Understanding Redirects in Podcasting

Redirects play a critical role in the podcasting ecosystem. Whether you’re moving your show to a new host, tracking downloads, or maintaining feed integrity, knowing how redirects work—and when to use them—can save you headaches and help you retain your audience. In this post, we’ll explore the different types of…

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Why a YouTube Show Without an RSS Feed Is Not a Podcast

Introduction In recent years, the word “podcast” has been thrown around loosely, especially by creators on YouTube who refer to their video series as a “podcast.” However, there’s a fundamental distinction between a true podcast and a YouTube show: RSS. If a show isn’t distributed via an open RSS feed…

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The Best Podcast Hosting Companies: Pros and Cons

Introduction Choosing the right podcast hosting platform is crucial for success. A good host provides reliable storage, analytics, monetization options, and seamless distribution to podcast directories. In this guide, we’ll compare some of the best podcast hosting companies, outlining their pros and cons to help you make an informed decision….

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Podcast Launch Checklist for 2024

Pre-Launch Planning 1. Define Your Podcast Concept 2. Podcast Format and Structure 3. Content Planning 4. Branding 5. Technical Setup 6. Hosting and Distribution 7. Website and Social Media Recording and Production 8. Recording Your First Episode 9. Editing Your Episode 10. Show Notes and Transcripts 11. Episode Metadata Pre-Launch…

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