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Podcasting 2.0
9 episodes this week
Episode 252: Joy Robber
Mar 6, 2026
- The introduction of an AI tag raises questions about its purpose and effectiveness in podcasting.
- Listeners may not care if content is AI-generated, but transparency is crucial for trust.
- The podcasting industry fears being overshadowed by AI-generated content.
Episode 251: Pod Snuggle
Feb 27, 2026
- AI-generated content in podcasting shows immense potential.
- Traditional radio faces erosion as podcasting gains dominance.
- The average podcast listener is shifting, challenging old business models.
Episode 250: Dopaminergic
Feb 13, 2026
- Instagram locks users out without app access, frustrating many.
- The Poop Map app turns bowel movements into social competition.
- Technology's quirks and dark patterns reflect broader issues in digital life.
Episode 249: Put More Cheese On It!
Jan 30, 2026
- Podcast hosting platforms are evolving to manage bot traffic.
- TrueFans introduces features to block bots while raising funding.
- Shifting to Linux is simplifying podcast setups for some creators.
Episode 248: Thingamajigger
Jan 23, 2026
- Podcast hosting platforms are evolving to manage bot traffic effectively.
- New technologies like Omarchi and Pipewire offer streamlined podcasting solutions.
- Innovations in Linux are empowering podcasters to optimize their setups.
Episode 247: Aggy5
Jan 9, 2026
- Podcasting is gaining significance as platforms adopt new standards.
- Time and resources remain pivotal challenges for developers.
- The podcast index reflects the collaborative spirit of the community.
Episode 246: Crap Trap
Jan 2, 2026
- The podcasting industry needs to rethink how it measures engagement.
- Utilizing HLS audio could transform ad attribution and broaden metrics.
- Traditional metrics focus too heavily on downloads, limiting insights for advertisers.
Episode 245: Grow Your Show!
Dec 19, 2025
- The podcasting landscape is confronting a surge of AI-generated content labeled as 'slop.'
- Industry leaders suggest community-driven tools to filter out low-quality content.
- 2026 predictions indicate a critical point for podcast infrastructure and authenticity.