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How does Gen Z listen to podcasts?
Our latest survey reveals that Gen Z strongly prefers Spotify (56%) over YouTube and overwhelmingly chooses audio-only formats (76%) over vi
Justin Jackson
Will YouTube help your podcast grow?
YouTube's algorithm won't magically solve your podcast growth challenges. Learn how to approach the platform strategically as a podcaster.
Justin Jackson
Podcast App Graveyard
A list of dead podcast-listening apps
Transistor Team
How to Create a Private Podcast in 2025
Step-by-step instructions for setting up secure, exclusive podcast feeds for your business, community, or paid subscribers.
Justin Jackson
Transistor Surpasses Simplecast on List of Top Hosting Platforms
At the beginning of 2018, we started with just one RSS feed on Transistor. In 2024 we surpassed Simplecast as the 9th most popular premium h
Justin Jackson
How to Monetize Your Podcast in 2025: A Complete Guide
Want to make money from your podcast? Here is how we see podcasters earning money: ad rates, sponsors, memberships, and more!
Justin Jackson
How to start a podcast
This guide gives you the steps to plan, launch, promote, and monetize a successful podcast. Learn how to publish on Spotify, Apple Podcasts,
Justin Jackson
Why Some Podcasters Are Rethinking Their Sponsorship Strategy
Podcast ads aren't always the best path to monetization. Learn why some podcasters are moving away from traditional ads and what they're doi
Justin Jackson
Why are podcasters moving to Bluesky?
Podcasters are getting improved organic reach, genuine engagement, and simpler content sharing on Bluesky, free from algorithmic suppression
