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we are supported by podcast name change

by Gaston Feest Published 2 years ago Updated 1 year ago
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Just ask actor Kristen Bell. She has been forced to rename the podcast she hosts with friend Monica Padman after their show title – Shattered Glass – ran into another four-year old series of the same name. Their show is now called We Are Supported By.Jul 26, 2021

How do I change a podcast name in castos?

To change a podcast name in Castos, first log into your account and click into the podcast that you would like to change. Next, click on Podcast Settings. In settings, expand the Feed Details tab. Enter your new name in the Podcast Title field. You’ll need to upload a new cover image as well.

Why did Kristen Bell change the name of her podcast?

Kristen Bell has been forced to rename her new podcast after receiving a cease-and-desist notice. The Frozen star and her pal, Monica Padman, launched the limited series Shattered Glass last month, under the umbrella of the Armchair Expert brand, co-founded by Padman and Bell's actor husband Dax Shepard.

How to choose a name for your podcast?

Clever and witty podcast names are fun, but they often hurt your show’s discoverability. Opt for something clear. Potential listeners should have a good idea of what your show is about just from the title. Before you settle on a name, do some research on it.

Should you start a new show or a whole new podcast?

If you plan to target a different audience, it’s smarter to start a whole new show. “But I have so much content published already,” you’re thinking. True, but it won’t appeal to the new audience, so it doesn’t help. In fact, it will most likely confuse them when they try to listen to old episodes. “Oh, this isn’t for me,” they’ll say.

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Why did Kristen Bell's podcast name change?

While Bell and her associates complied with the cease and desist demands and rebranded the podcast, if they had chosen to challenge the rights of the original Shattered Glass, an expensive, complicated, and public legal struggle would have occurred.

What was we are supported by originally called?

Shattered GlassKristen Bell and Monica Padman launched a new podcast (within the Armchair Expert feed) initially called Shattered Glass. However, Shattered Glass already existed: an indie podcast that's been around since January 2017. After a legal letter, Bell and Padman's show has been renamed We Are Supported By.

Where does Monica Padman live?

Padman purchased a house across the street from the Shepards in the Los Feliz neighborhood of Los Angeles in late 2019.

Why did Armchair Expert move to Spotify?

“We made it no secret that we wanted to bring some of the world's most respected podcasts and dynamic creators to Spotify exclusively, and we are very excited to add 'Armchair Expert,' alongside its hugely loyal global following of dedicated fans, to our diverse catalog of phenomenal podcasts.”

Who is Dax Shepard's co host on Armchair Expert?

Like many young aspiring actors, Monica Padman (of Drop Dead Diva, The Good Place, House of Lies, and CHIPS, to name a few) arrived in L.A. in 2011 with stars in her eyes.

Where can I listen to shattered glass?

Shattered Glass on Apple Podcasts.

What is the #1 podcast in the world?

Top podcastsPodcast Industry RankingTop 20 PodcastsRankPodcastPublisher1The DailyThe New York Times2MorbidWondery20 more rows

How did podcast get its name?

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.

Is Kristen Bell married?

Dax ShepardKristen Bell / Spouse (m. 2013)Dax Randall Shepard is an American actor, comedian, filmmaker and podcast host. Since 2018, he has hosted Armchair Expert, a podcast that interviews celebrities, journalists, and academics about their lives. Wikipedia

What do armchair experts earn?

$9 million a yearShepard Armchair Expert earns $9 million a year with almost 20 million monthly listeners. The Bill Simmons Podcast earns $7 million yearly income.

Are Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard still married?

Bell and Shepard tied the knot in 2013. Now, they are parents to daughters Lincoln, 9, and Delta, 7. While recently celebrating Shepard's 47th birthday, Bell called the Parenthood alum "the greatest husband and #dadbeast" she "could ever imagine."

How much did Spotify pay Joe Rogan?

Spotify paid Joe Rogan at least $200 million to host The Joe Rogan Experience exclusively on its platform, according to the New York Times—double the Wall Street Journal's initially reported figure of $100 million for the controversial comedian who has come under fire recently for his past use of racial slurs and his ...

How much does Dax make from podcast?

Dax Shepard Armchair Expert $9 million: The comedic actor has an estimated monthly audience of 20 million (and the occasional 4,000-person live audience) for this talk show podcast.

How many monthly listeners does Joe Rogan have?

Rogan's podcast is the most listened to on the streaming service, drawing 11 million listeners per episode. Spotify reportedly paid US$100m for the rights to the podcast.

Who is Dax Shepard married to?

Kristen BellDax Shepard / Spouse (m. 2013)Kristen Anne Bell is an American actress. Beginning her acting career by starring in stage productions while attending the Tisch School of the Arts at New York University, she made her Broadway stage ... Wikipedia

Where is Monica Padman from?

Duluth, GAMonica Padman / Place of birth

How old is Kristen Bell?

41 years (July 18, 1980)Kristen Bell / Age

What happened to Kristen Bell podcast?

Kristen Bell has been forced to rename her new podcast after receiving a cease-and-desist notice. The Frozen star and her pal, Monica Padman, launched the limited series Shattered Glass last month, under the umbrella of the Armchair Expert brand, co-founded by Padman and Bell's actor husband Dax Shepard.

Why is shattered glass now called We are supported by?

Their show is now called We Are Supported By. “We got a new name – because we got a cease and desist letter – and we don't want to step on anyone's toes,” said Bell on the latest episode of the limited-run series released by the Armchair Umbrella podcast network created by Bell's husband, Dax Shepard.

What is shattered glass podcast?

A Podcast. Stories of extraordinary women shattering the glass ceiling.

Should You Change a Podcast Name?

Before we get into the actionable steps, let’s talk about whether you should change a podcast name.

How to Change a Podcast Name without Losing Your Audience

It’s not impossible to change a podcast name, but it’s a bit tricky if you already have an established show. Your goal is to prevent the loss of as many listeners as possible. Follow these steps to make your name change successful.

How to Change a Podcast Name in Castos

To change a podcast name in Castos, first log into your account and click into the podcast that you would like to change.

Key Takeaway

It’s not impossible to change a podcast name, but as you can see, it takes a bit of work. If you honestly think a new name will help you show, go for it. Just make sure you think carefully before taking the plunge.

Your Podcast Consultant

Back on episode 13 I talked about how to choose a name. Today we talk about what happens if you choose a name and it just falls flat, or even worse, confuses people. We talked about the mechanics of podcasting before in episode

When Your Podcast Name is Bad

The bad news is that name that you chose for your podcast is falling flat, or even worse, it's confusing people. Because if you confuse you lose. You've come to the conclusion, I want to change the name of my podcast. In fact, what if I want to rebrand my show.

My First Podcast Had Three Names

I did this three times with my first podcast, I originally named it the musician's cyber cooler. This is where musicians come to trade advice (kind of a water cooler). Back in 2005. When I started we called the Internet cyberspace. Hence, the musicians cyber cooler. Well, that confused people. Then the word cyber got attached to sex.

Musician's Cooler

I need to lose the word cyber so then it was the Musician's Cooler. The artwork had a big picture of a water cooler that said Musicians Cooler: where musicians come to trade advice. People still didn't get it. They asked if it was about wine coolers.

You Can Change Your Podcast Anytime - It's YOURS

Your podcast is a recipe, not a statute. So here's what you want to do. If you want to change your name, you go into whatever system you're using to generate your feed. Remember, Apple, Spotify, Google, they're all looking at your feed. In fact, podcasting is syndicated.

Don't Worry About Your Feed - Apps See Your Feed - Not People

If you're using Libsyn you might worry that your feed still have fragments of your old name. Here is a simple test:

What About Changing Website Addresses?

If you're using the feed from your media host (Like Libsyn) you can blow up your website. It won't matter. However, if you are using a feed generated by your website it is a big deal. You need to create the new website with the new feed BEFORE you delete the old website address (as you will need to point the old to look at the new).

1. Think Long-Term

I could have avoided this problem. Four years, ago, when I launched this podcast, I should have asked myself a question every founder must ask: What happens if this is a success?

2. Understand Your Audience

I thought I knew my audience. I heard from them mostly on social media, which gave me a sense of who they are and what they like. But then I hired my friend’s consulting company to help me grow… and I realized I knew nothing.

Written By

Jason Feifer is the editor in chief of Entrepreneur magazine, and author of the forthcoming book Build For Tomorrow about how people can become more adaptable in their careers and life.

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