This Week In The Podverse, May 24, 2024
This week, Paulo Dias discusses enhancing radio campaigns with TikTok and WhatsApp and democratizing podcasting through the South African Podcasters Guild. Kevin Masaba and APVA introduce podcasting to Ugandan students, while Ubong Matthew hosts a webinar for new podcasters.
In the latest episode of "Into The Podverse," I had the pleasure of chatting with Paulo Dias, a pioneer in merging traditional radio with modern digital platforms. We discussed how Paulo utilizes platforms like TikTok and WhatsApp to amplify radio campaigns and connect with audiences. Paulo also shared insights into the South African Podcasters Guild's mission to democratize podcasting. Read More
Kevin Masaba, a well-known radio and podcast expert, has teamed up with the Association of African Podcasters and Voice Artists (APVA) to introduce podcasting to high school and university students in Uganda. They want to show young people how cool and useful podcasting can be for telling stories and communicating ideas. By working together, Masaba and APVA hope to improve African broadcasting by getting more people into podcasting. Read More
Ubong Matthew, an experienced project manager, says podcasting is the next big thing for African businesses. He's hosting a webinar to help new podcasters succeed fast, with tips and special resources. Matthew's podcast, "An Hour with A Manager," teaches smart business tricks. Read More
Tunmise Oladapo Kuku, a broadcaster and coach, has resumed the #MindfullyWithTunmise podcast after a short break. The latest episode talks about what productivity means and includes personal stories. Fans can now send text messages through a link in the show description. Read More
Pearl, guest writing for Whatspodcasting this week, shares her experience with "The Founder's Podcast," which featured a gripping episode on scammer Ivan Kreuger. Her friend Drounz, who cut their call short, later revealed a scorpion had bitten him. Read More
Kim Fox led a successful podcasting workshop called "To Podcast Or Not? That Is The Question" at the RiseUp Summit at the Grand Egyptian Museum. The well-received session inspired many attendees to consider starting their own podcasts. Read More
The Limitless Africa podcast, hosted by Claude Grunitzky, is empowering African youth by providing a platform to discuss crucial topics like entrepreneurship and women's empowerment. Supported by the U.S. Department of State, the podcast reaches millions across Africa and the diaspora, addressing issues relevant to young people. Read More
The newest edition of "The Noise Gate" by Podcast Movement introduces a productivity method called the "Roosevelt Sprint," shares storytelling advice from expert Rob Rosenthal, and recommends the podcast "Deep Questions with Cal Newport" for tips on staying focused and productive. It also suggests episodes from Rosenthal's "Sound School" for practical podcasting advice. Read More
Danny Brown, co-host of "In & Around Podcasting," shares insights from nine podcasting experts in a new episode. Key topics include podcast strategy, promoting new features, adding a human touch to AI, and increasing app interactivity. Experts also discuss overcoming podfade, Spotify leaving the IAB, and using YouTube for podcasts. Read More
Alex Sanfilippo's latest episode features Ben Albert's tips on making your podcast shine. Learn how to impress with early guest choices, famous endorsements, networking during interviews, guest referrals, and strategic feedback requests. Tune in for podcasting success secrets. Read More
In a recent episode of his podcast, Matt Cundill spoke with Arielle Nissenblatt about essential tools for podcasters. They discussed how platforms like SquadCast.fm and Descript can simplify recording and editing. The conversation also covered the importance of meaningful industry discussions and resources like The Podcast Academy and EarBuds Podcast Collective. Listen
Seth Goldstein spills the beans on why podcasting is the ultimate way to make friends in business. He’s been doing it for years and says it’s not just about making deals, but building a solid network of people you can trust. In his article, he also talks about what’s hot in the world of online marketing, like changes on Meta’s platform and social media trends. Read More
Alpha Media is swapping out traditional radio for Podcast Radio on KWIX and KREI in Missouri. After laying off staff, they're shifting to a format that showcases podcasts. Podcast Radio, originating in the UK, blends live hosts with podcasts, aiming to offer listeners fresh content. AdLarge Media will handle advertising sales, signaling a significant move towards integrating radio and podcasts. Read More
Jim Salveson, an audio expert and sports fan, has praised the success of the Sport Social Podcast Network’s Premier League podcasts this season. He congratulated the podcast partners for their excellent work and expressed excitement for the next season in 2024/2025. The network is looking forward to more achievements and growth in sports audio. Read More
Edison Research has revealed the most popular podcast genres in the U.S. for the first part of 2024. Comedy remains the favourite among weekly listeners aged 13 and older. Society & Culture has moved up to second place, surpassing News, which is now third. Music and Fiction have both gained popularity, each moving up two spots since early 2023. Education and Religion & Spirituality have also seen an increase in rankings. Read More
Spotify’s video podcasts are getting a lot more popular worldwide, with a huge 39% jump in views and People trust podcast hosts more than social media influencers. Read More
A recent article by Justin Jackson from Transistor talks about the struggle podcasters encounter with show notes appearing differently across different podcast apps. Jackson's study found that elements like headings, lists, and images don't consistently display the same across platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and others. To tackle this, Jackson suggests podcasters stick to basic formatting like paragraphs and hyperlinks for more consistent results. Read More
Actor Rainn Wilson, famed for playing Dwight Schrute on "The Office," debuts "Soul Bloom," a podcast inspired by his struggles with spirituality and mental health. Wilson discusses creativity and psychology with experts, advocating for compassion and community. He expresses willingness to reprise his role as Dwight. Read More
A new podcast called "PEPPA PIG's Play-A-Long Podcast" is coming out on July 11. It's made for families and has six episodes, each lasting 15 minutes. The podcast includes fun activities, adventures, and songs with The Piggy-Wigs band. It's meant to help little kids during long trips and teach them about handling feelings. Peppa Pig has been popular for 20 years and is loved by people all over the world. Read More
Kids at Clough Elementary School in Worcester, MA, started their own podcast called 'Clough Speaks Up' with some help from a grant. They're talking about all sorts of things like sports and grammar. Their teacher, Jen Hall, is guiding them along the way. The podcast isn't just fun—it's helping the kids get better at writing and talking. And soon, they'll be teaching other kids how to make podcasts too. It's a cool way for them to share their thoughts and learn new skills! Read More
At The Master's University, students are learning how to make podcasts with a new class taught by Dr. Bob Dickson. In the Podcast Studio course, students get to learn all about making podcasts from scratch. They learn how to use the equipment, plan their shows, and make them interesting. Dr. Dickson wants students to be themselves and share what they're passionate about. By the end of the class, they'll know how to make awesome podcasts that people will want to listen to. Read More
Podcasting company Pod People teamed up with Fast Company and Inc. to make their podcasts more popular. They used clever advertising to get more people to listen to Fast Company's "Most Innovative Companies" podcast. For Inc.'s "Computer Freaks" podcast, they got lots of attention by reaching out to newspapers and websites. Both podcasts became very successful thanks to Pod People's help. If you want more people to listen to your podcast, Pod People can help you too. Read More
Podcast Tip of The Week
Invest in Quality Audio. Good audio quality makes your podcast more enjoyable, keeping listeners engaged and more likely to recommend your show.
Podverb Of The Week
"Little by little, the bird builds its nest."