60+ podcast statistics for 2026—how many podcasts exist, who listens, how fast the industry is growing, and what advertisers spend. Updated quarterly with first-party Libsyn hosting data.
Switching podcast hosts can feel risky when years of episodes, analytics, and audience relationships are tied to your current platform. This guide explains how to switch podcast hosts carefully, what transfers, what to save, and how to avoid disrupting your listeners.
Programmatic ads can open up new revenue, but you still want a say in what your listeners hear. Learn how Libsyn’s ad category controls work—and how to choose the right level of restriction for your show.
Independent creators don’t need celebrity-scale audiences to build a viable business. In this article, we reveal the true podcast success metrics you should be tracking to build a sustainable, profitable show.
Waiting for 1,000 downloads to monetize your show is an outdated mindset that leaves early revenue on the table. Learn why monetization thresholds exist and how to generate income across your entire catalog.
The monthly price of a podcast host is only one part of the cost. Learn how plan limits, video, monetization, analytics, and recurring production work can change what a hosting setup costs as your show grows.
Willy Nast spent six years turning a book project into City of Lights. Now the independent true crime podcast is earning national attention—and showing what can happen when a creator finds the right story, medium, and way to reach listeners.
If your show has listeners, it has value. The real question is how quickly—and how reliably—you can turn that value into money without waiting on sponsor deals. Automatic Podcast Ads give you a faster way to monetize a podcast without sponsors by using the episodes you already have—new and old—to generate revenue.
Learn how to promote a podcast in 2026 by choosing the tactics that fit your content—from search and guest promotion to clips, cross-promotion, and press outreach.
The creator-led podcast campaign drove a +30 point lift in product awareness,
while increasing purchase intent & brand favorability among Gen Z audiences
Keltie Maguire’s Kids or Childfree Podcast reached 100 episodes serving an audience most podcasters overlooked: people undecided about whether to have children. The show now functions as the primary lead generation engine for Maguire’s coaching business, pre-qualifying clients and starting conversations between misaligned couples before they ever book a session.
Announcing a major expansion of the Libsyn platform: Video publishing is now available across all Libsyn hosting plans, enabling creators to seamlessly publish, distribute, and monetize both audio and video content from a single destination.
Podcasting just leveled up. Apple’s new HLS-powered video experience lets audiences seamlessly switch between listening and watching within a single episode—no friction, no extra steps. It’s more than a feature; it’s a glimpse into the future of multi-format storytelling. As a launch partner, Libsyn is helping creators tap into this shift, unlocking new ways to reach audiences, expand their brand, and grow on their own terms.
Your next podcast ad campaign could be your most effective yet. Top creators Nick Viall, Ashley Flowers, and Kim Komando recently shared their playbook for what works, moving beyond the script to build ads that drive real results. Discover their five essential insights on leveraging creator trust, telling authentic stories, and turning a simple ad spot into your audience’s favorite part of the show.
Ready to rebrand? Discover podcast naming best practices, rebrand strategy, and how to launch your new podcast name with impact.
Discover 3 innovative ways to make money podcasting beyond big sponsor deals. Learn how do podcasts make money using PodRoll, automatic ads, and subscriptions to grow your income while keeping your audience engaged.
Publish Your Podcast to YouTube with Libsyn | Seamless Audio & Video Integration
Easily publish audio or video podcasts to YouTube using Libsyn’s YouTube Podcast API integration. Enjoy automated uploads, synced artwork, and performance stats—all in one place.
Learn how a podcast producer can scale with a multi-user team, streamline production, and delegate tasks to grow a successful podcast without burnout.
Get answers to your top questions about Libsyn Automatic Podcast Ads and start earning with programmatic podcast ads—no audience minimums or ad reads required.
Podcast advertising is maturing and fast. At Podcast Movement Evolutions in Chicago, the Libsyn team was featured across multiple sessions
Music and sound effects play an important role in evoking emotions. Think canned laughter in comedy TV shows; it’s designed
[Updated] Should you create a podcast? Can you create a podcast? Yes, the answer is YES, just start. We interviewed
Among the many outstanding true crime podcasts the Libsyn Ads team is proud to work with, Moms & Mysteries —
Each year, Podcast Movement continues to exceed expectations, and 2024 was no exception! We kicked off Libsyn’s 20th birthday celebration,
Picture yourself lounging on a sun-soaked beach as you gaze out at the sparkling water stretching into the horizon. The
Podcast trailers aren’t just a teaser, they are a powerful vehicle for creating anticipation, delivering strategic marketing messaging, and making
With the latest iOS 17.4 release, transcripts on Apple Podcasts are now automatically available for many podcasters within hours of
Choosing the right podcast equipment for beginners doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Whether you’re launching your first show or building
Your podcast’s title is one of its most powerful marketing tools. Since podcast apps heavily weigh the words in your title for search results, the right name can make all the difference in attracting new listeners. But how do you balance discoverability with creativity while avoiding common mistakes? This guide walks you through everything from brainstorming and keyword research to ensuring your name is legally unique. Find the perfect title for your show and set it up for success.
Podcasts & Advertising — A Mutual Media Match Over time and many episodes, podcasters and their audiences grow increasingly interconnected.
Transform your podcast from a passion project to a profitable venture. Discover how to make money podcasting with our expert guide, detailing 10 powerful monetization strategies for creators ready to earn.
The video podcast landscape is both intimidating and inspiring. It is easy to feel overwhelmed with the gear, tech, and
Podcasts & Advertising — A Mutual Media Match Over time and many episodes, podcasters and their audiences grow increasingly interconnected.
I wanted to write a bit of a love letter to some folks that I’ve had the blessing to get
We Make It Easy to Create an Apple Podcasts Subscription with Libsyn Libsyn is among the first podcast platforms to
If you are looking into advertising on podcasts, podcast advertising rates (or CPM — Cost Per Thousand) are probably top
Podcasters! Who is ready for ALL of the peopleing? Going outside? Talking to other folks in real life – face
[Updated] When it comes to making money and discussing developing a business growth strategy, I went to Libsyn podcaster Tiffany
Certain seasons during the year the world takes time off. For example, as we head toward the end of the
A podcasting education is integral to podcasting. I’ve been teaching podcasting for more than a decade. In fact, back when
[Updated] Niche content is where it’s at! Last week we spoke with Kate Erickson who is the engine at Entrepreneurs
[Updated] In 2023, podcast purpose and partnerships play a big role in podcast revenue, though you may not think inherently
In the podcasting industry, remote podcast recording is evolving very quickly, due to hardware, software, and remote recording studios constantly
Is podcasting a money-making business for the majority of people? This was a question posed to Rob Walch, VP of
What Are IAB Podcast Statistics? As a podcaster, you’ve probably heard of IAB podcast statistics, but what are they really,
On Monday, July 25, the Libsyn platform experienced a multi-hour service disruption. To the community of creators around the world
Every time you publish an episode, you write an episode description to go with it. These descriptions can be full
When you start thinking about your podcast format — what kind/style of podcast you would like to create — we
Your podcast title is what allows people to find you when they search the internet or their podcast app. In
“Becoming an affiliate was a no-brainer, especially because Astronomy Cast now has a promo code (ASTRO) that gives listeners 2-months
“When writing an episode, I search for key things I didn’t already know, things vital to understanding the Polynesian culture
On May 16, Apple announced, “Apple Podcasts Delegated Delivery in Partnership with Libsyn” fully launching later this year. This partnership
Getting featured on Apple Podcasts can have a substantial impact on your podcast growth. Up to this point, no one
This year at 2022 Podcast Movement Evolutions (PME), Libsyn is excited to sponsor the 2022 Podcast Hall of Fame
The #BlackPodcastingVoices series casts light on Black voices in podcasting, centering the independent podcasters that are (for the most part)
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Past, Present, and Yet to Come Podcasting Equipment Wish Lists From the Libsyn Podcasting Hall of Famers This time of
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The Apple Podcasts Team has shared some tools that they believe will be beneficial to grow your podcast! What you
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Here we go! We have a date! All podcasters that are looking to get started with using subscriptions in Apple
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Apple released an important Apple Podcasts Connect update announcing that Apple Podcasts Subscriptions and Channels would be delayed until June
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