The Evolution of Podcasting: Milestones and Big PredictionsPodcasts have taken center state during the 2024 presidential election. It's just another highlight in an up and down history of the podcast industry and shouldn't be too big of a surprise given the large reach that popular podcasts have. In a recent Wavve post, we examined key milestones during podcasting's relatively short lifespan. We also have a few thoughts on where we think podcasting is headed, political campaigning aside. Our predictions may not all pan out, but speculation is good if you want to find continued success in the industry. It's All in the NumbersKeeping up on the current state of podcasting is a great way to have an informed opinion on where the industry is headed. EMarketer took a deep dive into podcasting stats this summer, and it's still a relevant read. A Question for YouWe're working on new features to make Wavve even better for podcasters and creators. Please answer the question below to help us out.
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