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Published on May 06, 2026 Most podcasters are sitting on a treasure trove of data. Episode titles. Descriptions. Publish dates. Download numbers. Transcripts. Listener feedback. Years of conversations, topics, formats, experiments, and decisions. The problem is that most of that data is hard to see all at once. You can look at your stats and see which episodes have the most downloads. You can scroll through old episode titles. You can remember which conversations felt strong when you recorded them.

Published on March 06, 2026 For years, I’ve told podcasters that one of the fastest ways to grow a show is by appearing on other podcasts, but I hadn’t put much effort into guesting myself. So in 2026, I decided to test it! I tried everything from cold email pitches to platforms like PodMatch, and by the end, I’d appeared on more than eight podcasts. Here’s what I learned and exactly what I was going to start getting booked on podcasts today. What Does it mean to be a Podcast Guest?

Published on February 21, 2026 DISCLAIMER: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Please contact a licensed attorney if you have a copyright issue. What Is a Copyright? Copyright laws are an incredibly important legal issue to the world of podcasting. Copyright laws prevent others from stealing your podcast content, or copyrighted material, and it also controls what sound bites and music you can put on your podcast. So what is a copyright?

At Buzzsprout, we spend most of our time connected by screens. Messages, calls, and pull requests are the norm. We're a high-performing team, and that requires a high level of trust. Trust is the foundation that allows us to move quickly, collaborate honestly, and do great work together. Over time, we’ve learned that trust grows strongest when we step away from our screens and spend real time together. So once a year, we step away from our families and routines to meet face-to-face.

October 10, 2025 I've been going to podcast conferences for over a decade, and nearly every conference has a talk about podcast SEO or how to rank higher in the podcasting charts. I've always been quite skeptical about these because, while traditional SEO on Google and other search engines is a robust area of study, there hasn't been much real research into how podcasters can rank their shows.

Days 1–3: The Core Launch The first three days are about getting your podcast seen and heard everywhere you can. Think of it like a spark: you’re trying to build enough momentum that it catches and keeps going. Step 1: Activate your inner circle If there are people in your life who are willing to promote your show, today is the day to reach out and invite them to be part of your launch team. Think of this group as your inner circle of friends, family, or coworkers who can help you get the word out.

Gone are the days of citing only print resources and web pages. In 2025, podcasts are an ever-growing source of unique content with valuable (and citable) information. No matter which citation style you use, you'll need to find some basic information on the episode.

Fun fact: DC Thomson Media replaced all of their podcasting mics with Samson Q2Us during covid lockdowns because they'd perform so well in people's homes. There are three reasons you want wired headphones when recording a podcast: Self-monitoring: Headphones will help you monitor your voice and environment so you notice audio issues before they become a problem. Eliminate mic-bleed: Headphones eliminate mic-bleed, where your guest's audio spills over into your track, like a quiet echo.

May 20, 2025 Auphonic is a powerful audio optimization software that helps podcasters create high-quality audio with minimal effort. Whether you're starting a new podcast or you're a seasoned sound engineer, Auphonic is a trusted tool for improving audio quality without needing a degree in audio editing. At Buzzsprout HQ, it's one of our go-to tools for podcast production, and we think it might become one of yours, too.

“Well, why don’t we find an MP3 file that’s attached to an RSS feed, and then take that out, download it… and podcasting was born.” - Adam Curry, co-founder of podcasting, on Buzzcast A podcast is not just a video with microphones—it’s a uniquely audio-first experience that can be streamed or downloaded from a podcast app. Unlike a radio show, which is broadcast live at a set time, audio podcasts are on-demand and available whenever and wherever listeners want.