In this episode of The Podcast Daily Brief, Michelle introduces the top stories impacting the podcasting world today. The episode delves into Patreon's new podcast category and its implications for creator revenue streams. It then examines Spotify's evolving podcast strategy, focusing on AI-driven engagement with listeners. Google's innovative Join feature for interactive podcasts is also discussed, highlighting its potential to transform listener interaction. The episode covers Evergreen Podcasts' acquisition of Practical Stoicism, exploring the strategic move's impact on Evergreen's growth. The episode concludes with a look at Evergreen's future prospects and an invitation for listeners to subscribe for ongoing updates in the podcasting industry.

(0:00) Introduction and top stories

(0:53) Patreon's podcast category and creator revenue

(2:17) Spotify's podcast strategy and AI engagement

(5:35) Google's interactive podcast Join feature

(8:24) Evergreen Podcasts acquires Practical Stoicism

(10:15) Evergreen's future prospects and conclusion