging Psychiatry: Dr. Fred Moss on Communication, Medication, and Mental Health
Dr. Fred Moss, a seasoned psychiatrist, discussed his evolving views on mental health treatment and expressed dissatisfaction with the prevalent overuse of medications. He argued for non-medicated approaches such as mindfulness, gratitude, nutrition, and spirituality while also introducing his coaching method known as Transformational or Restorative Coaching. Moreover, he highlighted his new initiative focusing on financial literacy education to bolster overall well-being.
Transformative Healing: Navigating Betrayal
Furkhan interviewed Dr. Debi Silber, founder of the Post Betrayal Transformation Institute, who shared her personal and professional experiences with betrayal. She elaborated on her unique findings about betrayal trauma and discussed five stages from betrayal to breakthrough, stressing the necessity to navigate these stages for effective healing. The conversation also explored spiritual aspects of recovery, the significance of forgiveness, and growth opportunities for both betrayed individuals and betrayers.
Building Resilience Through Adversity
Paul shared his journey of resilience and recovery from personal trauma. Discussing his difficult childhood marred by domestic violence, emotional suppression, and later Lyme disease diagnosis, he emphasized how these experiences shaped his mission to help teens and young adults through public speaking and an upcoming book. Throughout the conversation, Paul highlighted three key principles - speaking up, getting involved in one's healing process, embracing self-discovery - along with the role of community support and honesty in overcoming life's adversities.
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PODCAST TOOL OF THE DAY
Beey is an innovative online application designed to simplify and enhance the process of transcription, translation, and text summarization. With support for 20 languages, Beey offers fast and accurate speech recognition, making it an invaluable tool for professionals and content creators. Whether you’re working with audio or video recordings, Beey’s user-friendly editor allows you to easily process and refine transcriptions. The platform also provides automatic formatting and the ability to export transcriptions in various formats, including subtitles and automated translations. For subtitle creators, Beey’s interactive waveform preview ensures precision and efficiency, making it a top choice for professionals in media, education, and beyond.
One of Beey’s standout features is its ability to transcribe videos directly from URLs, saving time and effort. Additionally, the platform supports team collaboration, allowing multiple users to work on transcriptions simultaneously and share progress seamlessly. While Beey supports 16 languages for transcription collaboration, its automatic translation feature extends to 20 languages, catering to a global audience. Whether you’re creating subtitles, translating content, or summarizing text, Beey combines cutting-edge technology with intuitive design to deliver a seamless and efficient experience.
PODCAST TIP
Choosing the Right Font for Your Banner or Logo
When designing your podcast banner or logo, the font you choose plays a huge role in conveying your show’s personality and attracting your audience. Here’s how to pick the perfect font:
Match Your Brand’s Tone: Use serif fonts (e.g., Times New Roman) for a professional, classic vibe, or sans-serif fonts (e.g., Helvetica) for a modern, clean look. For a playful or creative podcast, consider script or handwritten fonts.
Keep It Legible: Avoid overly decorative or complex fonts that are hard to read, especially at smaller sizes.
Limit Your Choices: Stick to 1-2 fonts to maintain a cohesive and polished design.
Test for Versatility: Ensure your font looks great across different platforms, from social media to podcast apps.
Your font choice is a key part of your podcast’s visual identity—make it count!
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That’s a wrap for today’s Podcast Newsletter! We hope you enjoyed the latest updates, insights, and trends in the world of podcasting. As we kick off the first Monday of March, let’s make it a magnificent start to the month! Stay tuned for tomorrow’s edition, where we’ll bring you even more exciting news and tips to fuel your podcasting journey. Have a fantastic day, and keep creating amazing content!