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Podnews Weekly Review

James Cridland and Sam Sethi
Spotify
Podcasting 2.0
Podcasting
Podcast Growth
Brand Safety
Monetization Models
Podcast Advertising
Youtube
Acast
AI In Podcasting
Consolidation In Podcasting
Audience Engagement
Apple Podcasts
Apple
Good Pods
Fader
Political Podcasting
Diversity In Monetization
Music In Podcasts
Marketing

The last word in podcasting news.Every Friday, James Cridland and Sam Sethi review the week's top stories from Podnews; and interview some of the biggest names making the news from across the podcast industry.

Winner, "Best Podcasting Podcast", 2025 Ear Worthy Awards

Support the show at weekly.podnews.net - or hit the boost button! Sponsored by Buzzsprout: start podcasting - keep podcastin... more

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Greg Glende
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George Lechneen
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Brad Mielke
Host and managing editor of ABC's daily podcast Start Here
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Kendall Brightman
Community Lead at Riverside
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Hosts

James Cridland
Editor of Podnews
Sam Sethi
CEO of Truefans

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 56 ratings
  • This show ruined itself

    This show started out great, and unfortunately raced right to the bottom.

    Based on a transcript, this podcast sells cohost slots to turn episodes into advertisements. Without disclosing that upfront. Not ethical for a newscast.

    Wow. What did fiction podcasts do to Cridland? Whatever it is, it has ruined his objectivity. His grudges have slipped out of his control.

    Unfortunately, if I want to know what’s actually going on in podcasting I need to look it up elsewhere … Cridland and Sethi are... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    ~ Violet ~
    United States7 months ago
  • Oops … show hit a bump

    Wow. What did fiction podcasts do to Cridland? Whatever it is, it has ruined his objectivity. His grudges have slipped out of his control.

    Unfortunately, if I want to know what’s actually going on in podcasting I need to look it up myself … Cridland and Sethi aren’t explaining things well enough.

    Maybe they’ll get it together. This could be really good.

    Former review: This show is one of the best about podcasting news and tech. Sometimes they take an odd stance on something. Don’t always ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    ~ Violet ~
    United Statesa year ago
  • One of the better PAPs

    This show is one of the best about podcasting news and tech. Sometimes they take an odd stance on something. Don’t always reveal their own conflicts. Seem to have some weird grudges. And seem to be highly self-promoting. But some of the things that make the daily show less trustworthy and useful are smoothed out a bit in this longer format. They do know the industry, and that does show.

    I wish there was more diversity in perspectives at this level of coverage and monetization. I wish that was ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    ~ Violet ~
    United Statesa year ago
  • Insightful, concise and witty

    I decided as a long term podcaster I must become more professional about my industry and learn. So I did a tour of podcast 'industry' podcasts and this was far and away, I mean by a country mile the finest. It is insightful but also a joy to listen to. Sam and James get on really well, and it is not over verbose. I mean there was another one which shall remain nameless (but is in fact Libsyn) where I wanted to eat my own liver. I heartily recommend it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shedcaster
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Top resource for anyone involved in pod casting

    James and Sam do an amazing job of pulling back the veil on the entire podcasting industry.

    100% recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    App Rover
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the insightful and engaging discussions about podcasting trends and industry news.
The hosts are praised for their chemistry and ability to break down complex topics in an easy-to-understand manner.
Some concerns have been raised regarding objectivity and promotional content, suggesting a need for improved transparency.
Overall, many view it as an essential resource for anyone involved in podcasting.

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Q: What makes Pod Analyst different from other analytics platforms?
Pod Analyst emphasizes merging data from Apple and Spotify to provide a comprehensive view of listener retention rather than just downloads.
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Q: How has audience growth changed since 2018?
We've never really seen a real dip in listenership, which indicates we're doing something right.
How A Daily News Podcast Hit 2,000 Episodes And What Recap Season Really Means For Podcasters
Q: How do you keep fresh every single day?
It really is just about trying to keep the listener in mind and focusing on the most interesting news of the day.
Apple Adds AI Chapters And Timed Links; and an interview with DAX US
Q: Brian, why is audio broken today?
The disconnect lies in measurement and recognition of audio's value on media plans, making it easy for audio to be cut from budgets.
What's the deal with Inception Point AI? Plus, Ireland, and AudioAlways
Q: How do you plan to meet the needs of advertisers concerning AI in podcasting?
We follow guidelines for AI transparency and include disclosures in all our content, adapting as the industry evolves.

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Focusing on the latest developments within the podcasting industry, insights abound regarding news stories and trends that shape the landscape of audio content. Topics frequently include advancements in podcast hosting, analytics, and the implications of new technologies like AI. The hosts engage with industry experts and leaders through interviews that shed light on essential aspects of the podcasting world, offering listeners who are involved in or aspirational about podcasting a comprehensive understanding of both current events and future trends. Notably, the combination of news analysis and guest insights sets this podcast apart, making it a go-to resource for professionals in the podcasting field.

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Podnews Weekly Review launched 5 years ago and published 271 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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7. George Lechneen
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