Podcast platforms are changing what gets seen and what gets shared, and if your show is still built for how podcasting *used* to work, it’ll get skipped, buried, or replaced.
That’s why I brought together five industry experts to break down what’s actually shifting inside podcasting right now, and why creators who adapt early have a real advantage. Because this next era won’t reward the biggest shows. It’ll reward the ones built for how listeners behave today, which is great news for independent hosts with something meaningful to say. So if you want to stay visible as podcasting enters its next era, hit play and let’s dive in.
1:04 – Why Podcasting Doesn’t Work the Way It Used To
7:42 – Why “Word of Mouth” Isn’t How New Listeners Find Shows Anymore
15:36 – Why Big Download Numbers Matter Less Than Listener Attention
24:18 – How AI Content Puts Listener Trust (and Creators) at Risk
33:51 – Why More Podcasters Are Moving Away From Ad Revenue
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