Starting a podcast in 2025 is like starting a band. So in our first episode, we explore the origins of podcasting and whether it’s still worth doing.

Here are the articles we reference in this episode:

Audible revolution: https://www.theguardian.com/media/2004/feb/12/broadcasting.digitalmedia

YouTube beats out Spotify: https://www.webull.ca/news-detail/12382044231787520

And if you want to check out Paul’s RSS chat with Bhavik, be sure to head to the Patreon For Creators page: https://www.patreon.com/cw/PatreonforCreators

Chapters

• 00:00:00 Welcome & Introductions
• 00:00:30 The Origin and Evolution of Podcasting
• 00:02:15 Accessibility and the Power of RSS
• 00:03:50 Audio to Video: The Changing Landscape
• 00:06:35 Podcast Formats and Creative Storytelling
• 00:08:03 Personal Podcasting Journeys
• 00:13:17 Finding Your Podcast Voice
• 00:18:35 Building and Growing a Podcast Audience
• 00:22:47 The Rise of Video Podcasts and Shorts
• 00:25:06 Looking Ahead: Future Topics and Community