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

Links & Resources:

The Podcasting Morning Chat:

www.podpage.com/pmc

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Empowered Podcasting Conference:

https://www.empoweredpodcasting.com

Podnews:

www.Podnews.net

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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Today, we asked ourselves: what's a podcasting hill we're willing to die on? For some of us, it's editing out every “um” and “like.” For others, it’s insisting you don’t need video to succeed. We also touched on naming shows with intention, pushing past perfectionism, and whether you need to have a podcast to coach podcasters. After trading hot takes, we ended the week on a high note by sharing wins, big and small, from our podcasting journeys.

*Quick Announcement! During the summer, we’ll be taking Mondays off! Please tune in every Tuesday-Friday and let’s talk all things podcasting!*

Episode Highlights:

[00:16] Podcasting Hills We’ll Die On

[02:16] Diving into Podcasting Opinions

[07:07] Amanda's Advice: Just Start

[12:39] Editing and Naming Your Podcast

[21:09]Being a Podcast Consumer

[22:03] Debate: Do You Need to Have a Podcast to Teach Podcasting?

[33:16] Discussion on Authority and Experience

[35:59] Various Perspectives on Expertise

[39:37] Coaching and Training Insights

[43:45] Sharing Weekly Wins

Links & Resources:

The Podcasting Morning Chat:

www.podpage.com/pmc

Join The Empowered Podcasting Facebook Group:

www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredpodcasting⁠

Empowered Podcasting Conference:

https://www.empoweredpodcasting.com

Remember to rate, follow, share, and review our podcast. Your support helps us grow and bring valuable content to our community.

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Live on YouTube: ⁠https://youtube.com/@marcronick⁠”

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