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Hey, Podcasters! I’ve always believed that if something makes your day better, it’s worth supporting. And now there’s an easier way for your audience to support your show!

Pocket Casts Opens the Door for Listener Support
This week on Buzzcast, the team is breaking down how the funding tag works and what it means for podcasters. Listen wherever you get your podcasts! 

Maximize Your Buzzsprout Account
In this video, you’ll learn how to set up your Buzzsprout account, upload your first episode, and get listed on Apple Podcasts and Spotify—all in under five minutes. 

Learn and Grow:

• No, You Don't Have to Add Video to Your Podcast
• Deezer Gives Listeners Control Over Recommendations

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Hey, Podcasters! With Buzzsprout’s Instagram Stories sharing feature, it’s easy to turn your episodes into vertical slides that drive engagement and grow your show. 

Check out ​this video​ to see how it works!

Key Takeaways from Podcast Movement Evolutions: In this episode of ​Buzzcast​, the team shares their Evolutions takeaways and reflects on where podcasting is headed!

Learn and Grow:

• ​For when your audience isn’t where you’ve been looking
• ​For when you want polished audio without the post-production headache

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Hey, Podcasters! Your podcast deserves a great home! With Buzzsprout’s ​custom podcast websites​, you can easily create a site that looks great and reflects your show’s personality right from your Buzzsprout account. 

Learn & Grow:

• Is Starting a Podcast Still Worth It in 2025?
• Podcast Bloopers - Join the discussion on Reddit! 
• Buzzsprout Live: Magic Mastering - Join us on April 17th at 2:00 PM EST on the Buzzsprout YouTube Channel

Ask Megan: 

"Is there a way for our Buzzsprout listeners to leave comments and reviews, etc. for our podcast?"

Buzzsprout has a feature called ​Fan Mail​ that’s perfect for this.

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Hey, Podcasters! Podcasting has officially crossed into the mainstream! For the first time ever, more Americans listen to podcasts monthly than those who don’t.

In the latest episode of Buzzcast, the team dives into the latest Infinite Dial findings and what they mean for podcasters today. Listen ​wherever you get your podcasts.

Learn and Grow

• Buzsprout Live: Magic Mastering Going live on April 17th and 2pm EST.
• Podcasting Made Simple Live

Ask Megan

"What’s the difference between 'downloads in the first 7 days' and total downloads?"

Downloads in the first 7 days show ​how many downloads​ your episode had within the first week after it was published.

​Total downloads include every download that episode has ever gotten, whether it was the day it launched or two years later.

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Hey, Podcasters! Audio quality can make or break a podcast, and post-production often takes more time than recording! That’s where Magic Mastering comes in—it automatically balances levels, reduces noise, and optimizes your audio to meet industry standards.

Watch this video to see Magic Mastering in action, then give it a try on your next episode!

Learn & Grow:

• Podcasting Made Simple Live
• Buzzsprout Orientation
• Submit Your Podcast to Apple Podcasts

Ask Megan:

"Hey Megan, I am buying a new microphone. Which one should I get?"

Getting a new microphone is always so exciting! But, it can also be overwhelming with all of the options. Our go-to recommendations are the Samson Q2U or the RODE PodMic

We discuss this more on Reddit, so check it out to see how you can make any microphone sound better!

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Hey, Podcasters! Podcast stats are a valuable tool, but they shouldn’t be the only way you measure success! 

​In this episode of Buzzcast, Buzzsprout cofounder Tom Rossi shares why stats are helpful for understanding trends and refining your show—but also why they’re not the most important part of podcasting. 

Industry Insights

• Pocket Casts' Web Player is now accessible to all
• How much personal info do you share on your podcast?

Ask Megan

"Hi, Megan, how can I add mid-rolls to my podcast?"

If you’re using Buzzsprout Ads or Dynamic Content, just head to the Episodes tab, click on an episode, and select Manage Mid-Roll Placements. 

We'll walk you through it in our help guide!

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Hey, Podcasters! Podcasting takes time, effort, and commitment—so what motivates podcasters to keep creating? We asked, and the answers were clear.

The biggest motivations boil down to five themes: personal growth, listener impact, creativity, community, and purpose. ​In this episode of Buzzcast​, we break down the top five ways podcasters stay inspired and share insights from the Buzzsprout community!

Industry Insights

• ​Pat Flynn video: How to Start a Podcast in 2025
• ​Join us for a Buzzsprout Orientation

Ask Megan

"Hi, Megan, can I offer different subscription tiers with Buzzsprout Subscriptions?"

Currently, ​Buzzsprout Subscriptions​ keeps things simple by offering a single subscription option rather than multiple tiers. However, you still have flexibility in what you offer and setting a suggested amount allows listeners to contribute more if they'd like. 

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Hey, Podcasters! Podcasting takes dedication, and every milestone is worth celebrating! 

With ​the Buzzsprout app​, you can easily share your podcast milestones with polished, professional designs across platforms like Instagram Stories and X.

Industry Insights

• ​For when your brand voice should be more than just a tagline
• ​For when growing your audience is just one click away

Ask Megan

"Hey, Megan, what should I do to have a successful podcast launch?"

We recommend launching with 3 published episodes to help get downloads up the first week! You can also take a look at our How to Start a Podcast​ guide and join a Buzzsprout Orientation!  ​RSVP​ for our next orientation on March 5th at 3:30 pm. 

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Hey, Podcasters! There’s been a lot of pressure for podcasters to embrace video, but is it really the next step for every podcast? 

Of the top 50 podcasts in the world, only 37 publish videos on YouTube, and just 8 use Spotify. That means a significant portion of the most successful podcasts aren’t bothering with video at all!

In this episode of Buzzcast, we dive into the data and what it really means for podcasters to add video. 

What's New:

• Submit to Apple Podcasts in One Click

Industry Insights

• ​For when your podcast is just a voice command away
• ​For when your podcast deserves to be everywhere listeners are

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Hey, Podcasters! Today, we're going to explore why now is the perfect time to launch a podcast!

​In this episode of Buzzcast​, we explain why 2025 is the best time to launch your podcast and why the biggest mistake would be waiting another year. 

Industry Insights

• ​For when judging a podcast by its cover is actually a thing
• ​For when organization meets engagement
• ​For when your podcast gear could use a little expert guidance

Ask Megan

"Hey Megan, is there any way to A/B test episode titles (with Buzzsprout)?"

While Buzzsprout doesn’t have a built-in A/B testing feature, you can run your own test by using two different title formats on separate episodes. Compare the download numbers to see which one resonates best with your audience! 

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