Podcast FAQ

national podcast day 2021

by Prof. Vita Bosco Published 2 years ago Updated 1 year ago
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September 30th

What are the top 25 podcasts?

Podcasts Top 100. - August 22nd, 2021. Wks On Chart Peak. Crime Junkie audiochuck | Ashley Flowers. 113 1. Dateline NBC NBC News. 21 2. The Bobby Bones Show iHeartRadio. 104 3.

What are the best podcasts to listen to?

The Best New Podcasts to Listen to in 2022

  • WeCrashed: The Rise and Fall of WeWork. ...
  • Black Girl Songbook Season 2. ...
  • The Dropout. ...
  • Backstage Pass With Eric Vetro. ...
  • When Diana Met... ...
  • The Roxane Gay Show. ...
  • Conviction: The Disappearance of Nuseiba Hasan. ...
  • Dissect Season 9: Mac Miller’s Swimming and Circles. ...
  • The Big Hit Show. ...
  • A Slight Change of Plans Season 3. ...

Who has the best podcast?

Podcasts are a unique form of entertainment that allows you to listen to other people talk about your favorite topic while being able to take care of other duties like homework. Here are 10 of the best podcasts that have been making ratings rise. 1. Wine and Weed. You can tell by its name what this podcast pretty much involves.

What are the most downloaded podcasts?

The Top 10 Most Popular Podcasts:

  1. THE JOE ROGAN EXPERIENCE Hosted by Joe Rogan
  2. TED TALKS DAILY Hosted by Elise Hu
  3. THE DAILY Hosted by Michael Barbaro
  4. THE MICHELLE OBAMA PODCAST Hosted by Michelle Obama
  5. CALL HER DADDY Hosted by Alexandra Cooper
  6. CRIME JUNKIE Hosted by Ashley Flowers & Brit Prawat
  7. STUFF YOU SHOULD KNOW Hosted by Charles Bryant & Josh Clark

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Is there a national podcast day?

International Podcast Day™ is September 30th and is an international celebration of the power of podcasts! The celebration is a great opportunity to connect with fellow podcasters, podcast listeners, podcast enthusiasts, and leaders in the podcasting industry.

What day is national podcast day?

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Why are podcasts so popular in 2021?

As the world becomes busier, the podcast format has become incredibly popular. Audio content allows the listener to multitask. A recent study showed that while 49% of podcast listening happens at home, 22% happens while driving, 11% at work, and 8% while exercising.

Who created international podcast day?

Steve LeeThis unofficial holiday was created by Steve Lee of Modern Life Network, in 2014. Originally, the day was known as National Podcast Day and its first observance was commemorated with a 6-hour-long broadcast.

Who has the first podcast?

2004. Adam Curry and Dave Winer are credited with the invention of podcasting. Who exactly did what is up for dispute, but in the end these are the two guys who got it rolling. The term podcasting was mentioned by Ben Hammersley in The Guardian newspaper article.

What is podcast used for?

A podcast is a collection or series of digital audio files that are made available for downloading or listening via the Internet. Each individual audio recording is known as a podcast episode. Podcasts are typically hosted by an individual or individuals who lead a conversation, share stories, or report the news.

Do podcasts make money?

Sponsorships are the most common way podcasters make money. This is when the podcast promotes the sponsor during the show. You probably hear your favorite shows plug their advertisers a few times in every episode. How much you earn from a sponsor depends on the number of downloads your episodes earn.

How many podcasts are there 2021?

In 2021, there are 850,000 active podcasts, with over 48 million total episodes. These numbers are both as of late 2019.

Why are podcasts called podcasts?

Etymology. "Podcast" is a portmanteau of "iPod" and "broadcast". The earliest use of "podcasting" was traced to The Guardian columnist and BBC journalist Ben Hammersley, who coined it in early February 2004 while writing an article for The Guardian newspaper.

When is International Podcast Day 2021?

International Podcast Day is held on September 30th every year and you can see everything that is going on during the event on the official website.

How to get involved with International Podcast Day 2021

The International Podcast Day organisers encourages podcast fans to get involved with the celebration by sharing the hashtag #InternationalPodcastDay to engage with others worldwide.

1. Re-listen To Your Favorites

Do you need another reason to binge-listen your favorite podcasts? Let International Podcast Day be that reason! Download your top picks and enjoy listening to them all over again this International Podcast Day! Because what could be a better way to show your appreciation for podcasts than by listening to your absolute fav for the third (fifth!!) time?.

2. Rate and Review

Never left a rating or review for your favorite podcast hosts and their shows? Now’s the time! As you’re re-listening, take a moment or two to send some five-start ratings. This can help other podcast enthusiasts discover these amazing shows.

3. Go the Extra Mile

Ratings and reviews are an amazing thing to give to your favorite hosts, but how about going the extra mile this International Podcast Day? Why not send an email to your favorite host? Let them know how much you enjoy their show, and that you appreciate all the hard work they’ve put into creating something so amazing.

4. Share Recommendations on Social Media

Another super simple way celebrate podcasting is simply to let your circle know about some of your favorite podcasts. Create posts, Reels, Insta stories, TikToks, or tweets and spread the word about those amazing shows you just can’t get enough of!

5. Share Using the Hashtag

And while you’re sharing your podcasts, don’t forget to use #InternationalPodcastDay! That way, all your cool posts will add to the celebrations and you’ll get your recommendations and any other celebratory pics seen by others who are taking part.

6. Follow The Hashtag

And so that you don’t miss out on any fun, make sure you’re following the hashtag too! That way, if your favorite host is throwing a special event, recording a special episode for International Podcast Day, or any fun giveaways are taking place, you’ll be in the know!

7. Support Your Favorites

Do your favorite podcast hosts have Patreon options? You could consider becoming one of their Patreon supporters this International Podcast Day! You could also simply give a donation towards the costs of running their show.

Find a new podcast

With apps like Pocket Cast (for Android) and Downcast (for iOS), it's never been easier to find an interesting podcast. Browse by category, or by popularity, and you're bound to find at least a dozen that you'll have a hard time turning off.

Create your own

You can create your very own podcast, and you've likely already got the tools you need to get started. Between your mobile phone and your computer, you've likely got a microphone, and some app like Garageband or Audacity. Recording the podcast is the easy part — the real challenge comes when you're trying to pick a topic worth listening to!

Donate to your favorite producer

Many of the most popular podcasts survive on minimal ad revenue, and donations "from viewers like you." As much as even hearing those words can put one to sleep, they're there for a reason! Consider throwing a few dollars toward your favorite podcasts so that they can keep on broadcasting.

Get your kicks for cheap

If you're into podcasts, here's some good news: they're almost always free, or really cheap. You'll have to put up with an ad or two throughout your programming, but they're not long and obtrusive like the ones we've come to expect on television.

Binge heaven

If you've only recently discovered podcasts, this one's for you. Unlike your favorite radio shows of yesteryear, that new podcast you discovered likely has an easily-accessed library of every episode they've ever aired. Be careful, though — the fact that you need to sit still and watch a screen is what keeps your Netflix-binging in check.

They allow for serialized storytelling

While we all have a special place in our hearts for shows like The Wonder Years or Happy Days, episodes were generally self-contained short stories, without much room for depth. Many podcasts take their cues from the current television trend of having story arcs that span multiple episodes or seasons.

Dr. Death

The pinnacle of true crime, investigative podcasts, if you haven’t listened to “Dr. Death,” we’re sorry, but where have you been? The story of Christopher Duntsch has been captivating audiences since it’s release in 2018, so much so that’s it’s being made into a Peacock Original TV show. Wondery has continued to tell the stories of more “Dr.

The Daily

The New York Times “The Daily” has been a staple in the podcast world and a sometimes-hopeful, sometimes-not beacon of information since the start of the pandemic. It’s memorable opening theme sets up the story of the day: 30-minutes of the most current events in the United States.

Pod Save America

Hosted by four former aides to President Obama, “Pod Save America” describes itself as “a political podcast for people who aren’t ready to give up or go insane.” An incredible news podcast with an emphasis on politics, learn everything going on in the White House and in the Capitol with Crooked Media’s “Pod Save America.”

Pardon My Take

In our sports picks comes “Pardon My Take.” The loudest sports podcast you’ll ever hear, Big Cat and PFT Commenter are sitting down three times a week to talk sports. High energy and high quality, “Pardon My Take” is the best way to catch up on the latest games.

The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz

Hosts Dan Le Batard and Stugotz speak with your favorite sports stars, break down sports news, and recap all sort of pop culture news all from there perspectives. “The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz” are covering all things NFL, perfect for the start of the season.

Smartless

Soon to be on television, “Smartless” is hosted by the incomparable Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, and Will Arnett. The trio have interviewed people like Ryan Reynolds, Tina Fey, Will Ferrell and Tiffany Haddish, anyone with anything to say. Organically funny and authentic, “Smartless” easily makes its way into our Top 12.

We Can Do Hard Things with Glennon Doyle

Glennon Doyle, author of the the New York Times best-selling memoir Untamed, has lived by the mantra written in her book “We Can Do Hard Things.” Along with her sister, Doyle is helping others by carrying the hard so we can live life a little lighter. Listen to “We Can Do Hard Things with Glennon Doyle.”

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