About this episode

The episode discusses the future of podcast creation and the impact of new tools and audience behavior on independent podcasters.

Podcasting keeps changing, and creators are constantly deciding which tools, platforms, and formats are worth their time. In this episode, the morning show cast and crew discuss the future of podcast creation, including Riverside and other AI-powered production tools, all-in-one workflows, video, newsletters, audience behavior, and why listeners often follow creators instead of platforms. The conversation looks at what these changes mean for independent podcasters without losing sight of what keeps people coming back. Here's the thing: new technology, including platforms like Riverside, can make creating easier, but strong relationships with your audience still matter most. Episode Highlights: [05:50] Podcast Stats and the Summer Slump [13:59] Midyear Money Checkup [20:09] News Bites: Mel Robbins Goes Audio-First [21:57] The Audio vs. Video Editing Debate [27:18] Why Audio Still Comes First [31:23] Car Brands, Radio, and Listening Habits [34:32] CarPlay, Radio, and Earbuds [39:23] Tech Updates: Substack and Captivate [48:15] The Risks of All-in-One Platforms [53:30] Why Fans Follow Creators Links & Resources: Mid-Year Money Check by Ralph Estep…

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