Open The Mic Newsletter — Podcast News
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Does Apple Finally Have a Plan for Podcasts? — www.vulture.com
Apple recently launched an original new podcast hosted by Zane Lowe. Is that enough to combat rival Spotify’s podcast strategy, which recently signed Joe Rogan?
What To Do When You’re Feeling Unmotivated To Keep Podcasting — wocpodcasters.co
Feeling unmotivated to keep podcasting? Here are three things you can do right now to get back on track so you feel more energized to record a new episode.
iOS 14 includes revamped Podcasts app with curated suggestions — 9to5Mac — 9to5mac.com
“The Podcasts app is getting a major overhaul this year, with personal curated suggestions and more,” says Espósito. “Just like Apple Music, Apple’s Podcasts app will learn about your personal preferences to suggest new podcasts available on the platform, making it more customized for each user.”
Alexa Becoming A Permanent Family Member During Pandemic As Marketers Take Note. — www.insideradio.com
Voice-activated technology was already gaining in popularity before COVID-19 turned social distancing into a way of life around the world. Now, according to a GeekWire report focusing on Amazon’s industry-leading
The Rise and Rise of Music Podcasts — musically.com
The podcast economy boom is now so great that not only did Spotify pay $100m to secure the exclusive licensing deal for the enormously popular Joe Rogan Experience podcast, news of the deal added more than $1bn to the streaming company’s market cap.
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