
What happens to podcast downloads if IP addresses go away? Interview: Bryan Barletta, plus automating YouTube for podcasting.
08/19/21 • 50 min
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NEWS HEADLINES:
- “Nearly one in five weekly listeners say that YouTube is their primary service for podcasts. This is why I twitch a little every time I hear a podcast tell listeners to 'subscribe or follow us wherever you get your podcasts.' Are you sure?” - in his latest newsletter, Tom Webster shares some data that might convince you to get your podcast onto YouTube.
- James has written how to auto-publish your podcast to YouTube
- After Podnews highlighted Fireside Chat’s terms of service following its public launch at Podcast Movement, the company released updated terms late last week. The new terms (differences here) seek to clarify the 'General Media Release’ section about ownership of content, and one clause has been removed. We have reviewed Fireside’s new terms and conditions.
- So what happens to podcasting when IP addresses go away? In Sounds Profitable this week with Chartable, Bryan Barletta highlights who wins - and who loses.
- It’s time to hang up the egos and move beyond IP addresses, says Dave Jones, writing on The Podcast Index’s blog. The post highlights a new way to get better podcast analytics, using a “ULID” URL parameter, and listen stats.
- A new podcast report was released in Germany on Thursday. Hitting the right tone: Germany’s podcast boom was released by the Otto B
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Join James Cridland and Sam Sethi
INTERVIEW:
NEWS HEADLINES:
- “Nearly one in five weekly listeners say that YouTube is their primary service for podcasts. This is why I twitch a little every time I hear a podcast tell listeners to 'subscribe or follow us wherever you get your podcasts.' Are you sure?” - in his latest newsletter, Tom Webster shares some data that might convince you to get your podcast onto YouTube.
- James has written how to auto-publish your podcast to YouTube
- After Podnews highlighted Fireside Chat’s terms of service following its public launch at Podcast Movement, the company released updated terms late last week. The new terms (differences here) seek to clarify the 'General Media Release’ section about ownership of content, and one clause has been removed. We have reviewed Fireside’s new terms and conditions.
- So what happens to podcasting when IP addresses go away? In Sounds Profitable this week with Chartable, Bryan Barletta highlights who wins - and who loses.
- It’s time to hang up the egos and move beyond IP addresses, says Dave Jones, writing on The Podcast Index’s blog. The post highlights a new way to get better podcast analytics, using a “ULID” URL parameter, and listen stats.
- A new podcast report was released in Germany on Thursday. Hitting the right tone: Germany’s podcast boom was released by the Otto B
Start podcasting - keep podcasting!
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
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- At Podcast Movement, Mark Cuban and Falon Fatemi spoke about their new storytelling platform Fireside Chat. Cuban described podcasting as being “old, tired and beat up,” adding “...there’s only one way to monetize - by lying your ass off to secure sponsorships.” The app is available now on iOS.
- Edison Research’s Tom Webster said:
"Cuban is right that podcasting isn’t an interactive platform. Podcasters don’t get immediate feedback in the way that participants on Fireside or Clubhouse do. Neither do actors or radio DJs or morticians. Nevertheless they persist. But that doesn’t make social audio platforms “podcasting 2.0.” - Transistor’s Justin Jackson said:
"People keep talking about podcasting’s “discovery problem;” but the people I know, who listen to podcasts regularly, seem to have no problems in finding new shows to listen to. If anything, they have the opposite problem: too many good shows to listen to." - Using Podcasting 2.0 apps like CurioCaster or Podfriend, listeners can share small amounts of cryptocurrency with the podcasts they listen to. Now, so-called “Boostagrams”, like those seen above, allow listeners to send messages to podcasters, too, along with a tip. Here’s how to get started with accepting cryptocurrency for your podcast
- As mentioned above, Boostagrams - little messages from listeners when sending cryptocurrency tips in
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Podnews Weekly Review - What happens to podcast downloads if IP addresses go away? Interview: Bryan Barletta, plus automating YouTube for podcasting.
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In this episode titled "What happens to podcast downloads if IP addresses go away? Interview: Bryan Barletta, plus automating YouTube for podcasting," the hosts discuss the potential impact of losing IP addresses on podcast metrics and privacy. They explore the challenges and benefits of uploading podcasts to YouTube and the use of automation tools like Zapier. Bryan Barletta sheds light on the importance of IP address privacy in podcasting, particularly in light of Apple's private relay feature. The hosts also touch upon the need for industry collaboration to develop alternative methods for measuring podcast metrics. Furthermore, they highlight updates and releases in the podcasting industry, such as the Podcast Academy's efforts in promoting best practices and the emergence of new podcast reports and features from various platforms. Listen to this episode to gain insights into the evolving landscape of podcasting and the potential ramifications of IP address changes.
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Welcome to Portland. Portland is sponsored by Buzzsprout used by over a hundred thousand podcasters like us to host, promote and track your podcast. And by riverside.fm, 2.0 recording podcasts and video interviews in studio quality from anywhere. Just got an upgrade and an iOS app we're using it now. The upgrade, not the iOS app. It's the 19th of August, 2021. I'm James credit and the editor of hot news.net in Australia.
BryanWhat happens to podcast downloads if IP addresses go away? Interview: Bryan Barletta, plus automating YouTube for podcasting. Top Questions Answered
How can I reach a larger audience for my podcast?
Uploading podcasts to YouTube can help podcasters reach a larger audience and gain additional plays.
What are some automation tools for uploading podcasts to YouTube?
Automation tools like Zapier can be used to automatically upload podcasts to YouTube.
How can I enhance the viewing experience of podcast videos on YouTube?
Adding chapters and chapter imagery to YouTube videos can enhance the viewing experience.
What are the implications of Apple's private relay feature on podcast downloads?
Apple's private relay feature aims to hide IP addresses for privacy reasons, which could impact podcasting as IP addresses are used to count download statistics.
Can IP addresses be used to track podcast downloads?
Yes, IP addresses are used to track podcast downloads and determine unique listeners.
Will podcast hosts have access to accurate download numbers in the future?
Privacy concerns mean that podcast hosts may not have access to accurate download numbers in the future, especially with features like Apple's private relay and Google's free VPN masking IP addresses.
How can podcasters embed reviews on their websites?
Podcasters can use certain tools to embed podcast reviews on their websites.
What are some features offered by podcast apps like Podchaser and Castomatic?
Podcast apps like Podchaser and Castomatic offer features like sending messages and tips from their apps.
What is the Podcast Academy and what is its purpose?
The Podcast Academy is an organization that aims to raise the standing of the podcasting industry and recognize great creative work through awards ceremonies and industry growth focus.
What are the popular podcast platforms in Germany?
Spotify is the most popular platform in Germany, followed by YouTube and Apple Podcasts.
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