From Troubleshooting ThinkBot to Choosing the Perfect Android Podcast App

Send us feedback/questions via TextEver wondered what's lurking in your podcast stats? This week, we tackle a mysterious surge in ThinkBot downloads that has creators scratching their heads. When this web crawler suddenly outpaces even Apple Podcasts in your analytics, it's time to investigate—and we'll walk you through exactly what to do when bots inflate your numbers.For Android users struggling to find their perfect podcast companion, we compare the top apps with Pocket Casts emerging as our favorite for its seamless cross-device synchronization. Whether you're listening on your phone, tablet, or desktop, we explain how to create the most satisfying listening experience without getting lost between devices.Sponsors:PodcastBranding.co - They see you before they hear youBasedonastruestorypodcast.com - Comparing Hollywood with History?Video VersionMentioned In This EpisodeSchool of Podcastinghttps://www.schoolofpodcasting.com/joinPodpagehttp://www.trypodpage.comHome Gadget Geekshttps://www.homegadgegeeks.comEmpowered Podcast Conferencehttps://www.empoweredpodcasting.com/Keep the Flame Alive https://www.flamealivepod.comBlubrry Hostinghttps://supportthisshow.com/blubrryCaptivate Hostinghttps://supportthisshow.com/captivateBuzzsprouthttps://supportthisshow.com/buzzsproutPodhome Hostinghttps://www.podhome.fm/Context Rot Articlehttps://aigoestocollege.substack.com/p/context-rot-from-notebooklmAI Goes to Collegehttps://www.aigoestocollege.comFeatured Supporter of the Week Glenn HebertCheck out Glenn's Horse Radio Network: Free Podcasts for Every Horse Enthusiasthttps://www.horseradionetwork.com/ Start a Podcast In Six Weeks Weekly classes. Come learn how to start your show (designed for people who have not launched). Grow Your PodcastAvailable to members of the School of Podcasting. Weekly meetings to grow your downloads, reach, and influence. Join today.PodMatchPodMatch Automatically Matches Ideal Podcast Guests and Hosts For InterviewsSupport the showBE AWESOME!Thanks for listening to the show. Help the show continue to exist and get a shout-out on the show by becoming an awesome supporter by going to askthepodcastcoach.com/awesome want a one time donation? Buy Dave a Coffee.