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Wavve Insights: How to Build a Loyal Podcast CommunityThis is a bold headline. If you can build a loyal community you will do just fine as a podcaster. That's what it's all about, right? We've outlined 8 Ways to Build a Podcast Community in one of our recent blog posts. Some of them are incredibly obvious, and a few of them might be things you haven't considered. Either way, take a look and take another step at building your audience. Because, that's kinda what being a podcaster is all about. Bonus Wavve Insights: The Science of Podcasting, How to Captivate ListenersPodcasting is both an art and a science. While creativity and storytelling are crucial, understanding the science behind what captivates listeners can take your podcast to the next level. A recent Wavve blog post delves into the scientific principles that can help you engage your audience and keep them coming back for more.
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In Case You (Were Podcasting and) Missed It Home Is Now Where Americans Listen MostAmericans now consume most audio at home, not in cars, with at-home listening stabilizing at around 55% of total audio use, per Edison Research. Video Podcasts Still Struggle Across AppsAlthough video podcasts exist in open RSS, most podcast apps don’t fully support video playback. Only a small share of listeners actually see video when pressing play. Podcast Launches Inched Up in 2025New podcast feeds rose...
How to Stop Hating the Sound of Your Voice on a Podcast Many podcasters dislike the sound of their own voice — and that reaction is completely normal. This article explains why we hear ourselves differently than others do, and why confidence improves naturally with practice. It also offers five practical techniques to sound more natural and engaging on mic: Speak naturally, not in a “radio voice” Vary your pace to avoid sounding flat or robotic Use intentional pauses to add emphasis Change...
Who Gets to Start a Podcast — and Who Doesn’t? As we kick off 2026, it’s the perfect time to look at who’s entering podcasting — and who’s being left behind. The Creators 2025 study reveals structural gaps that appear before a mic is ever turned on.Key Insights: • Entry barriers exist: 8% of women create podcasts vs. 15% of men. • Retention isn’t the problem: Women who start are slightly more likely to continue than men (69% vs. 67%). • The gap predates video: Historically, 23% of men vs. 12%...