Google is making a push into audio podcasting with the addition of podcasts to YouTube Music soon. This move increases the variety of content available on YouTube and could persuade listeners to switch from other platforms, such as Apple Podcasts or Spotify, where audio shows are more prevalent.
YouTube is committed to making podcasts more discoverable and accessible and this new feature will make them available in all the places users want to listen.
I Dion Fears the Power of Background Listening
Background listening is a great way to jump into a show without having to worry about being interrupted. The free service will be ad-supported, but that doesn’t mean I have to fear it. I can use the service while my phone is locked so that no matter what, I’ll never miss a beat. Plus, with background listening, I can catch up on my favorite shows without ever having to leave my comfortable spot!
With this new update, YouTube users can create custom radio stations tailored specifically to their favorite content. This means that they can enjoy music based on the videos they watch, rather than having to listen to the same channels over and over again. This is a great way for people to explore different music genres and find new favorites.
YouTube is looking at ways to support RSS.
Initially, we’ll use RSS to bring shows into podcasting.
(Paraphrasing Steve McLendon, Podcasting Product Lead at Google.)
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According to YouTube, RSS “helps people discover new content from websites and blogs they are interested in.” In light of this, the video site is looking at ways to support RSS. One possibility is integrating RSS
RSS, or Really Simple Syndication, is a way to share and categories your content. Once you have created an RSS feed for your website or podcast, you can syndicate it to iTunes and other podcasting platforms. This will allow listeners to find
“When it comes to creating a successful podcast, taking the time to set up an interesting and engaging show format is key.” Steve McLendon from Google Podcasting says this. “By focusing on high quality content, promoting your show on various social media platforms and making sure your
I’m excited for the Hot Pod Summit in NYC this month! This is a great opportunity to learn from some of the best podcasters out there andchin up on some valuable advice.
Although YouTube has been known for its music streaming services, it is now looking to get into the podcast arena. Reports from the company’s event suggest that it wants to merge the experience of listening to podcasts on video and audio, which could make it a more attractive choice for podcasters. Additionally, YouTube isn’t particularly interested in signing exclusive deals with podcasters like Spotify has done in the past – instead, it wants to work with them to meld the experiences of both services. This could mean that more people will be able to access podcasts on YouTube and help them grow in popularity.
creator YouTube announced in a blog post that starting this year, users will be able to upload podcasts directly to the platform. This will make it easier for creators to keep their content on the platform, and allow users access to premium content without having to leave YouTube.
The breakdown of subscribers among the top music streaming services indicates that YouTube Music and YouTube Premium are continuing to grow in popularity, while Spotify continues to be the dominant service. While there is still room for improvement for YouTube Music and YouTube Premium, their subscriber base is already considerable and seems to be only growing. This suggests that there may be a larger market for music streaming services dedicated to providing quality content over simply offering a large selection of songs.
