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Spotify wants YouTubers. Apple’s celebrating 20 years of podcasting. And Gen Z? They're tuning in! It’s news day, and we’re breaking down Apple’s “20 Podcasts We Love” list, surprising Gen Z listening habits, and YouTube’s AI-powered upgrades that could shift how audiences search and watch. We also give you the scoop on a leaked Spotify strategy that includes $5K ad credits for video creators. Is this enough to tempt video creators to make the move? We also talk about Jeremy Enns’ 2025 Podcast Marketing Trends Report: who's growing, what’s working, and why personal connection might be your secret weapon. Bonus: our show is nominated for a People’s Choice Podcast Award (go vote under “T” for The Podcasting Morning Chat!).
Episode Highlights:
[02:24] Podcast Data and Trends
[03:35] Random Charts
[05:40] People's Choice Award Nomination
[08:51] Upcoming Events and Conferences
[11:01] Job Opportunities
[23:21] AI News and Developments
[28:21] The Signing Bonus Situation
[29:58] Apple's AI Ambitions
[31:05] Gemini's Educational Tools
[32:12] Are AI Subscriptions Worth It?
[34:51] AI in Daily Life
[41:35] Spotify's Big Push into Video
Links & Resources:
The Podcasting Morning Chat:
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Empowered Podcasting Conference:
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Podnews:
Meta’s AI Talent War:
https://apple.news/AjhkHQqo0SsOpELJev4AKGg
Are AI Subscriptions Worth It?
New YouTube AI Features:
https://blog.youtube/news-and-events/new-youtube-ai-tools-summer-2025/
Leaked Spotify Deck Reveals Big Video Push:
https://theankler.com/p/scoop-leaked-spotify-deck-reveals
Careers in Podcasting:
Jeremy Enns Marketing Trend Report:
https://podcastmarketingacademy.com/author/jeremypodcastmarketingacademy-com
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