NewPodcasts.net: A Free Promotional Platform for Podcasts Launches

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.net.

Expanding the Podnews Promotional Ecosystem

For years, James has offered podcasters the opportunity to promote new shows and seasons through the Podnews newsletter and podcast feed. This service has been invaluable for creators looking to reach Podnews' engaged audience of industry professionals and podcast enthusiasts.

NewPodcasts.net represents a significant evolution of this service, creating a dedicated interactive platform where potential listeners can discover, sample, and follow new podcasting content.

Why Promotion Matters More Than Ever

In an era where podcast directories feature millions of shows competing for attention, finding effective promotional channels is crucial for podcasters. Even exceptional content can languish in obscurity without strategic visibility efforts. The challenge isn't just creating great content—it's getting that content in front of the right audience.

This is precisely where NewPodcasts.net steps in to address a critical need in the ecosystem.

Key Benefits of NewPodcasts.net

The new platform offers several compelling advantages for podcasters:

It's completely free. In an industry where promotional opportunities often come with significant price tags, NewPodcasts.net provides valuable exposure without cost barriers.

It leverages Podnews' established audience. Submissions are promoted to Podnews' substantial newsletter subscriber base, podcast listeners, and website visitors—an audience already invested in podcast discovery.

It enables the crucial "try before you follow" experience. The platform allows potential listeners to sample episodes directly on the site before committing to a subscription, reducing friction in the listener acquisition process.

It offers multiple discovery paths. Users can browse the website interface, subscribe to the dedicated new podcasts feed, or encounter featured shows through Podnews' established channels.

How NewPodcasts.net Works

The platform accepts submissions for new podcast launches, new seasons, and even trailers. Upon approval (James maintains quality control to ensure the platform remains valuable), submissions appear on the NewPodcasts.net website with playable audio and direct subscription links.

Featured podcasts receive additional exposure through mentions in the Podnews newsletter, the daily Podnews podcast, and the website. The platform integrates with Episodes.fm by Nathan Gathwright to provide universal subscription options beyond just Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Getting Your Podcast Featured

To submit your podcast for inclusion:

1. Visit NewPodcasts.net and click "Add your show"
2. Provide details about your podcast, including a brief summary for promotional purposes
3. Select your preferred promotion date on the Podnews channels
4. Submit for approval

While James and his team review all submissions to maintain platform integrity, the service welcomes legitimate podcasting projects of all sizes and topics.

A Valuable Addition to Your Promotion Strategy

NewPodcasts.net represents a free, straightforward opportunity to gain visibility for your new podcast or season. In combination with other promotion efforts, it provides an efficient way to reach potential listeners already interested in discovering fresh podcasting content.

For ongoing industry insights and promotional opportunities, be sure to subscribe to Podnews.net—the premier news source for podcasters. Join the newsletter and listen to the daily podcast or weekly roundup to stay informed about the latest developments in the podcasting world.

And don't forget: if you're looking for additional free promotion, visit ThePodcastSetup.com to share your production process. By completing the interview form about your recording setup, software choices, hosting solutions, and lessons learned, you'll gain another opportunity for visibility within the podcasting community.

The podcasting landscape may be crowded, but with resources like NewPodcasts.net, gaining the visibility your content deserves becomes significantly more achievable.