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Wavve Audio Insider #138: Video Helped the Podcasting Star
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The Pros and Cons of Video PodcastingVideo is, and has been, on the rise. In podcasting and in marketing, it's becoming an essential way to reach an audience. While video offers unique benefits, it also comes with challenges. In our latest article, Wavve explores the pros and cons of video podcasting to help you decide if it’s the right format for you. The post offers plenty of insight, but start with these as three tips when getting started.
Video Podcasting Is Growing In PopularityThis post from Forbes, Video Podcasting Growing in Popularity, pairs nicely with the Wavve blog post we mention above. If you don't want to just take our word for it, this article backs it up. One excerpt sums in up well. Last year, three out of the top five podcasts on Spotify’s Top 25 Podcasts in the U.S. featured video components. Notably, many of the top 25 podcasts, such as The Joe Rogan Experience, Call Her Daddy, and This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von, maintained active YouTube accounts, further highlighting the popularity of video podcasting. Analysis: Win Rob's Change is a giveaway done by a show on RAD Radio. Podcasters take note, whimsical promos like this can be a really good idea. The design follows the lighthearted nature of the promo. It's big and bold, but tells you right away what's at stake...buckets of change. Who doesn't want that? 📈 Can AI transform your digital marketing strategy? Here's the answer. 💲 May podcast ad spending's Top 15 spend $40 million. See who. 📢^^ YOUR AD HERE! Knock, Knock. Who's there? Spotlight. Spotlight, who? This email goes to registered creators at wavve.co or those subscribed to The Wavve Blog. Wavve helps [WORK_ROLE GOES HERE] creators grow their influence online with social video and text. |
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Using Music in Your Podcast (What You Need to Know) Music can boost your podcast’s identity and professionalism — but only when used legally and thoughtfully. When to Use Music Short intro/outro themes help branding. Background beds and transitions can add mood but increase editing time. Keep all music brief and unobtrusive. Legal Music Options Royalty-free tracks (licensed once or via subscription). Creative Commons music (many options free with attribution). Public domain works (but only if...
TV & Film Podcasts: A Massive Growth Opportunity New research shows a huge untapped space in podcasting: Big audience potential: Over half of Americans want TV/film podcasts, but only 19% listen today. They influence streaming:16% of listeners have subscribed to a streaming service after hearing about a show. Highly engaged fans: 79% recommend podcasts to others — strong word-of-mouth power. Smart TVs fuel discovery: More podcast listening now happens on smart TVs, tightening the link between...
How to Get Your Podcast Recognized Awards boost your podcast’s credibility, visibility, and authority — even a nomination can help you stand out. Why Awards Matter Build trust with listeners Improve search visibility Open doors to sponsors & press How to Prepare Refine your format and keep it consistent Improve audio quality Strengthen branding Gather reviews & mentions for social proof Submitting & Promoting Pick awards that fit your genre Announce nominations across your channels Use badges...