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Into The Podverse: Innovation, Challenges & Opportunities In Podcasting

Tony Doe
Podcasting
Africa
African Podcasting
Nigerian Podcast Index
RSS
Youtube
Spotify
Artificial Intelligence
Autrans
Monetization
APVA Awards
Radio
Nigeria
RSS Feed
Captivate
Podverse Niger
Intellectual Property
Podshare
Africa Podcasting Ecosystem
Oprah Winfrey

Into The Podverse is the leading resource for navigating the African podcasting ecosystem, global audio innovation, and creator economics. Hosted by Tony Doe, the show provides a deep dive into the latest podcasting trends and the impact of AI on discovery and production.

We explore critical industry benchmarks, including IAB standards and the AMP Accords, while championing creator ownership and R... more

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How can African creators turn a $3.1 billion creator economy into actual revenue in their local bank accounts? In this episode of Into the Podverse, host Tony Doe explores the "plumbing" of podcast monetisation in Africa and the structural challenges... more

In this episode of Into the Podverse, host Tony Doe explores the delicate balance between community building and industry standards. The conversation begins with a correction regarding Spotify’s Swedish roots, leading into a deeper discussion on why ... more

In this episode of Into The Podverse, host Tony Doe explores the AMP Accords, a landmark white paper from the Alliance for Measurement in Podcasting that marks a turning point for the global industry. This episode breaks down the three fundamental qu... more

In this episode of Into the Podverse, host Tony Doe explores the intersection of artificial intelligence, copyright, and podcast measurement standards. We begin with a deep dive into the Suno AI data breach, which reportedly revealed plans to downloa... more

People are no longer discovering podcasts only through Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google. Increasingly, they're asking AI assistants like ChatGPT for recommendations.

In this episode of Into the Podverse, Tony Doe explores what this shift means for... more

In this episode of Into the Podverse, host Tony Doe explores the "invisible" technology that makes podcasting unique: RSS (Really Simple Syndication). While many creators focus on recording and editing, understanding the underlying infrastructure is ... more

In this episode of Into the Podverse, host Tony Doe chats with Jon Savage of the Africa Podcast Network to explore the evolution of African podcasting from a passion-driven medium into a sustainable business ecosystem. While global platforms often ov... more

In this episode of Into the Podverse, host Tony Doe explores the shifting landscape of the industry through the Alliance for Measurement in Podcasting (AMP).

We also pay tribute to the incredible ongoing legacy of Efe Odudu (FayFay), a Lagos-based a... more

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Tosin Adefeko
Building an industry through Podverse Nijah; organizer and community builder
Podverse Nijah
Episode: The AMP Accords: Redefining Podcasting, Measurement, and the Future of the Industry
Julye (Jollz)
West African podcaster and writer, known for I Said What I Said
I Said What I Said; Nigerian podcasting scene
Episode: Is Your Podcast Training AI? The Suno Leak, New IAB Standards & Jola Ayeye's YNaija Masterlist Recognition
Eldee The Don
Nigerian American artist and podcaster returning with new episode
Episode: Beyond the App: RSS and ElDee the Don's Return
Jon Savage
Founder/CEO of Africa Podcast Network (APN)
Africa Podcast Network
Episode: Monetisation, AI Innovation, and Building Sustainable Creator Ecosystems with Jon Savage
Feifei Odudu
FayFay; Nijapod Hub founder
Nijapod Hub
Episode: The Power of the Podverse: New Standards, Lasting Legacies, and Content That Gets You Hired
Tobiloba Sulaimon
Founder of Autrans
Autrans
Episode: How Autrans is Solving AI Transcription for African Languages with Tobiloba Sulaimon
Fola Folayan
Pioneer in African audio; founder involved in The Artist, Radio Masterclass, Minding Your Business Africa
Radio Masterclass; Minding Your Business Africa
Episode: The $100k Problem: Why Spotify Values "White Noise" Over Africa
Jemele Hill
Emmy-winning American sports journalist referenced for warning about scams
Media
Episode: Scam Alert: The Fake Booking Trap Targeting African Podcasters
Tolu Lokecho Ele
Podcast editor based in Lagos, Nigeria
Independent editor
Episode: Lady Toluu on Podcast Editing Career

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Tony Doe
Host of Into The Podverse: Innovation, Challenges & Opportunities In Podcasting; runs production and editorial for the show; central figure in strategy and guest selection

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Anita Opara on the Rise of African Literary Podcasting
Q: Walk me through how you choose which authors and books to feature?
She explains the criteria: the guest must be African and have a published or soon-to-be published work, with the author guiding the research process and the episode's focus.
Anita Opara on the Rise of African Literary Podcasting
Q: Tell us the origin story. What made you start the African Authors Podcast and why literature has your first beat?
Anita describes noticing a gap in Nigerian and African literature podcasting, where authors' voices and behind-the-scenes processes were underrepresented, and decided to create a platform to spotlight African authors and their stories rather than just reviews.
Damilola Oyeleke on Nigeria's Podcasting Reality: Growth, Gaps, and the Future
Q: What motivated you to launch a podcast recommendation newsletter?
To solve the common problem of discovering new shows, I wanted to create a resource where practitioners share what inspires them, helping listeners find trusted, high-quality recommendations.
Damilola Oyeleke on Nigeria's Podcasting Reality: Growth, Gaps, and the Future
Q: What differences do you see between Nigerian podcasting and the U.S. podcasting scene, based on your experiences?
In Nigeria, the industry is still finding its structure and scale, with reach and monetization being major early-stage challenges, while in the U.S. the conversations are more mature around metrics, reach, and specialized resources like Sounds Profitable.
Damilola Oyeleke on Nigeria's Podcasting Reality: Growth, Gaps, and the Future
Q: How did you first get into podcasting, and what was your first production like?
I started almost by accident when a media company needed a podcast, and I learned on the job by coordinating guests, topics, and the recording environment, which sparked a deeper interest in narrative creation and production logistics.

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Across episodes, the show centers on the evolving world of podcasting with a strong emphasis on Africa's emerging creator economy, monetization paths, distribution strategies, and the impact of platform ecosystems. Conversations frequently cover practical guidance for sustainable growth, governance and trust in creator communities, and the role of data, standards, and infrastructure in shaping discovery and revenue. A notable edge is the focus on African markets, cross-border collaboration, and the use of local initiatives (like index projects and regional ecosystems) to drive scale. The show often features founders, media executives, and regional experts who bring hands-on experience with building ecosystems, platform dynamics, and storyte... more

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