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

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Podnews:

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Meta’s AI Talent War:

https://apple.news/AjhkHQqo0SsOpELJev4AKGg

Are AI Subscriptions Worth It?

https://bit.ly/44JPYKX

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:

https://bit.ly/3I2MmLo

Jeremy Enns Marketing Trend Report:

https://podcastmarketingacademy.com/author/jeremypodcastmarketingacademy-com

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