Snarky Podcast News

Snarky Podcast News

Author: Rob Greenlee September 7, 2023 Duration: 0:00

Todd and Rob talk about our favorite topic, RSS, in podcasting and go over the latest Podcast News, and somehow, the show ends up being one of the most snarky episodes we have created in some time. Sorry, some of these latest news reports are beyond obvious, and I hope no one is paying good money to learn some of the things we talk about today.

We kick off joking about Rob hosting solo last week and Todd returning from a break. The conversation then turns to key takeaways from the recent Podcast Movement conference, including Blubrry picking up substantial new network business leads.

Transitioning to podcasting news, they critique a recent Nielsen report on podcast listening growth. The discussion moves to advertising trends, with Todd sharing that multiple companies privately confessed business was flat over the last quarter, contrasting the publicly optimistic outlook.

Additional topics include platforms like Spotify overpaying for episodes, competing for exclusivity, and trying to expand into podcasting with minimal growth, diminishing podcast publishing numbers, companies struggling to meet payments owed to podcasters, and more M&A activity shaking up the industry.

Throughout the episode, Todd and Rob take an honest, straightforward perspective, business challenges, and changes in the podcasting landscape. They emphasize the importance of maintaining control and the value of open RSS standards.

Please take 60 seconds and fill out the listener survey from this link.  Donate to the show and Support this podcast.

Get a Sticker: Send us your show sticker, and we will send you a New Media Show Sticker. Get on our sticker board for the show.

New Media Productions
365 N Willowbrook Rd
Suite: C
Coldwater, Mi, 49036

The post Snarky Podcast News first appeared on New Media Show.


Hosted by veteran voice Rob Greenlee, New Media Show (Video) offers a grounded, weekly conversation about the realities of building an audience and a business in today's digital landscape. Each episode features a different guest co-host, bringing fresh perspectives from the trenches of content creation, marketing, and entrepreneurship. The discussions move beyond theory, focusing on practical strategies and the evolving tools that shape how we connect and communicate. You'll hear honest reflections on what works, what doesn't, and where the opportunities lie in the constantly shifting worlds of podcasting and online video. This isn't about hype; it's a clear-eyed look at the craft and commerce of new media, informed by Rob's long history in the space and the direct experiences of his weekly collaborators. Tune in for a straightforward exchange of ideas that feels more like a focused workshop than a broadcast, designed for anyone serious about understanding and navigating the business side of digital content.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

New Media Show (Video)
Podcast Episodes
Google’s Missteps and the Impact on Podcasters #584 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 0:00
In this episode of the new media show, hosts Todd Cochrane and Rob Greenlee discuss a range of topics related to the podcasting industry, including their experiences at Podcast Movement Evolutions, the Google Podcast shu…
Introducing Vid2Pod and RedCircle’s new Host Read Ad Offering #583 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 0:00
In this podcast episode, hosts Todd Cochrane and Rob Greenlee discuss the latest in podcasting news, innovations, and industry insights, featuring a discussion on Todd’s Vid2Pod service and an interview with Mike Kadin f…
The Evolving Landscape of Podcast Consumption #582 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 0:00
In this episode of the new media show, hosts Todd Cochrane and Rob Greenlee discuss a range of topics related to podcasting, leveraging their extensive experience in the industry. They start by experimenting with streami…
Exploring Rumble’s New RSS Feed Capability #581 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 0:00
In this podcast episode, co-hosts Todd Cochrane and Rob Greenlee discuss various topics relevant to the podcasting industry. The episode begins with Todd and Rob addressing a copyright issue they encountered with using a…
The Shift from Mainstream Media to Podcasting #580 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 0:00
This episode of “The New Media Show,” hosted by Todd Cochrane and Rob Greenlee, delves into the shifting media consumption landscape from mainstream sources to podcasting. The conversation begins with the hosts discussin…
Unpacking the Modern Podcast Landscape #579 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 0:00
In this episode, Todd and Rob explore various topics related to the current situation and the future of podcasting. The episode starts with the hosts acknowledging the different livestream times. It then quickly moves in…
Podcast Hall of Fame Insights #578 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 0:00
In this podcast episode, hosts Todd Cochrane and Rob Greenlee engage in a conversation revolving around several critical topics in the podcast industry. Starting, Todd addresses his return to show’s return. They transiti…
Future of Podcast Revenue: Beyond Advertising #577 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 0:00
In this episode, host Rob Greenlee is joined by guest Mark Asquith. The duo discusses various forward-looking aspects of podcasting, notably the future of revenue generation beyond traditional advertising. The episode st…
New Audio + Video Consumption of Podcasts | Tom Webster #576 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 0:00
Join Rob Greenlee and Tom Webster from Sounds Profitable in a riveting Live New Media Show episode as they delve into the evolving podcast landscape, where video podcast consumers merge with traditional audio enthusiasts…
Podfest – CES 2024 – Podcast Hall of Fame #574 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 0:00
Rob and Todd discuss in detail some of the behind the scenes for the Podcast Hall of Fame, Todd’s report on CES 2024 and some of the products he says and of course, our upcoming attendance of Podfest in Orlando Hall of F…