April 12, 2025

The Spotify Dilemma: Understanding Its Impact on Your Podcast Stats

The Spotify Dilemma: Understanding Its Impact on Your Podcast Stats

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In today's episode, we explore various intriguing topics that resonate closely with the podcasting community. From the challenges of seasonal allergies affecting podcasters to the heated discussions about Spotify's handling of podcasting statistics and whether it's impacting download numbers, we cover it all. We also tackle the age-old debate of repurposing old episodes and when it might be beneficial for your show. Plus, the episode wouldn't be complete without a touch of humor, with discussions about pineapple on pizza and the ever-profound question, "Is a hot dog a sandwich?"

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Brian's Article on Spotify
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00:00 - Introduction and Greetings

00:44 - Allergy Season Woes

01:48 - Podcast Branding and Sponsorships

01:51 - Podcast Branding.co

03:04 - Based on a True Story Podcast

03:57 - Spotify's Video and Audio Controversy

07:58 - The Debate on Open RSS vs. Walled Gardens

25:36 - Repurposing Podcast Content

43:30 - Engagement and Listener Feedback

48:01 - Tracking Podcast Metrics

48:43 - The Big Picture: Beyond Downloads

49:33 - Fun Discussions: Hot Dogs and Pineapple on Pizza

50:25 - Podcasting for Fun vs. Profit

56:37 - Comparing Yourself to Others

01:06:08 - The Value of Repetition and Practice

01:07:00 - THANK YOU AWESOME SUPPORTERS

01:07:32 - Join the School of Podcasting

01:08:02 - Try Podpage - 14 Day Free Trial

01:08:18 - Ecamm Livestream

01:08:27 - Home Gadget Geeks

01:10:47 - Cooler Websites For Domains

01:22:10 - Podcasting Equipment and Reviews

01:27:21 - Upcoming Content and Final Thoughts