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Into The Podverse: Innovation, Challenges & Opportunities In Podcasting

Tony Doe
Podcasting
Africa
African Podcasting
Nigerian Podcast Index
RSS
Spotify
Artificial Intelligence
Youtube
Monetization
Nigeria
Autrans
Podcast 2.0
African Authors Podcast
RSS Feed
Podverse Niger
APVA Awards
Radio
Why Am I Still Single
South African Podcasters Guild
Pllugg

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 audio storytelling empower the next generation, and what does it take to build an engaged, loyal podcast audience today?

In this episode of Into the Podverse, host Tony Doe breaks down key trends, innovative strategies, and major development... more

In this special International Podcast Day episode of Into the Poverse, host Tony Doe breaks down findings from the 2026 Nigerian Podcast Index. The NPI now documents 604 Nigerian and diaspora podcasts, marking an 83% increase from 325 shows in 2025. ... more

I’m tired of podcasting. Not the act of making shows, but everything around it: the endless platform wars, monetisation debates, chart obsession, video demands, clip culture, SEO advice, and the constant pressure to “work harder on discoverability.” more

How do people actually find podcasts in 2026? In this episode of Into The Podverse, Tony Doe breaks down the shift from traditional apps and directories to Google, YouTube, social media, and AI search.

You’ll learn why podcast SEO is no longer just ... more

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

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Stephanie Fuccio
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Tosin Adefeko
Building an industry through Podverse Nijah; organizer and community builder
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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
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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
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Episode: The $100k Problem: Why Spotify Values "White Noise" Over Africa
Jemele Hill
Emmy-winning American sports journalist referenced for warning about scams
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Episode: Scam Alert: The Fake Booking Trap Targeting African Podcasters

Host

Tony Doe
Host of Into The Podverse, focused on innovation, challenges, and opportunities in podcasting; emphasizes creator ownership and RSS independence.

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Paulo Dias on Tech and Podcast Growth
Q: What unique opportunities do you see for podcasting in South Africa compared to other regions?
He points to language diversity, with 11 languages in South Africa, which broadens voice diversity and content opportunities, and notes that this diversity is a strength that will continue to grow the ecosystem.
Paulo Dias on Tech and Podcast Growth
Q: You've had a significant journey in the audio and radio industry. What initially sparked your interest in audio innovation?
Paulo explains that his fascination with technology and radio's proven effectiveness sparked his drive. He seeks to understand how new platforms can create unique listener experiences and then translate those insights back into radio.
James Cridland on Podcasting Future
Q: What advice would you give to aspiring podcasters or those entering the space?
Learn to multiskill and automate repetitive tasks; be a generalist who can handle content creation, technical setup, and distribution to make your workflow sustainable and creative.
James Cridland on Podcasting Future
Q: What are the notable shifts you've observed recently in podcasting?
Podcasting has overheated in the US but not everywhere; other regions are catching up, video is entering the space, and the radio ecosystem is increasingly collaborating with podcasts, leading to richer production and wider distribution.
Jonathan Warncke on the South African Podcasters Guild
Q: Why was it important for South Africa to have a podcast guild?
Because the industry had reached a tipping point with quality and content, yet there was a need to connect podcasters to audiences, media, and potential advertisers, creating formal structures and a sense of professional identity.

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The show provides a practical, Africa-focused lens on the evolving creator economy, AI-driven discovery, and RSS-independent podcasting. Across episodes, core themes include monetization in African markets, infrastructure gaps, and regional ecosystems, with frequent discussions around industry standards (AMP, IAB), discoverability strategies, and data-driven optimization of show notes, transcripts, and feeds. Guests typically bring hands-on experience from Africa's podcast scene—founders, developers, and strategists—sharing concrete paths for sustainable growth, ownership, and local-first infrastructure. The format blends technical how-tos (migration, RSS, redirects, AI tooling) with thoughtful commentary on representation, community-buildi... more

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