Podcast
Buzzcast
Hosted by Buzzsprout · EN
Buzzcast helps podcasters stay informed, inspired, and excited to keep podcasting.
Each week, Jordan, Kevin, and Alban break down the podcasting news, trends, tools, and creator debates that actually matter. We share what we’re seeing at Buzzsprout, what we’re testing ourselves, and what podcasters should pay attention to without chasing every new thing.
The goal is to help you keep podcasting without burning out. Expect honest opinions, practical takeaways, occasional rabbit trails, and a reminder that podcasting should be fun!
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How to Script a Podcast Without Sounding Scripted
1w ago00:55:42Summary readySend us Fan MailWe’re diving into how to script a podcast without ever sounding scripted so you can get the clarity and structure of a written plan while still keeping your natural voice!We break down the difference between scripts and outlines, which parts of an episode are actually worth writing word-for-word, how to prep guests without over-rehearsing them, and why reading your script out loud is one of the best ways to spot stiff language and tighten your message so you get to the point faster.Contact BuzzcastSend us Fan MailTweet us at @buzzcastpodcast, @albanbrooke, @kfinn, and @JordanPodsThanks for listening and Keep Podcasting!
SummaryThe Secret To Reaching 800 Episodes: Fix Whatever Causes Burnout
2w ago00:14:10Summary readySend us Fan MailWhat does it take to publish 800 podcast episodes without burning out? Turns out, it's treating your podcast like a media supply chain. We’re talking about the biggest lessons from Buzzsprout podcaster Tom Raftery’s fine-tuned podcast workflow built through years of consistent publishing. In his blog, he explains why consistency comes from removing friction, how a foolproof pre-recording process can protect your time and energy, and why the right tools and responsive customer support matter most when something goes wrong.Read Tom's blogContact BuzzcastSend us Fan MailTweet us at @buzzcastpodcast, @albanbrooke, @kfinn, and @JordanPodsThanks for listening and Keep Podcasting!
SummaryAre These 5 Podcast Choices Costing You Listeners? with Courtney Elmer
3w ago01:06:07Summary readySend us Fan MailA great podcast can still get ignored if the packaging doesn’t convince anyone to press play!Courtney Elmer, founder and CEO of PodLaunch and host of Insider Secrets to a Top 100 Podcast, joins us to put Buzzcast through a live audit of the five Podcast Content Gatekeepers: cover art, podcast name, podcast description, episode titles, and show notes. Score your own podcast along with us, while she helps Buzzcast figure out where it may be losing potential listeners, and why small changes can make a bigger difference than chasing the latest podcast growth tactic.Links mentioned:PodLaunchInsider Secrets to a Top 100 PodcastBingeworthy Episode Title Cheat SheetPodcast Health Score™ waitlist (Post show) Check out Courtney's AirBnB!Contact BuzzcastSend us Fan MailTweet us at @buzzcastpodcast, @albanbrooke, @kfinn, and @JordanPodsThanks for listening and Keep Podcasting!
SummaryWhy We Took Our Show Off Spotify And What Brought Us Back
4w ago00:18:37Summary readySend us Fan MailWe're explaining why we originally pulled the podcast from Spotify, what changed, and why Spotify’s role in video podcasting finally brought us back. We also discuss our lingering concerns about open podcasting, targeted advertising, and what we’ve learned from working directly with Spotify’s podcast team.Contact BuzzcastSend us Fan MailTweet us at @buzzcastpodcast, @albanbrooke, @kfinn, and @JordanPodsThanks for listening and Keep Podcasting!
SummaryManaging Listener Feedback And Criticism
Jul 300:52:22Summary readySend us Fan MailWe're talking through creating a healthy feedback filter so you can tell the difference between criticism that helps, confusion that needs clarification, and negativity that deserves to be ignored! We discuss where podcasters are likely to get feedback, why public comments can feel so much heavier than private messages, and how to stop one bad review from drowning out all the people who are cheering you on.Links mentioned in this episode:Beach Too Sandy, Water Too WetThis American Life: Everyone's a CriticHappy to Help: Using Psychology to Thrive in Customer Support with Melody Wilding Buzzcast: 8 Tips To Make Podcasting more Fun And Less Like A ChoreBuzzcast: How To Get Listeners To Actually Do What You AskBuzzcast: Creative Ways To Use Voicemail In Your PodcastContact BuzzcastSend us Fan MailTweet us at @buzzcastpodcast, @albanbrooke, @kfinn, and @JordanPodsThanks for listening and Keep Podcasting!
SummaryIs Video Podcasting Hard? What We Learned After One Month
Jun 2600:21:09Summary readySend us Fan MailAfter a month of publishing Buzzcast as a video podcast, we have some real stats, workflow notes, and one very painful mistake to talk about.In this episode, we check in on our video podcasting experiment: how many people are actually watching, what Apple Podcasts video stats seem to tell us, and what surprised us most.We talk through what happened when a full video recording failed, why editing video is so much harder than audio, how difficult video files are to transfer, and why an audio setup is much easier than a video setup.Contact BuzzcastSend us Fan MailTweet us at @buzzcastpodcast, @albanbrooke, @kfinn, and @JordanPodsThanks for listening and Keep Podcasting!
SummaryHow to Find the Right Podcast Co-Host
Jun 1901:13:10Summary readySend us Fan MailFinding a podcast co-host can make your show more fun, sustainable, and dynamic! But picking the wrong person can also make podcasting way harder than it needs to be.In this episode, we talk through where to actually find a good co-host, why a “anyone want to start a podcast?” post is probably not the strongest strategy, and what to look for before you commit to recording together.We also discuss how to test a potential co-host before making things official, why recurring guests or people in your life can become great co-hosts, and why writing down a few simple expectations early can save you from a lot of awkward conversations later.Contact BuzzcastSend us Fan MailTweet us at @buzzcastpodcast, @albanbrooke, @kfinn, and @JordanPodsThanks for listening and Keep Podcasting!
SummaryApple Is Giving Listeners More Ways To Discover Your Show
Jun 1200:16:39Summary readySend us Fan MailWWDC26 dropped a set of Apple Podcasts changes that could seriously improve how people discover and consume podcasts! We're talking about the few updates podcasters should know about.And if you have a story about how you found a cohost, or advice from your experience with a cohost, let us know by sending Fan Mail!Contact BuzzcastSend us Fan MailTweet us at @buzzcastpodcast, @albanbrooke, @kfinn, and @JordanPodsThanks for listening and Keep Podcasting!
SummaryIs It Time For You To Start Another Podcast?
Jun 500:53:56Summary readySend us Fan MailWe're talking about the signs you might be ready to start another podcast, whether that means launching a second show, creating a limited series, or letting your current podcast evolve into something new.Check out examples like Potterless, The History of Rome, StartUp, and Presidential to see why some shows naturally reach a finish line while others become the starting point for the next big idea. So if you feel burned out: are you tired, trapped, or finished?If you’re tired, your show may still be worth continuing, but at a slower pace or after a real break. If you’re trapped, the topic, name, or format may be too limiting, and a few small experiments could help you find the spark again. And if you’re finished, it might be time to let the show stand as a completed body of work and put your energy into what comes next!We also talk about how the skills you build as a podcaster carry over into every future project, even if your next podcast serves a completely different audience.Plus, Jordan shares a tiny QR code podcast promotion idea involving Sasquatch, mini resin figures, and a very unexpected dentist’s office ad.Contact BuzzcastSend us Fan MailTweet us at @buzzcastpodcast, @albanbrooke, @kfinn, and @JordanPodsThanks for listening and Keep Podcasting!
SummaryJust Because It's Audio Doesn't Make It A Podcast
May 2900:19:16Summary readySend us Fan MailIn this quickcast, we’re talking about the rise of AI-generated “podcasts” from companies like Amazon and Spotify, and why the word is getting stretched pretty thin.Amazon is turning product reviews into conversational audio. Spotify is experimenting with personalized AI audio experiences. And suddenly, a lot of things that feel more like chatbots, summaries, or audio briefings are being labeled as podcasts.So should podcasters be worried? We don't think so.Links mentioned:Amazon shopping podcastsSpotify Studio's AI Agent Alexa's generated podcastsContact BuzzcastSend us Fan MailTweet us at @buzzcastpodcast, @albanbrooke, @kfinn, and @JordanPodsThanks for listening and Keep Podcasting!
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