Podcast News, the Future of Podcast Apps and more!

It's Wednesday, so that means we dig into all the news that affects us as content creators. We explore everything from the latest apps to handling negative feedback.  Plus, we dive into the innovative potential of podcasting beyond the audio/video experience, sparked by an ice-breaker question: "If your podcast had a dedicated app, what unique feature would you include?" The diverse and creative responses from our guests and audience, ranging from building in-app social networks to incorporating real-time, two-way audio for listener interaction, highlight the evolving landscape of podcasting. This discussion not only showcases the community's desires for more engaging content but also explores how these features could transform audience experiences and strengthen the podcasting community.  Episode Highlights: [4:40] Ice-breaker: if your podcast had its own dedicated app, what's a feature you'd make sure to include with it? [12:42] Podcasting trends and data, including Joe Rogan's move to megaphone. [25:24] Using SpeakPipe for podcast Q&A. [36:48] Buzzsprout's new mobile app for podcasters. [47:50] PodcastAddict received negative feedback and tweeted about it; Responding to customer feedback privately and publicly. [50:16] Responding to negative comments on social media. [52:46] Handling negative comments from a PR and customer experience perspective. [59:30] Navigating controversy in content creation. Links & Resources:  Let’s Blow this Up with Jason Cercone: https://www.bombtrackmedia.com/letsblowthisup  Speakpipe: https://www.speakpipe.com/ Fanlist: https://www.fanlist.com/ Buzzsprout iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/buzzsprout/id6459145367  PodcastAddict’s Negative Review: https://twitter.com/PodcastAddict/status/1763349129743434227 The Brian Colletto Show: https://www.youtube.com/@briancolletto518  PodNews: https://podnews.net  We want your input! https://www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredpodcasting/posts/601048292228843/  Remember to rate, follow, share, and review our podcast. Your support helps us grow and continue to bring valuable content to our community. Join us LIVE every weekday morning at 7am ET (US) on ⁠Clubhouse⁠: ⁠https://www.clubhouse.com/house/empowered-podcasting-e6nlrk0w (Coming soon to LinkedIn Live...)  Brought to you by ⁠iRonickMedia.com⁠ and ⁠NextGenPodcaster.com⁠ Please note that some links may be affiliate links, which support the hosts of the PMC. Thank you!