Buzzsprout Weekly

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey, Podcasters! The end of the year can be a tough stretch for podcasters! Schedules shift, and even the most consistent shows feel the strain of missed recording windows or rushed...

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey, Podcasters! One of the most common questions we hear is also one of the most important: Which microphone should I use for my podcast? The right mic can improve your sound and remove...

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey, Podcasters! The holiday season is officially here, which usually means two things: more joy and way less time to podcast. Between travel plans, family gatherings, school breaks, and...

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey, Podcasters! I talk to a lot of people who want to start a podcast. Whether it's friends, creators, or podcasters-to-be, I hear the same thing all the time: “I’ve been thinking about...

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey, Podcasters! For years, adding chapters to podcast episodes felt like extra credit. It was great if you had the time, but most of us didn’t. Now, with iOS 26.2, Apple Podcasts is...

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey Podcasters! At Buzzsprout, most of our collaboration happens through screens. Messages, calls, and pull requests keep everything moving, but once a year, we step away from our desks...

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey Podcasters! When Buzzsprout's podcast producer, Jordan Blair, started Dreamful Bedtime Stories, it was just a creative way to help her kids fall asleep. She never expected it to...

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey, Podcasters! Let’s be honest: everyone wants to know the secret to ranking higher in Apple Podcasts, but for years, no one really knew how it worked. I’ve sat through countless...

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey, Podcasters! Coming off a long weekend can throw off your rhythm! Your schedule changes, your workflow shifts, and podcasting can feel harder to fit in. With the holidays and more...

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey, Podcasters! Podcasting is full of well-intentioned advice. Some of it helps, but sometimes it's a myth. In our latest Buzzcast episode, Kevin, Jordan, and Alban unpack three common...

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey Podcasters! Have you ever had an amazing idea for a show… only to get completely stuck on the name? You brainstorm a dozen options, check Apple Podcasts, and they’re all taken. Or...

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey, Podcasters! When I launched my first podcast, I thought 1,000 downloads would unlock everything. I assumed advertisers would show up and the show would start paying for itself...

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey, Podcasters! Have you ever felt like your show just can’t pass a certain threshold, no matter how many downloads you’re getting? You're not alone! Every podcaster has been there at...

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey, Podcasters! If you’ve ever stayed up late scrubbing through waveforms, you know how podcast editing can easily go from a "quick polish” into an all-night project. But the reality is...

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey, Podcasters! Every podcast is a brand, whether you planned it that way or not. Your name, artwork, and content should all work together to show listeners exactly what your show is...

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey Podcasters! We just got back from Podcast Movement in Dallas, and it was awesome to connect with so many Buzzsprout podcasters in person! This year’s conference introduced a new...

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey Podcasters! Coming up with new episode ideas can feel easy in the beginning, but a few months in, it’s common to hit a wall. If you’ve ever sat down to record and thought, “What am I...

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey, Podcasters! This week, we’re sharing one of the easiest ways to improve your sound without new equipment: microphone technique! With a few easy mic technique tweaks, you can get...

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey, Podcasters! Let’s be honest: we all judge podcasts by their cover. In fact, 62% of new listeners are more likely to check out a podcast if they like the cover art. That means your...

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey, Podcasters! This week, we are switching things up! We're going to talk about a feature that doesn’t get nearly enough love: Dynamic Content. Let's get to it! If you’ve never used it...

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey, Podcasters! Our team is prepping for Podcast Movement next month, which has my brain in full conference mode. One of our most asked questions at conferences actually isn't about...

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey, Podcasters! Editing takes time, but what if your episode could sound polished without all the cleanup?We've added powerful new tools to Magic Mastering, saving you time while making...

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey, Podcasters! It can be hard to find a good podcast guest, and even harder to navigate all of the prep that comes with it. So today, we're taking a look at everything you need to know...

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey, Podcasters! It's been 20 years since podcasts were added to iTunes! Can you believe it? In some ways it feels like podcasting has been around forever, and in others, it feels like...

Send a question for 'Ask Megan' Hey, Podcasters! Starting a podcast is easy. Keeping it going is the hard part! In this episode, the Buzzsprout team shares 10 practical lessons learned from decades of podcasting...