Podcasting 2.0 in Practice

With Apple Podcasts now supporting chapters for all shows, do you know what chapters are, why they could be good for your podcast, or how to make them?

I explain all: from what you'll see from Apple's auto-generated chapters or ones made by the podcaster using the Podcasting 2.0 standard, to the pros and cons of auto-generated chapters vs self-made chapters, and how to turn off the feature all together.

Homework elements show you how to locate chapters in Apple Podcasts, and how to make your own chapters through your hosting company.

PS, this episode uses chapters, with images!

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Turn tokens in your TrueFans digital wallet into money you can spend in the outside world.

Now that the withdraw to Stripe function is live in TrueFans, I walk you through how to easily convert the money your listeners have sent you via super comments and streaming into money in your bank account.

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Let's have a look at what's changed in the way you can boost, comment or super comment in modern podcast apps.

This is an update episode, and so connects directly with a previous episode of Podcasting 2.0 in Practice.

If you don’t know what I’m talking about then I recommend you listen to the Podcasting 2.0 in Practice course. This is a podcast series that looks at just one 2.0 feature – also known as a tag – at a time and teaches you what it is, why it’s good, and how to make it work. The course focuses specifically on how each feature can help podcasters with discovery, interactivity or monetisation – or a combination of the three.

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A few updates from one of my favourite Podcasting 2.0 features today: Podroll – or Recommendations.

Exciting news, Pocket Casts has joined TrueFans in supporting this feature. I’ll walk you through how you can find these recommendations on the show screen and what they mean for your podcasting experience.

This tool is a fantastic way for podcasters to share their favourite shows, helping enhance discovery and interactivity for listeners.

This is an update episode, and so connects directly with a previous episode of Podcasting 2.0 in Practice.

If you are new to the subject of Podcasting 2.0, it would be a great idea for you to complete the Podcasting 2.0 in Practice course. This is a podcast series that looks at just one 2.0 feature – also known as a tag – at a time and teaches you what it is, why it’s good, and how to make it work. The course focuses specifically on how each feature can help podcasters with discovery, interactivity or monetisation – or a combination of the three.

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The way to find a transcript for a podcast on Pocket Casts and Fountain has changed, and here's what you need to know.

This is an update episode, and so connects directly with a previous episode of Podcasting 2.0 in Practice.

If you are new to the subject of Podcasting 2.0, it would be a great idea for you to complete the Podcasting 2.0 in Practice course. This is a podcast series that looks at just one 2.0 feature – also known as a tag – at a time and teaches you what it is, why it’s good, and how to make it work. The course focuses specifically on how each feature can help podcasters with discovery, interactivity or monetisation – or a combination of the three.

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Pocket Casts has rolled out support for the funding tag, making it easier than ever for listeners to support their favourite podcasts.

This is an update episode, and so connects directly with a previous episode of Podcasting 2.0 in Practice.

If you are new to the subject of Podcasting 2.0, I highly recommend that you complete the Podcasting 2.0 in Practice course. This is basically a podcast series that looks at just one 2.0 feature – also known as a tag – at a time and teaches you what it is, why it’s good, and how to make it work. The course focuses specifically on how each feature can help podcasters with discovery, interactivity or monetisation – or a combination of the three.

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We hone in on how to locate the Chapters feature in the Fountain app. 

This is an update episode, and so connects directly with a previous episode of Podcasting 2.0 in Practice.

If you are new to the subject of Podcasting 2.0, I highly recommend that you complete the Podcasting 2.0 in Practice course. This is basically a podcast series that looks at just one 2.0 feature – also known as a tag – at a time and teaches you what it is, why it’s good, and how to make it work. The course focuses specifically on how each feature can help podcasters with discovery, interactivity or monetisation – or a combination of the three.

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You can now find TrueFans in the App Store or Play Store.

This is an update episode, and so connects directly with a previous episode of Podcasting 2.0 in Practice.

If you are new to the subject of Podcasting 2.0, I highly recommend that you complete the Podcasting 2.0 in Practice course. This is basically a podcast series that looks at just one 2.0 feature – also known as a tag – at a time and teaches you what it is, why it’s good, and how to make it work. The course focuses specifically on how each feature can help podcasters with discovery, interactivity or monetisation – or a combination of the three.

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The unexpected finale.

A reflection on the twists and turns of this project, a last piece of homework, and lots of thank yous.

Let me know what you want to hear next!

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As we start to wind up this podcast course highlighting just a few Podcasting 2.0 features that I think will be most useful for podcasters and listeners, and the easiest to get to grips with and actually make work, I hope to have whet your appetite and left you wanting to know what to expect for the future in podcasting.

If you are now hooked on new podcasting technologies, let Sam Sethi give you a taste of what could be to come, with a chat about the location tag and publisher feeds.

In this episode Sam and I discuss how the location tag can help us find others in our area who share similar interests, making it easier to organize real-world meetups and foster connections beyond just the digital realm.

We also explore publisher feeds, which can streamline the discovery of new podcasts from favourite creators, ensuring that we never miss out on great content from those we already love. 

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Now that you understand what some of the Podcasting 2.0 features do, it's time to learn a little about how they get there!

Sam Sethi joins me to explain more about the RSS feed, tags, the namespace and the Podcast Standards Project.

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How to deposit 'real' money to the TrueFans and Fountain podcast apps so you have funds for boosting and streaming should you want them. You'll also learn how creators can withdraw funds they've received from lovely fans.

Tasks:

• Top up your TrueFans wallet.
• Open a Strike account.
• Deposit funds to your Fountain wallet.
• Withdraw funds from your Fountain wallet.

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Now you've got the hang of sending micropayments to podcasts through boosts, super comments or by streaming, perhaps you'd like to top up your digital wallet with money so you can continue with all that good work of supporting creators?

PLUS, when listeners send micropayments to podcasters they build up in your digital wallet for you to use to support other shows, or to take out as actual money you can spend in a shop!

In this episode we look at your wallet options within TrueFans and Fountain, with the help of Sam Sethi and Oscar Merry

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Learn how to stream payments per minute to creators, including setting the amount you want to pay on an episode-by-episode basis or as a default payment for all the podcasts you listen to.

Tasks:

• Turn streaming on and off on modern listening apps.
• See what episodes have been streamed.
• Set an amount to pay per minute on an episode-by-episode basis.
• Set default streaming per-minute-payment amounts in some apps.

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You can support any podcast by paying small amounts per minute of listening time by enabling the streaming option in Podcasting 2.0 listening apps.

Fountain.fm's Oscar Merry joins me to explain how this support mechanism works, and how it can make a big difference to the creators you love without making a big hole in your pocket.

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Learn how to send boosts, comments, and super comments – without dipping in to your own physical wallet, yet – to deserving creators.

Tasks:

• Locate boost/comment/super comment options on modern listening apps.
• Open a wallet within Fountain or TrueFans.
• Earn a few 'freebie' sats.
• Set default boost/super comment amounts.

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Listeners and podcasters connect: a case study.

This is the story of how I communicated and became friends with the hosts of Buzzcast and Podnews Weekly Review (my favourite podcasts about podcasting) by commenting on the shows through boosts.

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Gift micropayments (small amounts of money of your choosing) to the podcasts you love without leaving your modern podcast app.

Boosts (we'll talk about streaming too soon!) are in-app payments that also serve as a discovery mechanism for shows. These micropayments, enabled by Bitcoin – which can be converted into local currencies – not only enhance the monetization potential for podcasters but also increase visibility for their content. By sharing boosts, listeners can let their networks know about the shows they enjoy, creating a powerful feedback loop between creators and their audience.

Fountain.fm's Oscar Merry explains how boosts function similarly to traditional support platforms but with a significant advantage: they happen in real-time and foster a sense of community. Listeners become ambassadors for the content they love, sharing their support in a way that promotes further discovery and engagement.

We also touch on the importance of actively inviting listeners to support the show through boosts. It’s clear that communication is key; if podcasters don’t ask for support, their audience might not think to provide it. Oscar shares insights on how successful shows incorporate regular calls to action, highlighting the value of their content and the role of listener contributions in continuing their work. This not only builds a stronger connection with the audience but also encourages a culture of support and feedback, vital for the growth of any podcast.

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If we want podcast apps and hosting companies to implement the features we like, we need to communicate our needs directly—after all, they’re not mind readers!

From simple feedback to organized group requests, we can encourage these platforms to embrace the Podcasting 2.0 features that we believe are beneficial to all.

Persistence is key; by continually advocating for our needs, we can influence the uptake of 2.0 technology. So, let’s get proactive and show them we care about the features that matter most to us!

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Let's look at the ways you can start tapping into the potential of podroll, even though the name and implementation of this feature are a bit up in the air!!!

Tasks:

• Locate the podroll recommendations for Podcasting 2.0 in Practice
• Claim your show in TrueFans
• Add your own podroll recommendations in TrueFans
• See how Spotify does something similar – but not as good 😊
• Add your own podroll recommendations with your hosting company

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Recommend podcasts you value to your listeners and share the love.

With podroll, creators can curate a list of shows that align with their content and audience interests. In this episode, Buzzsprout's Jordan Blair details how the 2.0 podroll feature can enhance discoverability and foster a sense of community among podcasters.

We discuss practical ways to implement it, and get excited about its capacity to foster collaboration among podcasters, encouraging us to think creatively about our content and our community.

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Explore transcripts and chapters in Apple Podcasts.

Locate transcripts on Apple Podcasts, find out how chapters appear there, and learn how to ensure your transcribed content is presented exactly as you intend by clicking that toggle. 

Tasks:

• Locate the transcript for an episode on Apple Podcasts.
• Revise legacy chapters: Apple Podcasts supports these but not 2.0 chapters.
• Instruct Apple Podcasts to display your own transcripts instead of their default option.

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James Cridland shares insights on Apple's initiative to integrate transcripts into their podcasting platform, and discusses the process they use to do so, which includes allowing the podcaster to supply their own Podcasting 2.0 transcript.

Cridland emphasizes the importance of providing high-quality transcripts that not only enhance the listening experience for all users, including those with hearing impairments, but also ensure legal compliance with accessibility laws.

The episode further explores the technical aspects of transcript formats like SRT and VTT, with Cridland advocating for VTT due to its superior functionality, such as speaker identification.

The conversation culminates in a compelling call to action for podcasters to take control of their transcripts, ensuring accuracy and enhancing engagement with their audience.

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In making a transcript as instructed in the previous episode, you have possibly also generated suggestions for chapter markers. So, let's add the chapters to your audio file so the lovely modern podcast apps can display them to your audience.

Task

• Manually input, or edit, chapter timestamps, headings, pictures and links.

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Explore how to find transcripts in modern podcast apps and how to make and upload transcripts as a podcaster.

Tasks: Listeners

• Locate transcripts for episodes on modern listening apps.
• Search for key words or phrases.

Tasks: Podcasters

• Make a transcript from your audio.
• Upload or copy and paste your transcript to your hosting company.

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How transcripts enhance accessibility and improve content discoverability.

Ellie Rubinstein, head of Pocket Casts, explains how transcripts serve as written versions of podcast episodes, making them searchable and enabling better audience engagement.

In a crowded content environment, by attaching transcripts to their episodes using the Podcasting 2.0 tags, podcasters can increase their reach and visibility on search engines.

Additionally, 2.0 transcripts allow creators to maintain control over their content, ensuring accuracy and authenticity, especially when it comes to correcting AI-generated text.

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Learn exactly how to donate money to your favourite shows using the funding feature on modern podcast apps, and, as a podcaster, how to set up this feature with your hosting company so your listeners can financially support you.

Task: Listeners

• Find the funding symbol on some of the popular 2.0 listening apps.

Task: Podcasters

• Set up your own funding link using hosts' inbuilt subscription offerings or by linking to your own payment page.
• Tell your listeners how they can financially support you using the funding features.

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How the funding feature within Podcasting 2.0 streamlines listener support for podcasters.

Captivate's Danny Brown explains how the funding model enhances interactivity by making it easier for fans to contribute financially, whether it’s through Patreon, Buy Me a Coffee, or direct payments.

The conversation emphasizes the importance of reducing barriers between listeners and podcasters, allowing for various payment options that cater to individual preferences.

Claire and Danny also discuss practical tips for podcasters on how to effectively communicate this funding opportunity to their audience, ensuring listeners know how to support their favourite shows.

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Look into the future as Daniel J. Lewis tells us all about super chapters and they potential they offer podcasters and podcast listeners.

Earn some imaginary extra credit as you learn how super chapters could enable podcasters to incorporate polls, image galleries, and even formatted text blocks directly into their episodes.

This innovation aims to enhance listener interaction by allowing them to engage with content, such as swiping through images or clicking on links, all while enjoying the audio.

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This episode is all about how to navigate and make the most of chapters in relevant podcasting apps.

Whether you're walking the dog or working out at the gym, you'll discover how easy it is to glance at your device and see not just the chapter title but also the associated image and links.

Tasks

• Find the Play Screen on your podcast listening app – the gateway to a world of features!
• Locate chapter lists on a few of the podcast listening apps.

Mentioned in this episode:

Updates to TrueFans book icon

I have made a post-production update to the chapter called TrueFans: chapters icon. Ignore what I said about a different screen, BUT, as well as scrolling down you can click on the icon that looks like a bulleted list NOT a little book icon. It also might not be 4th from the left, it might be third. I HAVE updated the photo that corresponds to this chapter, so that is correct . . . for now!.

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