![]() ![]() ![]() We talked about my journey from radio to podcasting, and how I run my business. Spotify shares sank 7.4 to 317.10 on Friday after a Citi analyst downgraded the stock after concluding that the streaming service’s podcasts have not had a positive impact on subscriber growth. Can't wait to see the numbers.įinally, a huge thank you to the Podcast Editors Mastermind for having me on an episode of their show, released yesterday. There were protests at a podcast studio in Niagara Falls this week, alleging that some hosts were recording shows with hate speech: ![]() Michael Barbaro apologizes for blocking critics of Caliphate: Īre Podcasts the new home for domestic terrorists? Pocket Casts being sold - NPR owns about a third of it. And the difference is obvious: īloomberg had an article last week talking about Spotify's big bet on podcasting: īut this week, Citi (as in the financial company) is not impressed. Like anything, audio production can be done right, or it can be done on the cheap. They allege long hours, low pay, poor communication, and essentially being taken for granted. Some former Conde Nast Audio employees have written an open letter trashing their former employer for how they were treated. That would be nice, to not have to use iTunes on my HP laptop. Īpple is also beginning to test versions of Apple Podcasts and Apple Music on Windows. Here's a nice roundup from James Cridland of PodNews. Meanwhile, Apple has announced they will Spotlight more independent podcasters, good news from those worried about corporate behemouths taking over the space. For example, I already pay for YouTube TV, Netflix, and more.I'm not likely to drop another $10 or $15 a month on another subscription. I'm skeptical -I'm only paying for something if it's REALLY worth it. But the carrot might be that Apple could pay podcast creators for their content if they make it exclusive. Apple considering a podcast subscription in Apple One? I hate the idea.and feel like I'd just listen in Spotify or elsewhere.
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