Podcast Market Chaos and Confusion – Ep 60

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Tonight’s topic: Podcast Market Chaos and Confusion

Welcome to Live Podcast Tips with Rob Greenlee, Episode 60, from Friday, March 28th, 2025.

The podcasting world is facing unprecedented upheaval as industry giants YouTube and Spotify accelerate their dive into video podcasting. Creators, service providers, and listeners alike are navigating through rapidly changing formats, platforms, and audience expectations, leading to confusion and disruption across the market.

In this timely episode, Rob Greenlee breaks down the complexities and challenges reshaping the podcasting landscape. He begins by exploring why video podcasting is creating chaos, especially within the SaaS services market designed for podcasters and creators. Rob analyzes how YouTube’s aggressive push into video is altering audience expectations and redefining creator priorities. 

He addresses the critical question: Are traditional podcasts being sidelined by the demand for video?

Next, Rob confronts the confusion among creators and audiences alike. Many creators feel compelled to pivot to video, fearing they’ll be left behind. Others passionately advocate for audio-only podcasts despite emerging research showing audiences increasingly prefer both audio and video content. Rob explores these mixed signals and shares insights on recent findings, highlighting the surprising surge in podcast consumption among the 55+ male demographic.

Rob also tackles the “Monetization Madness” triggered by video podcasting. He delves into the complexities video integration introduces to advertising and revenue streams, revealing the hidden costs and technical challenges many creators overlook. Are podcasters genuinely prepared for the additional expenses and complexities involved in adopting video and new monetization strategies?

Finally, Rob discusses the profound implications of video podcasting on traditional RSS-based audio distribution. He examines how direct uploads, caching, and platform-specific changes threaten the longevity of traditional podcasts. Offering practical advice, Rob provides strategic recommendations for creators to safeguard their content and adapt effectively to these disruptive changes.

Join Rob Greenlee for clarity amid the chaos, equipping you to confidently navigate the evolving podcast landscape.

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Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6zBt5KuALYO5JsewJgsfrt
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Streaming Podcasts is the Future? – Ep 59

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Tonight’s topic: The Future of RSS if it Supports HLS Streaming Delivery vs. Downloaded Media Files to Big/Small Listening and Viewing Platforms.

Welcome to Live Podcast Tips with Rob Greenlee, Episode 59, airing live tonight, Thursday, March 20th, 2025, at 7pm EST/4pm PST. I’m Rob Greenlee, your host, diving into the future of podcasting with decades of industry insight (LinkedIn.com/in/robgreenlee). 

We start with RSS today, the backbone of podcasting. This open standard pushes static MP3s or MP4s to listeners across apps, but it’s limited—no real-time streaming, just downloads. In a streaming-dominated world, RSS feels dated. 

How do you see it holding up? Next, enter HLS (HTTP Live Streaming), a game-changer. Unlike downloads, HLS streams media in chunks, adapting quality to bandwidth—think live podcasts with lower latency and interactivity. Could this evolve RSS into a rival for live radio or TV?

Downloading means full files stored offline, fixed bitrate, reliable but rigid. HLS offers real-time chunks—AAC audio or H.264 video—dynamic and storage-light, but needs internet. Downloading prioritizes ownership; HLS, adaptability.

Big platforms like Spotify, Apple, and YouTube dominate with proprietary systems, sidelining RSS. HLS in RSS could counter this, empowering independent creators (like those at AdoreNetwork.com) to bypass walled gardens and connect directly with listeners. Will platforms adopt it, or cling to control?

With years in podcasting, I see a tipping point coming – HLS in RSS could keep creators competitive, fostering an open, adaptive ecosystem. 

Connect with Rob Greenlee:
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Watch & Listen:
Apple Podcasts Video: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcast-tips-with-rob-greenlee-video/id1733043511
Apple Podcasts Audio: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcast-tips-with-rob-greenlee-audio/id1733042908
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6zBt5KuALYO5JsewJgsfrt

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What is a Podcast Now? – Ep 58

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Tonight, I am diving deep into the big question that has creators, listeners, and platforms asking: “What is a podcast anymore?”

2017 Podcast Hall of Famer Rob Greenlee was LIVE on, March 13, 2025, at 7:00 PM EST/4pm PST, for a new episode of Live Podcast Tips Show.

“Podcasting once had a clear definition—primarily audio, video, and PDFs delivered through RSS feeds to podcatchers and mp3 players like iPods and Zunes.

However, around 2010, a strategic pivot towards audio-only content inadvertently ceded the rapidly growing video podcast space (30% of the market) to YouTube.”

The Old Definition of a Podcast:

-Primarily audio shows delivered via RSS feeds, with significant early adoption of video podcasts.

-Deeply rooted in independent podcaster communities, originating from commercial and public radio.

-Slow commercialization, largely through host-read ads.

-Distribution initially targeted portable mp3 players and early podcast-specific devices.

The Shift Happening Now:

-YouTube’s dominance as the largest “podcast” platform, driven by video-first content creators.

-Spotify’s strategic shift to embrace video podcasts, blending audio and visual media.

-Expansion of podcast monetization into diverse revenue streams, including live tours, merchandise, newsletters, and social media integrations.

-Decline of radio-rooted personalities in favor of digital-native creators who bypass traditional media.

Perspectives on the Question:

-Podcasting is defined as a multi-channel storytelling medium by creators.

-Alternative terminologies are gaining popularity, such as “VODcast”, “Netcast”, “simulcast” and “video,” reflecting the evolving medium.

-Creating content that is compelling whether experienced through audio or video.

-Community-building and audience engagement as foundational components.

“Rob’s personal reflection on the ongoing evolution: “I’ve been at this forever, and even I’m rethinking it.”

Why This Matters:

-How defining podcasts impacts revenues and distribution across streaming platforms, events, and merchandise.

-The significant financial implications of labeling content as audio or video, especially regarding influencer marketing ($9B market) versus traditional audio podcast advertising ($2B market).

Connect with Rob Greenlee:
Adore Podcast Network: https://adorenetwork.com
Adore Creator Community: https://skool.com/adorenetwork
Website: https://robgreenlee.com
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Instagram: https://instagram.com/robwgreenlee
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@robgreenlee

Watch & Listen:
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Apple Podcasts Audio: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcast-tips-with-rob-greenlee-audio/id1733042908

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6zBt5KuALYO5JsewJgsfrt
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2025 Online Media Revolution is Here – Ep 57

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Welcome to the Replay of Live Podcast Tips with Rob Greenlee of AdoreNetwork.com! From Thursday, March 6, 2025, 7 PM EST, and we’re diving into the seismic shift shaking up podcasting in “Wake Up, Podcasters: The 2025 Media Revolution is Here! Big platforms like Spotify, YouTube, and Apple are tightening their grip, video is rewriting the rules, and AI—yes, artificial intelligence—might just out-podcast us all. This is your wake-up call: the game is changing fast, and we’re here to help you survive and thrive.

The podcasting landscape isn’t the Wild West anymore. Platforms are consolidating power, scooping up creators, audiences, and ad dollars, while legacy media crumbles. Audio-only growth is flatlining, and big shows are dominating the cash flow. Meanwhile, video is crashing the party with deeper metrics and bigger revenue—though Spotify’s push for video is stirring up trouble for RSS-based audio. Their caching strategy is disrupting dynamic ad insertion, leaving audio revenue flat while video hogs the spotlight. Is RSS on borrowed time? Not yet, but the old podcast highway is getting a flashy new offramp.

So, what’s the play? Podcasting is going pro. Video is in, hosting is cheap, and platforms are offering revenue shares—but audiences demand polish, and the days of “just hit record” are gone. Too many podcasters have podfaded, burned out by the grind and lack of instant payoff. Starting a show in 2025 takes skills, strategy, and a plan to scale—or you’re toast. Stick with us weekly to mine the gold still out there.

And then there’s the wild card: AI. Artificial intelligence—and soon, superintelligent ASI agents—could script, record, edit, publish, and market your podcast before breakfast. Media creation is about to flip upside down. Will AI out-podcast us, or become our secret weapon for pro-level content on the cheap? The choice is yours: team up with the machines or get left behind.

Podcasting in 2025 isn’t dead—it’s evolving. Video is rising, platforms are flexing, and AI is rewriting the script. Whether you’re starting fresh or growing your show, now’s the time to adapt, professionalize, and dream big. Drop your thoughts in the comments, hit subscribe, and join us next week for more Podcast Tips. Keep creating—the revolution won’t wait!

00:00 Introduction and Overview
00:08 The Media Revolution and Big Platforms
01:20 The Role of YouTube and Spotify
02:28 The Evolution of Podcasting
10:51 Challenges for Small Creators
12:45 The Shift to Video and Its Implications
19:10 Spotify’s Strategy and Its Impact
31:29 Monetization and Revenue Challenges
35:38 Content Moderation and Platform Control
36:33 The Future of RSS and Centralized Distribution
36:53 API-Based Submissions and Content Creation
38:06 The Role of AI in Content Creation
38:47 The Rise of Professional Podcasting
44:09 Challenges and Opportunities for New Podcasters
49:27 Launching a New Audio Podcasting Network
51:48 Q&A and Audience Interaction
01:03:13 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

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Connect with Rob Greenlee:
Adore Podcast Network: https://adorenetwork.com
Adore Creator Community: https://skool.com/adorenetwork
Website: https://robgreenlee.com
X/Twitter: https://x.com/robgreenlee
Instagram: https://instagram.com/robwgreenlee
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@robgreenlee

Watch & Listen:
Apple Podcasts Video: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcast-tips-with-rob-greenlee-video/id1733043511

Apple Podcasts Audio: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcast-tips-with-rob-greenlee-audio/id1733042908

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6zBt5KuALYO5JsewJgsfrt
Watch Video & Listen to Audio via Adore Website: https://AdoreNetwork.com

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