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Apple’s announcement this week at the end of the Worldwide Developer Conference is some of the biggest podcasting news to happen in years. That’s why I’ve decided to dedicate an entire episode to it.

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In this episode, Shawn and Jen discuss the idea that there is a perfect length for a podcast episode. We mention the potential future of podcasting for Conservatives. We also talk about why a brand could benefit from having its own podcast – and end with an example of how NOT to do that.

Links mentioned in this episode:

* Podcasting gives brands a voice. So why don’t more companies podcast?

* Podcast Suicide: 5 Errors to Avoid

* Sorry Virginia there is no such thing as the perfect length for a podcast

* Will Podcasting Bring Us the Next Rush Limbaugh?

* Ivanka Trump had aspirations for a women-in-business podcast, but alas

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In this episode, Shawn and Jen discover that there actually are audio footballing (or soccer) podcasts out there.  Who knew?  We give hope to introverts who think they couldn’t possibly do podcasting. (You can do it!). And we point out a podcast with an anonymous host who is providing a beneficial service to listeners.

Links mentioned in this episode:

* 3 Quick Ways to Improve Your Podcast Episode Titles

* Introverts Are Redefining Podcast and Career Stories

* A golden age for footballing audio

* First Columbus Podcast Festival Celebrates A Scene On The Rise

* Meet the Podcasters Bringing Alcoholics Anonymous Into the Digital Age

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In this episode, Shawn and Jen give you a round-up of articles that predict what will happen in podcasting in 2017.  We discuss what we think about the potential rise of “walled gardens”, the future of advertising in podcasts, and what it means that we’re all mainstream now.

Links mentioned in this episode:

* Podcasting set to go mainstream in 2017

* Why branded podcasting could more than double in 2017

* Podcasters of color are striving to amplify ‘the actual voices of marginalized folks’

* 2017: Podcasting’s Breakthrough Year

* Behind Scripps’ Podcasting Bet

* For Black History Month, iTunes has put together a collection called The Black Experience. It features several podcasts with Black hosts.

For #BlackHistoryMonth we put together podcasts, books, TV & more to shine a light on current & historical leaders.https://t.co/RFDqtYUv4B pic.twitter.com/RM5dvkeit1

— iTunes Podcasts (@iTunesPodcasts) February 6, 2017

* Women in Podcasting: Interview with Fariha Roisin and Zeba Blay

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In this episode, Shawn and Jen talk about a Korean podcasting platform that is more popular in Korea than iTunes is.  We debate the value of transcription of podcast episodes, and ponder if Shortcut (and services like it) can really make audio more sharable.

Ironically, we also get into a discussion about the importance of consistency in podcasting (despite the fact that we haven’t been super consistent.)

Links mentioned in this episode:

* Podcasts become a viral hit with Koreans

* This American Life listeners are sharing audio in unexpected ways

* Podcast Blogging

* ‘Stop Podcasting Yourself’ and the Reliable Consistency of Podcasts

* 21 Podcasts to Help You Outsmart Your Competition in 2017

Thank you to: Dave Nelson of Galactic Network and Grizzly Smith of Grizzly’s Growls Podcast for their comments.

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In this podcast, Shawn and Jen talk about the passion involved in podcasting. People often start podcasts about something they are passionate about. That same passion can come out in weird ways in response to either praise or a critique of their show.

Links mentioned in this episode:

* Podcasting: ‘It builds trust, credibility and brand loyalty’

* Why it’s time to start writing about podcasts as culture

* Please, Please, For The Love of God: Do Not Start a Podcast

* 5 Secrets Coming from a Finalist of the ‘Best Business Podcast’

* Why Are Podcasters So Sensitive to Both Criticism and Praise?

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In this episode, Shawn and Jen talk about what could happen if your podcast became a movie (or TV show). We also discuss why moms should listen to podcasts, and point out the stories behind some podcaster’s Twitter handles.

Links mentioned in this episode:

* On the Emerging Trend of Adapting Podcasts into TV Shows and Movies

* 11 best podcaster Twitter handles (and the stories behind them)

* Millennial moms love listening to podcasts

* History Podcasts Made by Women

* Students explore podcasting in classes, radio broadcasting

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In this episode, Shawn and Jen talk about pirates that steal other people’s audio content. We review some options about what you can do if your content is stolen, and point out a site that tends to end up with a lot of stolen content.

We also talk about why it is a good idea to listen to a podcast while you are running. And we finish the show with a nice story about a podcaster who participated in the Rio Olympics.

Links mentioned in this episode:

* Takedown or Shakedown Notices: What You Need To Know About DMCA and Podcasts

* When Will Youtube Deal With Its Audiobook and Podcast Piracy Problem?

* Tracking metrics expected to improve as podcasts grow

* Running is the perfect time for podcasts

* Love of wrestling leads Jason Bryant from Poquoson to public-address announcer at Rio Olympics

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In this episode, Shawn and Jen discuss the dream of all advertisers who place their ads on podcasts – the unskippable episode.

The advertisers are super interested in finding some way to know, for certain, how many listeners actually heard their ad (and how many skipped right over it). This motivation values ads more highly than the content of your podcast.

In addition, we give you a really good example of how to advertise your podcast without annoying people. It takes a little creativity, but has great potential. We also poke at the concept of getting to the top of iTunes.

Links mentioned in this episode:

* Podcasting Has an Ad-Skipping Problem, Too

* May the Podcast Marketing Be With You

* Podcasting and the Big Picture, Part 2: Simple Tweaks to Increase Your Traffic

* Podcast stats: what we (don’t) know

* How to Take Your Podcast to the Top Rank on iTunes

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In this episode, Shawn and Jen discuss two articles that provide advice on how to start your own podcast. One is intended for those who are brand new to podcasting, and the other brings up thoughts of WTF.

We also review yet another list that is in response to the infamous one done by Collision Media.

Links mentioned in this episode:

* Amazon Wants People to Pay for Podcasts

* The Top Woman in Radio Says Podcasting Needs More Women

* How to start your own podcast without any experience

* How to Start Your Own Podcast: Tech Talk with Marc Maron

* The Pod 11 – The most influential Entities in Podcasting

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