275 - Podcast News: Apple’s New Widgets, Rabbit R1 Updates & Seniors Go Mic-First
Did you know only half of the top 250 podcasts post full episodes on YouTube? Its news day and we’re talking about the latest platform trends, chart rankings, and tools changing how we podcast. This includes Google's new AI features and the Rabbit Intern assistant. Plus, we touch on use cases for the Rabbit R1, thumbnail tips, and wrap with the heartwarming story of 90-year-olds starting a podcast to fight loneliness and show us why podcasting still matters at any age.
Episode Highlights:
[2:37] Podcast Data and Top Podcasts
[6:13] Upcoming Podcasting Events
[11:53] Podcasting Awards and Recognition
[18:54] Podcasting Platforms and Video Content
[37:17] Apple's New Home Screen Widgets
[40:22] Podbean's Advertising Practices
[41:36] AI Tools for Content Creators
[50:19] Google's AI Mode Experiment
[53:31] Feel-Good Story: Elderly Podcast Creators
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Podnews:
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Austin Podcast Social Hour:
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My Ai Generated Podcaster Action Figure:
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Riverside’s Ai Generated Podcaster Action Figure:
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Podcasting Made Simple Event:
https://podnews.net/event/podcasting-made-simple-live-4
The Black Effect Podcast Festival:
https://podnews.net/event/the-black-effect-podcast-festival-2025
Rabbit Ai Device:
The Amby Awards:
https://podnews.net/press-release/2025-ambies-winners
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