After 18 years of podcasting and countless hours spent in various editing suites, I never thought I'd say this: I'm moving away from Descript for podcast production. As someone who's been using Descript for years and genuinely loves the platform, this decision didn'
After 18 years in the WordPress ecosystem—building client solutions, hosting WordPress podcasts, and working for Gravity Forms—you might wonder why I'd choose Ghost for The Podcast Setup. It's not because WordPress isn't capable. In fact, it's quite the opposite. WordPress
Last week, 110 people lost their jobs at Wondery as Amazon restructured the podcast company it acquired for a reported $300 million just three years ago. The layoffs, which primarily hit the narrative podcast division, came with a familiar corporate euphemism: "strategic reorganization." For those in the audio
If you're just starting your podcast or thinking about upgrading your setup, there's no better place to learn than from podcasters who do it every day. The team at Buzzsprout not only builds one of the most popular podcast hosting platforms but also runs Buzzcast—their
As a veteran podcaster, rabid listener, and novice app builder (shoutout to my own Podcastpower.cc), I've tested countless players—from indies like Fountain and TrueFans to giants like Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube Music. But Pocket Casts, from Automattic (the WordPress.com folks), is my daily driver.
When I set out to build podcastpower.cc, I wasn't just creating another podcast app. I was crafting a vision of what's possible when we embrace the full potential of Podcasting 2.0. In a digital landscape increasingly dominated by walled gardens and proprietary technologies, I
In the world of podcast listening, Apple Podcasts and Spotify often dominate the conversation. Their massive user bases and marketing power can make it seem like they're the only options available. But the reality is far more diverse and exciting – especially when it comes to web-based podcast players
I'm tired of seeing Podcasting 2.0's open-source approach dismissed for "not producing enough" or "lacking traction" compared to corporate closed-source solutions. YouTube is not the savior we're looking for. Open source collaboration should strengthen the entire industry, yet I
In today's crowded podcasting landscape, visibility remains one of the greatest challenges for creators. James Cridland, the force behind Podnews, has long been a champion for podcasters seeking to break through the noise. His latest initiative takes this support to a new level with the launch of NewPodcasts.
Podcasting is evolving, requiring deeper dedication for true success beyond simple recording. Authenticity, audience connection, and content ownership are crucial. The industry may experience a shift towards meaningful engagement, favoring devoted creators over casual hobbyists. As trust becomes the
As a podcaster with over 15 years of experience, I've witnessed a lot of podcast tools come and go. Today, I'm taking a closer look at Descript, a tool that has become a staple in the podcast (and now video!) creation community. While Descript has made
There’s a very simple piece of “podcast technology” from the Podcasting 2.0 movement called the “Funding tag” that helps podcasters get paid. If you’ve spent anytime unpacking the open source movement, you might have discovered its more advertised older brother feature streaming Satoshi’s — Bitcoin’s smallest