Bryan Barletta
Sounds Profitable
The pace of change the podcast industry is undergoing is staggering. The implications for podcasters, hosting providers, podcast listening app developers, and advertisers and agencies are enormous. And so is the growth potential. Presented as a companion to the weekly newsletter of the same name, our podcast provides you with direct access to our narrated articles, interviews with industry experts, bleeding-edge research, and can't miss industry news recaps. That Sounds Profitable, right? Assumptions and conventional wisdom will be challenged. Easy answers with no proof of efficacy will be exp...
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Episodes
Podcasters in Pajamas, SXM's Research Roundup, Cumulus Signs BiggerPockets & More. 08.01.2024 5:20
Here's what you need to know for today in the business of podcasting: Streaming audio twice as “authentic” than TV for advertisers. Podcasts? Nine times. by Brad Hill iOS 17, a writeup by Pete Birsinger Why Gen Z’s biggest podcasters are working from bed by Lilly Smith The 5 trends that will shape sports marketing in 2024 by Alyssa Meyers Music streaming service SoundCloud tunes up for sale by Mar...
Christmas Sports Sold Out, YouTube and Co-Measurement, SmartLess' Big Business, & More 22.12.2023 6:59
Here's what you need to know for today in the business of podcasting: Disney nearly sold out Christmas sports ad space in early December. Simplecast Announces YouTube Integration SmartLess Proved Celeb Podcasts Can Mean Business YouTube Postpones Co-Viewing Measurement Plan Quick Hits: What marketers need to learn from breakthrough brand IP like Barbie, Nike, Super Mario Bros. for 2024 by Kristina...
Simplecast's YouTube Integration, Barbie's Lessons for 2024, Netflix's Data Dump, & More 21.12.2023 4:31
Here's what you need to know for today in the business of podcasting: Simplecast adds YouTube integration for automatic uploads by Adam Shepherd What marketers need to learn from breakthrough brand IP like Barbie, Nike, Super Mario Bros. for 2024 by Kristina Monllos Here's What's Missing From Netflix's Data Dump, According to Ad Experts by Bill Bradley …as for the rest of the news: Podimo has sec...
Seasonal Podcast Ad Strategy, Streaming Audiobook Royalty Concerns, 2024 Agency Trends, & More 20.12.2023 4:33
Here's what you need to know for today in the business of podcasting: Welcome to the ad-free internet Spotify's Push Into Audiobooks Sparks Concern Among Authors by Ashley Carman The Crucial Timing of Ads Media Buying Briefing: Here are five media agency trends to watch in 2024 by Antoinette Siu and Michael Bürgi …as for the rest of the news: Rain News shares the audio-related highlights from Nie...
IAB Creator Economy Study, YouTube Postpones Co-Viewing, 2024 Ad Trends, & More 19.12.2023 4:36
Here's what you need to know for today in the business of podcasting: IAB Releases First-of-Its-Kind Research Report on the Creator Economy Advertising Opportunity What Worked in 2023: Brands in Podcasting by Annalise Nielsen YouTube postpones co-viewing measurement plan by Tim Peterson Ad Trends In 2024: Digital Deceleration, AI Rising, More Ad-Supported Streaming …as for the rest of the news: Ti...
Disney's Christmas Sports Inventory, SmartLess' Big Business, Behind the SiriusXM Rebrand, & More 18.12.2023 4:51
Here's what you need to know for today in the business of podcasting: Disney is almost sold out of Christmas NFL, NBA, and Rose Bowl ad inventory by Alyssa Meyers Mailchimp cancels podcast after refusing to work with union producers by Ariel Shapiro How Will Arnett, Jason Bateman and Sean Hayes’ ‘Smartless’ Proved Podcasts Can Mean Big Business by Addie Morfoot Behind the scenes of SiriusXM’s rebr...
Host Engagement in Video Podcasts, Spotify Signs Warner Bros. Discovery, TikTok Top Teen Choice & More 15.12.2023 7:14
Here's what you need to know for this week in the business of podcasting: Sound You Can See: Podcasting’s Video Dilemma Edison Research, Cumulus Media publish Q3 Share of Ear Study Spotify Inks Podcast Deal With Warner Bros. Discovery for CNN, HBO and More Shows by Caitlin Huston Teens social media platform choices are shifting.
Podcasting's Video Dilemma, Realm Signs Adelicious, Marketers Predict Podcast Adspend, & More 14.12.2023 3:41
Here's what you need to know for today in the business of podcasting: Sound You Can See: Podcasting’s Video Dilemma 49% of global marketers predict increase in podcast ad spending by Adam Shepherd Audio Is One Of Agency Giant WPP’s Top 10 Trends For 2024. Realm inks deal with Adelicious
10 Critical Facts about Video and Podcasting for Success in 2024 14.12.2023 11:15
Sound You Can See, our latest research on the role of video in podcasting, presents a compelling picture of a single audience, choosing audio or video depending on their mood and environment. Tom Webster breaks down the ten things you need to know from this important study. Sound You Can See Webinar Written by Tom Webster Edited by Bryan Barletta Audio edited by Gavin Gaddis Hosted by ART19 Sounds...
TikTok Podcasts Ending, Podcasting's Newest Demographic, McDonald's Continues Diverse Podcast Initiative, & More 13.12.2023 3:53
Here's what you need to know for today in the business of podcasting: TikTok Sunsets Podcast Feature Teens are more online than ever, but platform preferences differ: report by Jasmine Sheena Podcasters & Advertisers: Meet Your New Audience by Paul Riismandel The Specialist DSPs Giving Omnichannel Giants A Run For Their Money By James Hercher …as for the rest of the news: McDonald’s has commi...
Podcasting Eats Share of Ear, Spotify Signs Warner Bros. Discovery, & More 12.12.2023 3:39
Here's what you need to know for today in the business of podcasting: Edison Q3 2023 “Share Of Ear”: AM/FM In-Car Listening Surges To Pre-Pandemic Norms, Spoken Word Grows To Highest Level, And Pandora and Spotify Are Down by Pierre Bouvard Spotify Inks Podcast Deal With Warner Bros. Discovery for CNN, HBO and More Shows by Caitlin Huston TikTok, gaming, and AI will define the advertising landscap...
TikTok Going Longform, 2024 Ad Spend Predictions, Tech Startup Capital Issues & More 11.12.2023 5:00
Here's what you need to know for today in the business of podcasting. People are watching longer TikToks. What does that mean for competition with YouTube? by Sara Lebow A look at holding company 2024 ad spending forecasts by Antoinette Siu From Unicorns to Zombies: Tech Start-Ups Run Out of Time and Money by Erin Griffith What creator Anna Kai looks for in a brand partner by Katie Hicks …as for t...
Audio to Pass $75 billion, ANA Finds Missing Adspend, Programmatic Summit Recap, & More 08.12.2023 7:29
Here's what you need to know from this week in the business of podcasting: The Fastest Growing Languages in Podcasting Podcast Download Fall 2023, Cumulus Media and Signal Hill Insights Spotify Announces Layoffs ANA Study Finds Nearly 2/3rds of Ad Dollars Never Reach Intended Audiences Quick Hits: The Partial Attention Economy of Video Podcasting by Tom Webster. Surveyed podcast audiences say they...
Podcast Language Diversity, ANA Finds Missing Adspend, Programmatic Summit Recap, & More 07.12.2023 4:49
What Are the Fastest-Growing Podcast Languages? by Becca Butcher ‘We have to test or you’re dead next year’: Overheard at the Digiday Programmatic Marketing Summit by Kayleigh Barber Podcasts aren't as doomed as they look. But some of the best ones are by Scott Nover Only around a third of ad dollars reach ‘intended audiences,’ ANA finds by Ryan Barwick …as for the rest of the news: Tidal announce...
The Partial Attention Economy of Video Podcasting 06.12.2023 6:24
When asked if they listen to full podcast episodes, watch full episodes, or watch clips, audiences surveyed gave a resounding “yes.” Tom Webster breaks down what that means for podcasting and how we should act on it. Written by Tom Webster Edited by Bryan Barletta Audio edited by Gavin Gaddis Hosted by ART19 Sounds Profitable: Narrated Articles is a production of Sounds Profitable. For more inform...
Audio to Pass $75b, Spotify Announces Layoffs, NPR Hires Campbell, & More 04.12.2023 4:12
Spotify Cuts 1,500 Jobs, CEO Ek Says Streamer Must Be Leaner by Lucas Shaw Deloitte: Audio Market To Surpass $75 Billion In 2024. Libsyn Unveils November 2023 Podcast Advertising Rates, and 5 Developments to Watch in 2024 …as for the rest of the news: NPR hires former Gimlet executive editor Collin Cambell to oversee podcast strategy, PodPod reports the BBC is investing more in podcasting as part...
RAJAR's MIDAS Study, Podcast Guests Generate Revenue, Trader Joe's Podcast Advantage & More 01.12.2023 9:14
Here's what you need to know from this week in the business of podcasting: RAJAR: UK Podcast Weekly Reach Has Doubled Since 2017 Ad Revenue Growing Faster Than Expected Podcast Guesting Drives Defector Subscriptions Branded Podcast Enables Better Coverage, Connection With Fans Quick Hits: Putting Success In Your Way With Video by Tom Webster. With the growth of video podcasting, it’s time to re-ex...
Ad Revenue Beats Expectations, Black Friday Goes Omnichannel, New Podcast Documentary, & More 30.11.2023 4:45
Here's what you need to know for today in the business of podcasting: Strong online sales show Black Friday was an ‘omnichannel event’ by Alex Vuocolo Ad revenue is growing faster than expected, per analyst by Ryan Barwick Digiday+ Research: Publishers’ programmatic revenue didn’t shake out the way they’d hoped, but it’s still a bright spot How audience-first creative is amplifying audio and vide...
Podcasting's Multiplatform Future, Ad Market Growth Continues, Chili's Sonic Branding & More 29.11.2023 5:36
Here's what you need to know for today in the business of podcasting: Podcasting’s Multiplatform Imperative by Steven Goldstein Innovid study examines impact of measurement and optimization gaps across CTV campaigns by Antoinette Siu Google’s Search Partner network comes under fire in research underlining brand safety vulnerabilities by Ronan Shields Why Chili’s brought back its baby back ribs jin...
Putting Success In Your Way With Video 29.11.2023 7:02
With the growth of video podcasting, it’s time to re-examine how podcasting thinks about audiences watching podcasts instead of listening. Tom Webster breaks down the differences, and how the two aren’t mutually exclusive. Written by Tom Webster Edited by Bryan Barletta Audio edited by Gavin Gaddis Hosted by ART19 Sounds Profitable: Narrated Articles is a production of Sounds Profitable. For more...
Australian Audio Spend Up, Stripping Podcast Ads, IGN's Realm Deal, & More 28.11.2023 4:35
Here's what you need to know for today in the business of podcasting: Auddia Announces Intent to Strip Ads From Podcasts Digital audio ad spend in Australia up 16.2% September quarter 2023 Realm & IGN Strike Podcast Deal Including Scripted Adaptation Of Justin Roiland Videogame ‘High On Life’ From Squanch Games by Peter White …as for the rest of the news: Apple shares the most popular podcasts...
UK Podcast Reach Doubles, Guest Hosting Drives Revenue, Trader Joe's Podcasting Play, & More 27.11.2023 5:55
Here's what you need to know for today in the business of podcasting: Rajar Midas: podcasts double weekly reach in six years by Ella Sagar The shifts that will impact 2024’s video ad landscape by Jennifer King Defector Annual Report, September 2022 – August 2023 How Trader Joe’s, Erewhon, and H-E-B, have cultivated a cult following Women more disengaged with news than men …as for the rest of the...
Spotify's Android Commission Rate, X Cancels MRC Audit, Adblocker Usage Rising & More 21.11.2023 6:30
Here's what you need to know for today in the business of podcasting: A secret Google deal let Spotify completely bypass Android’s app store fees by Adi Robertson and Sean Hollister Brand safety concerns mount as X (formerly Twitter) pulls out of MRC audit by Krystal Scanlon NewsGuard’s Whitelist Of Ukrainian Publishers Aims To Combat Wartime Misinformation by Anthony Vargas Roku And Unity Want To...
Spotify’s Global Ad Expansion, Podcasters > Social Influencers, Consumer Holiday Spending & More 20.11.2023 5:07
Here's what you need to know for today in the business of podcasting: Forecast: Double-Digit Online Ad Growth For Both 2023 And 2024. Spotify Audience Network expands to five new global markets by Reem Makari System1: New Study Reveals How Audio Personalities Drive Advertising Effectiveness by Pierre Bouvard Amazon joins pack offering deals a week ahead of Black Friday by Alex Vuocolo Cost of livi...
TikTok's Spotify Integration, Record Spoken Word Listenership, Podcasting's Video Dilemma, & More 17.11.2023 7:51
Here's what you need to know from this week in the business of podcasting: The Spoken Word Audio Report 2023 YouTube Debuts New AI Content Policies Saving TikTok Songs to Spotify With New Integration Ad Engagement Declines With Lack of Representation Quick Hits: Spotify’s podcast and audiobook discovery will get a boost from Google Cloud’s AI by Amrita Khalid. Google Cloud’s Large Language Models...
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