Podcast News: YouTube Defines Podcasting, AI Audio Tools, and Industry Events

YouTube defines podcasting as “listenable content that’s video-optional,” but what does that really mean for creators? It’s news day, and today we’re bringing you many headlines, including YouTube’s changing role concerning podcasting, new research from Edison revealing where most listeners tune in, and an AI tool that can separate overlapping voices in audio recordings. We also discuss whether podcasters should rethink how they share links, the rise of audiobooks as an alternative for busy listeners, and the latest updates on events happening across the industry.
Episode Highlights:
[2:19] Discussion on Book Club and AI Tools
[8:13] Podcast Data and Top Charts
[15:34] Events and Awards
[21:06] Podcast Accessibility and Universal Links
[37:59] AI Breakthrough in Audio Editing
[47:20] Women in Podcasting Competition
[50:13] YouTube's Definition of Podcasting
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PodNews:
Diary of a CEO with Steven Bartlett:
Evolutions 2025:
https://podnews.net/event/evolutions-2025
50 over 50 Podcaster Awards:
Higher Ed Podcon:
https://podnews.net/event/higher-ed-podcon
Podcast Accessibility:
https://podnews.net/article/universal-links
Plink:
https://podnews.net/article/universal-links
Podfollow:
https://podnews.net/article/universal-links
Audioshake:
Jar Audio Emerging Women in Podcasting Pilot Competition:
How YouTube Sees Podcasting:
How I Make $1.2 Million A Year From This Podcast:
https://youtu.be/OpANpfEjNw8
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