Podcast Headlines: 'The Talk Show AI,' and Why Listens Dropped 15%
Is the recent 15% drop in podcast listens a sign of trouble for the industry? Acast points to Apple’s iOS 17 update, which disables automatic downloads, as the culprit. In this episode, we dig into what this means for podcasters and how it could impact listener habits. We'll explore how 'The Talk Show AI' could sharpen your interview skills, check out the latest podcast charts, and share other key updates from the podcasting world. Plus, Hawk Tuah is back in the news!
Episode Highlights:
[4:26] Data and Top Charts
[10:32] Podcasting and Family Perceptions
[15:25] Upcoming Events and Conferences
[18:18] Impact of iOS 17 on Listenership
[20:56] Spotify's Changes in Analytics and Buzzsprout's New Dashboard
[26:50] The Talk Show.AI and Its Potential Uses
[32:33] Auto-Downloading Podcasts and Download Inflation
[38:39 Social Media and Long-Form Content
[46:26] Podcasting Trends
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PodNews:
Acast Report:
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New England Podcasters Group In-Person Event:
https://podnews.net/event/welcome-to-the-new-england-podcasters-group-november-in-person-event
Podfest Expo:
The Podcast Show:
https://www.thepodcastshowlondon.com/
Downloads Decline:
https://podnews.net/article/podtrac-ios-17-data
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