How to Start and Grow a Podcast
Learn everything you need to start, track, grow and monetize a podcast.
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The Best Podcast Hosting of 2026 – Compare Pricing & Features
Ready to start your own podcast? With so many hosting options out there, picking the right one can feel overwhelming. Here’s what most guides won’t tell you: the platform you choose in week one shapes everything from your audio quality to your revenue for years. Choose wrong, and you’re migrating episodes, losing subscribers, and starting…
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How to Start a Podcast in 2026 (Beginner’s Guide)
If you’ve been thinking about starting a podcast, the good news is that there’s never been a better time to begin. Creating a new podcast is a breeze – you can set up an account and upload your first episode in just minutes. In this post, we’ll walk you through each step and show you how…
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What Are the Best Podcast Microphones?
With so many microphones on the market, how do you know how to pick the best mic for your podcast? In this article we review the top podcasting mics.
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How to Recommend Other Podcasts Using Podroll
Do you host other podcasts or have favorites you’d love to recommend? With Podroll, RSS.com creators can now showcase up to six other podcasts directly from their Dashboard! It’s a great way to support and network with fellow podcasters. The shows you select will be prominently displayed on your public RSS.com website. Awesome, right? Here’s…
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Why Podcast Awards Matter: Grow Your Show and Build Credibility
We recently hosted a free webinar with Greg Wasserman, Head of Relationships for RSS.com, and Jemma Rose Brown, General Manager for The Signal Awards, exploring how podcast awards can amplify your show’s reach, attract sponsors, and position you among the industry’s most recognized voices. If you missed it, you can watch the full session below.…
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How to Add Your Podcast RSS Feed to Spotify
Spotify has 250 million listeners across more than 75 countries – it’s an essential place to add your show. Learn how to upload your podcast to Spotify here.
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Best True Crime Podcasts of 2026
True crime has fascinated people for years, but podcasting has taken it to a whole new level. One podcast that’s often credited with starting the true crime podcast trend is “Serial”, which debuted in 2014. Its unique format and investigative storytelling drew millions of listeners and helped make podcasts a mainstream medium. So, why are…
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Understanding Your Podcast Analytics
Podcast analytics can be intimidating if you don’t fully understand the meaning behind the numbers. However, grasping these insights is key to growing your listener base and attracting potential sponsors. Having a solid understanding of your analytics can help you leverage these metrics to enhance your podcast strategy. As an IAB Tech Lab-certified company, RSS.com…
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Use Podcast Analytics to Grow Followers & Make Money
Tracking your podcast analytics is a great way to see how your show is performing. Learn how your show’s analytics can help you grow your follower base and make money!
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