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This is Podcasting where I'm on a quest to conquer the podcasting realm, and I'm bringing
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you along for the journey to help you achieve your own podcasting success.
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When you hear the phrase, Podcasting 2.0, you might imagine the next generation of AI
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robots podcasting about world domination.
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But don't worry, that's not what's happening here.
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Instead, Podcasting 2.0 represents the future of podcasting, a movement that's all about
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putting more control into the hands of creators and listeners.
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Today we're diving into what Podcasting 2.0 is, who's behind it, and how it's revolutionizing
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podcasting, so let's dive right into it.
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So what exactly is Podcasting 2.0?
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It's a movement that's focused on decentralizing podcasting, essentially making it more open
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and giving creators more control.
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It's also about expanding their traditional RSS feed with new features that allow podcasters
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to provide richer, more interactive content.
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For years, platforms like Apple Podcasts and Spotify have held most of the power when
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it comes to podcast distribution.
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Podcasting 2.0 aims to break away from that, empowering creators with more independence
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and giving listeners a better experience.
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The idea for Podcasting 2.0 came from two key figures.
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The first one, Adam Curry, who you might know as the Podfather, and Dave Jones.
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Together they launched this movement to keep podcasting open and independent.
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Adam Curry was one of the original pioneers of podcasting.
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He helped develop the RSS feed system that made podcasts possible.
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And Dave Jones founded Podcast Index, which is a decentralized platform designed to catalog
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podcasts outside of the control of big corporations.
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So their goal is to keep podcasting free from centralized platforms like Apple or Spotify.
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And they also host their own podcast called Podcasting 2.0, where they discuss these developments
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in detail.
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Definitely worth a listen if you were curious.
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Podcasting 2.0 is changing the podcasting game.
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The biggest innovation is the expansion of the traditional RSS feed.
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They're adding new tags and features to make episodes more dynamic and engaging.
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For example, we have transcripts.
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You can now include transcripts in your RSS feed, making your content more engaging and
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accessible.
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We also now have chapter markers.
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These let listeners skip to different parts of your episode, making it easier to navigate.
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We also have live podcasting and Boostergram integrating live streaming capabilities, letting
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you engage in real time with your audience.
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Boostergrams let listeners send micro donations and messages directly during the stream, adding
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a new layer of interaction and support for your show.
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We also have episode specific cover art.
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This gives you the flexibility to add unique artwork for each episode, giving your show
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more personality.
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We also now have super chapters.
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These take chapter markers to the next level with additional context like images and even
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links.
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These new RSS feed features are huge for creators who want to offer their audience a richer
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experience.
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But that's not all, another major change is the Podcast Index, which I've previously mentioned,
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which is a decentralized directory that helps creators stay independent and not rely on
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platforms like Apple or Spotify.
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It's open to anyone and it's all about keeping podcasting free from gatekeepers.
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Now let's dive into Value for Value.
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The Value for Value model is one of the most interesting ideas in Podcasting 2.0.
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This allows listeners to support creators directly, usually through micro donations
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or cryptocurrency.
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Instead of relying on traditional ads, creators can earn directly from their audience based
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on the value that they provide.
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I think this is a great option if you are not interested in ads.
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This model has been really successful for Adam Curry's own show, No Agenda, where listeners
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can donate in return for the content they love.
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It's a fresh way to think about monetization and it's a great fit for indie creators who
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want to stay ad free.
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So what can we learn from Podcasting 2.0?
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The first thing is freedom and flexibility.
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Podcasting 2.0 offers creators more control over their content and how it's delivered,
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whether it's monetization, presentation or even just the ability to stay independent.
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There's a lot more freedom here.
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Another thing is new monetization opportunities.
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The value for value model gives creators a new way to make money directly from their
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audience without relying on ads or big sponsors.
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If you are looking for a hosting platform that embraces Podcasting 2.0, check out RSS.com.
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They're a podcast hosting platform fully embracing Podcasting 2.0 with features like transcripts,
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chapter markers, episode-specific cover art and value for value support.
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They're great if you are looking for a budget-friendly way to host a network with unlimited
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shows for only $20 a month.
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Be sure to check out RSS.com.
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I'm actually currently using RSS.com to host my podcast network and it is a great option
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if you are looking for a budget-friendly way to do so.
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Podcasting 2.0 marks a significant advancement for the podcasting world, emphasizing openness,
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independence and creator-driven content, principles we strongly support here at podcasting.
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Curious, what are your guys' thoughts on Podcasting 2.0?
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Do you have concerns about the role of big corporations in podcasting?
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I'd love to hear from you, connect with us on social media.
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While Podcasting 2.0 isn't the next generation of AI robots, if you are curious about how
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AI is influencing podcasting, don't miss our episode on the subject, the link is in
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the show notes.
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If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review and subscribe to our newsletter
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at podcasting.substack.com.
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For more details on Podcasting 2.0, check out the show notes.
