How to Start and Grow a Podcast
Learn everything you need to start, track, grow and monetize a podcast.
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Podcast Statistics: The Current State of Podcasting
Podcasts have turned from a niche curiosity into a global habit. An estimated 584 million people tune in to podcasts each month, with U.S. listenership exceeding 158 million – that’s over half of Americans aged 12+. Podcasting has become an audio entertainment juggernaut, valued at nearly $40 billion worldwide. Whether you’re launching your first episode…
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The Complete Podcast Directory List For 2026
Learn how to add your podcast to Apple, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, TuneIn, and more. We created this guide because we want you to get found and be heard!
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Podcast Awards 2026: Top Awards for Podcasters
Are there awards for podcasts? Absolutely – and if you’ve ever wondered how to submit for podcast awards or how to get nominated for podcast awards, you’re not alone. In fact, we have an entire post dedicated to the subject here. Whether you’re an independent creator, a branded podcast producer, a journalist, a fiction storyteller,…
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Podcast Storytelling: Turn Listeners Into Fans
In our May 2026 RSS.com training, Greg Wasserman, Head of Relationships for RSS.com, sat down with Rain Bennett, host of The Storytelling Lab, author of The Chief Storytelling Officer, keynote speaker, and filmmaker, to break down what storytelling actually means inside a podcast and how to use it to turn casual listeners into loyal fans.…
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Why Host-Read Podcast Ads Work (and How to Do Them Right)
When you need a recommendation, do you flip to a random page in the phone book? Of course not. You ask someone you trust. That’s exactly why host-read ads on podcasts are so effective. Host-read ads communicate authenticity in a way that pre-recorded sponsor messages simply can’t match. Your audience has built a relationship with…
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Free Podcast Trainings
📅 When: Thursday, June 18th 2026 at 10am PT / 1pm ET / 6pm GMT 📍 Where: YouTube Live Join RSS.com for a free, interactive webinar to help you get more from your podcast hosting account. Greg Wasserman and Joe Casabona will guide you through essential features, advanced Power Ups, monetization tools, collaboration options, and…
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How to Transcribe Your Podcast
Your website should include transcriptions of your shows, and in this post, we’re sharing how to transcribe your podcast for free
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Podcast Community Building: Turn Listeners Into Loyal Advocates
Your podcast may start with downloads. But long-term growth comes from community. The podcasts that build lasting impact don’t just attract listeners — they create spaces where people participate, connect, share ideas, and become advocates for the show. Build a Podcast Community People Want to Be Part Of Join RSS.com’s Head of Relationships, Greg Wasserman,…
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How Do RSS Feeds Work?
Your favorite website or podcast creates an RSS feed that maintains a list of fresh content. Learn how to check this list or use a feed reader to check here.
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