Buzzsprout Weekly

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey Podcasters!  At Buzzsprout, most of our collaboration happens through screens. Messages, calls, and pull requests keep everything moving, but once a year, we step away from our desks and meet face-to-face. This year, we gathered in Tampa, Florida so our fully remote team could reconnect, build trust, and spend time together. Here’s a look behind the scen...

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey Podcasters! When Buzzsprout's podcast producer, Jordan Blair, started Dreamful Bedtime Stories, it was just a creative way to help her kids fall asleep.  She never expected it to become a podcast with more than 13 million downloads , or that she’d test nearly every monetization strategy along the way. After six years of experimenting with sponsorshi...

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey, Podcasters!  Let’s be honest: everyone wants to know the secret to ranking higher in Apple Podcasts , but for years, no one really knew how it worked. I’ve sat through countless conference sessions promising to “crack the code” on podcast SEO, and most turned out to be pure snake oil. But now we have credible data straight from Apple. If you’ve ever won...

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey, Podcasters!  Coming off a long weekend can throw off your rhythm! Your schedule changes, your workflow shifts, and podcasting can feel harder to fit in. With the holidays and more travel approaching, keeping your podcast on track can feel tough. But, staying consistent through the end of the year is easier than you think!  So, here are some of my favori...

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey, Podcasters!  Podcasting is full of well-intentioned advice. Some of it helps, but sometimes it's a myth. In our latest Buzzcast episode , Kevin, Jordan, and Alban unpack three common myths that often slow podcasters down and explain what actually moves a show forward. Myth 1: You must launch with three episodes This advice has been passed around fo...

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey Podcasters! Have you ever had an amazing idea for a show… only to get completely stuck on the name?  You brainstorm a dozen options, check Apple Podcasts, and they’re all taken. Or worse, you find one you like, but it doesn’t really capture what your podcast is about. Naming is one of the biggest roadblocks for new podcasters. Too clever, and no one can...

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey, Podcasters!  When I launched my first podcast, I thought 1,000 downloads would unlock everything. I assumed advertisers would show up and the show would start paying for itself. Instead, I found myself in the same spot as so many podcasters in the Buzzsprout Community : excited about growth, but unsure how to turn that momentum into real support. The Ad...

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey, Podcasters!  Have you ever felt like your show just can’t pass a certain threshold, no matter how many downloads you’re getting? You're not alone! Every podcaster has been there at some point in their journey.  Here’s the twist: downloads don’t always equal growth .  You can have thousands of casual listeners and still feel stuck because the real d...

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey, Podcasters!  If you’ve ever stayed up late scrubbing through waveforms, you know how podcast editing can easily go from a "quick polish” into an all-night project. But the reality is, editing will take as much time as you give it. A nd that doesn't need to be a long time.  Changing a few habits before and during recording can make the whole pr...

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey, Podcasters!  Every podcast is a brand, whether you planned it that way or not. Your name, artwork, and content should all work together to show listeners exactly what your show is about. But what happens when they don’t? Maybe your name locks you into one topic. Maybe it no longer fits your podcast. Or maybe… you just don’t like it anymore. Good news, y...

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey Podcasters! We just got back from Podcast Movement in Dallas, and it was awesome to connect with so many Buzzsprout podcasters in person! This year’s conference introduced a new format with silent-disco style headphones and featured plenty of conversations about where podcasting is headed. If you couldn’t make it, don’t worry, our producer Jordan sat dow...

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey Podcasters!  Coming up with new episode ideas can feel easy in the beginning, but a few months in, it’s common to hit a wall. If you’ve ever sat down to record and thought, “What am I even going to talk about this week?” you’re not alone.  In this week’s episode of Buzzcast , Jordan and Alban sit down with Dave Jackson from School of Podcasting to talk a...

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey, Podcasters! This week, we’re sharing one of the easiest ways to improve your sound without new equipment: microphone technique! With a few easy mic technique tweaks, you can get cleaner, more consistent audio.  We’ve pulled together resources to help you get started: This ​Reddit thread​ with tips from Buzzsprout podcasters  This ​blog post​ on mic tech...

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey, Podcasters! Let’s be honest: we all judge podcasts by their cover. In fact, 62% of new listeners are more likely to check out a podcast if they like the cover art . That means your artwork isn’t just a placeholder, it’s your show’s first impression! And that can either be a good thing or a bad thing. Here's how to make sure your artwork is doing it...

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey, Podcasters!  This week, we are switching things up! We're going to talk about a feature that doesn’t get nearly enough love: Dynamic Content . Let's get to it! If you’ve never used it before, ​Dynamic Content​ is a tool in your Buzzsprout account that lets you easily add or remove pre-roll, mid-roll, or post-roll segments to any of your episod...

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey, Podcasters!  Our team is prepping for Podcast Movement next month, which has my brain in full conference mode. One of our most asked questions at conferences actually isn't about Buzzsprout, it's about podcasting equipment!  Podcasters want to know if the gear they are using is " right ," and while the best equipment for one podcaste...

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey, Podcasters!  Editing takes time, but what if your episode could sound polished without all the cleanup? We've added powerful new tools to Magic Mastering, saving you time while making your audio sound better: Filler Killer cautiously detects and removes filler words like "ah" and "uhm" to achieve a high-quality listening experie...

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey, Podcasters!  It can be hard to find a good podcast guest, and even harder to navigate all of the prep that comes with it. So today, we're taking a look at everything you need to know about podcast guests. Let’s get to it! How to Find Great Podcast Guests In this episode of Buzzcast, ​Alex Sanfilippo​ , host of ​Podcasting Made Simple​ and founder o...

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey, Podcasters!  It's been 20 years since podcasts were added to iTunes! Can you believe it? In some ways it feels like podcasting has been around forever, and in others, it feels like they are still so new.  A Smarter Way to Recommend Podcasts Serial was my introduction to podcasts. It was so good that I would’ve traded my iPhone 7 for one solid podca...

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey, Podcasters!  Starting a podcast is easy. Keeping it going is the hard part! In this episode, the Buzzsprout team shares 10 practical lessons learned from decades of podcasting experience. These are the strategies that actually help shows grow, be sustainable, and remain enjoyable over time.  From keeping episodes short to building a workflow you love, t...

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey, Podcasters!  How do you help listeners find their next favorite podcast without relying on an algorithm? Pocket Casts just rolled out support for Podroll, giving podcasters a direct way to recommend shows inside the app. Last week on ​Buzzcast​ , the team talks about how this is a powerful shift in podcast discovery and how you can add recommendations i...

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey, Podcasters!  Getting started with podcast gear can feel overwhelming, especially when every search turns up expensive recommendations and affiliate links.  So our Head of Marketing put together a no-nonsense guide he wishes he had when he started podcasting over a decade ago. After 500+ recordings, he breaks down exactly what equipment he recommends, fr...

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey, Podcasters! Your best podcast ideas don’t always come when you’re sitting at your computer. They tend to show up during a walk, in line for coffee, or mid-scroll on your phone.  But with the Buzzsprout app, you can keep up with your creative mind, no matter where you are!  Whether you're revamping episode descriptions, uploading new artwork, or sha...

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey, Podcasters! Podcast subscriptions aren’t just for massive shows or full-time creators. With Buzzsprout Subscriptions, every podcaster can earn money from their show!  In this episode of Buzzcast , the team breaks down each subscription type, when to use them, and how to start earning. Listen ​wherever you get your podcasts​ , and ​text us​ what you thin...

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey, Podcasters! Today, we're looking at how you can best prepare for podcast guests.  ​In this episode of Buzzcast ​ , the team shares how they research guests, build trust before recording, and find that balance between structure and spontaneity.  Industry Insights Join us​ for a Buzzsprout Orientation hosted by our Podcaster Success Team on May 21st...