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The Podcast Top 5

“The Podcast Top 5” is your 5 minute weekly rundown of the most awesome things happening in podcasting. Hosted by Emily Soule of mowPod, each episode breaks down the top five stories shaping the industry from new podcast launches and platform updates to fun trends and insights. Whether you’re a podcast creator, listener, or industry pro, join Emily as she dives into the must-know news in a quick format that keeps you up-to-date and in the loop!

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3:11

Podcast Scams, Canada’s Listening Boom, and Adam...

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2025/10/27

On this episode of The Podcast Top 5, hosted by Emily Soule, we cover the latest podcast scams targeting unsuspecting guests, don’t click that “big-name podcaster” email just yet. Canada’s podcast scene is booming, with 46% of listeners tuning in monthly, and Adam Carolla celebrates a milestone 4,000th episode with none other than Jay Leno. Descript is shaking up subscriptions with new pricing based on media minutes and AI credits. Plus, Emily highlights this week’s

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4:14

Brazil’s Podcast Boom, Apple Podcasts 26, and YouTube...

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2025/10/20

On this episode of The Podcast Top 5, hosted by Emily Soule, we’re exploring Brazil’s massive rise as a podcast powerhouse and why creators ignoring the country are missing out on a huge audience. Apple Podcasts 26 is here with AI-powered dialogue enhancement, per-show playback speeds, and a refreshed interface. Amazon Ads and SiriusXM team up to bring programmatic audio advertising to the masses, while YouTube rolls out tools to turn your long-form podcasts into Shorts, plus AI editing

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3:07

YouTube Listeners vs. Watchers, Podhome Launches, and...

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2025/10/13

On this week’s episode of The Podcast Top 5 hosted by Emily Soule, we uncover fresh insights from Sounds Profitable showing that nearly half of YouTube podcast users actually listen more than they watch—while Spotify audiences lean the other way. Emily also spotlights the launch of Podhome, a new app with transcripts, chapters, and live podcast features, plus key takeaways from The Podcast Study: Growth on why the first 60 seconds of your show can make or break your audience. And

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3:59

Podcast Fans Are Listening Longer, Spotify Animates...

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2025/10/06

This week on The Podcast Top 5 hosted by Emily Soule, we dive into the latest shifts shaking up the podcasting world. From new data showing fans are spending over 6 hours a week with their favorite shows, to Spotify’s Follow-Along feature turning audiobooks into multimedia experiences, there’s no shortage of innovation. Captivate rolls out powerful growth tools, Variety shuts down Emmy dreams for video podcasts, and the Golden Globes steps in with a new podcast award. Plus, Emily

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3:09

Podcast Movement’s Big Merger, Libsyn’s PodRoll &...

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2025/09/29

On this episode of The Podcast Top 5, hosted by Emily Soule, we’re covering a major shake-up: Podcast Movement and Sounds Profitable have merged in a seven-figure deal, with Bryan Barletta stepping in as President and the 2026 flagship event heading to New York City. Libsyn is helping creators get discovered with PodRoll, a brand-new tool that promotes shows directly in podcast feeds. Wondercraft introduces “Wonda,” the world’s first AI agent for content creation, while fresh

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4:02

Libsyn’s $112M Payout, Gen Z’s YouTube Shift & Taylor...

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2025/09/22

On this episode of The Podcast Top 5, hosted by Emily Soule, we’re covering Libsyn’s massive milestone — over $112 million paid to creators since 2017, with new tools to help podcasters monetize from day one. We’ll dig into fresh data showing Gen Z’s podcast habits are driven by YouTube and social media, plus the wild ripple effect of Taylor Swift’s appearance on New Heights, which sent streams and views skyrocketing. Then, we’re looking at tough truths from

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3:02

Age Checks, Game Day Hype & London’s Podcast Boom

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2025/09/15

On this episode of The Podcast Top 5, host Emily Soule breaks down the latest in podcasting. Spotify is rolling out age checks in the UK with facial recognition and ID scans, stirring up conversations about safety and privacy. Football fans are diving into The Players Lounge, a new game from the team behind The Rest is Football. Meanwhile, London is becoming a hub for video-first shows as Podshop Studios expands. Plus, the 2025 Ear Worthy Awards spotlight indie creators with their latest nominations

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2:28

Apple’s Privacy Promise, Spain’s Podcast Block &...

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2025/09/02

On this episode of The Podcast Top 5, hosted by Emily Soule, we’re unpacking Apple’s latest move to keep your podcast listening habits private, even adding “noise” to mask your data. In Spain, public broadcaster RTVE is blocking RNE shows from third-party apps, sparking concerns about the future of open RSS. Spotify is testing a new Audiobooks+ add-on with 15 hours of monthly listening time, and FOX News just inked a licensing deal with the conservative podcast Ruthless

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2:24

Acast’s Big Ad Deal, Apple’s Audio Glow-Up & Joe...

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2025/08/21

In this episode of The Podcast Top 5, hosted by Emily Soule, we’re breaking down Acast’s new global partnership with Magnite — a major move that could boost discoverability (and revenue) for podcasters everywhere. Apple is also leveling up its audio game with an “Enhance Dialog” feature for crisper sound and an Automix tool for music lovers. TIME just revealed its 100 Best Podcasts of All Time, but some major names were left off the list — including Joe Rogan

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2:49

Spotify’s Age Check, Fantasy Football Fever &...

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2025/08/14

On this episode of The Podcast Top 5, hosted by Emily Soule, we’re unpacking Spotify’s new age verification system in the UK — powered by facial scans and ID uploads — all in the name of online safety. Plus, fantasy football fans are buzzing over The Players Lounge, a new game from The Rest is Football. Over in London, Podshop Studios is expanding to meet the rising demand for video-first content, and the 2025 Ear Worthy Awards just dropped their indie podcast nominations

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4:16

Apple’s Exclusive List, Amazon’s Podcast Shake-Up & a...

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2025/08/07

In this episode of The Podcast Top 5, hosted by Emily Soule, we’re diving into Apple Podcasts’ ultra-selective “Best So Far” list — and why most of the world didn’t make the cut. Then, we break down Wondery’s corporate shake-up as Amazon lays off 110 staff and restructures its podcast empire. Plus: a hilarious case of mistaken identity between two nearly identical Brazilian podcasts, a new tool that turns your episodes into books, and a chilling true crime

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3:40

Global Shifts & Industry Rifts: Podcasting’s Power...

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2025/07/21

This week on The Podcast Top 5, host Emily Soule dives into the big waves and bold moves in podcasting across the globe. France is calling for podcasting to be officially recognized as a cultural industry (oui, please), a new player enters the scene with the launch of Mission Media AI, and Audacy shuts the doors on Pineapple Street Studios in yet another shake-up. Oh, and in case you missed it, New Zealand says audio > video. You heard that right. Tap in for what’s changing, what’s

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3:30

Spotlights, Sponsors, and Squad Goals: What’s New in...

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2025/07/14

This week on The Podcast Top 5, host Emily Soule takes you inside the buzziest headlines in the podcast world: The Astra Podcast Awards are officially on the horizon, Acast signs the ever-viral Giggly Squad, and advertisers are finally putting their money where the mic is. Plus, PodWoman is back and this year it’s in person! From big brand love to celebrating powerhouse women in audio, this episode covers the major moves shaping podcasting right now. Let’s get into it.See

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3:34

From Fewer Feeds to Funny Fests: What’s Up in...

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2025/07/07

On this week’s episode of The Podcast Top 5, host Emily Soule breaks down the latest shifts in podcastland, from a noticeable drop in new episode uploads this June (is podcast burnout a thing?) to The Podcast Standards Project officially certifying new players in the space. Plus, we’ve got a comedy podcast festival going global and former footballer Jermaine Jenas stepping into the audio arena with a brand-new company. Fewer episodes, more innovation—this one’s got all the

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4:20

Podcast Breakups, Brutal Crimes, and Discovery Drama

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2025/06/21

This week on The Podcast Top 5, host Emily Soule dives into the latest podcast power moves and plot twists. From Spotify losing Trevor Noah to Marc Maron calling it quits after 16 years of WTF, the industry’s getting a shake-up. Plus, YouTube dominates news podcast listening in the US, and Spotify rolls out new podcast discovery features (but… how do they actually work?). And for Podcast of the Week, we’re spotlighting Devil in the Desert—a gripping true story of betrayal,

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4:51

Layoffs, Lawsuits & Listening Loyalty: A Wild Week in...

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2025/06/07

On this week’s episode of Podcast Top 5, host Emily Soule dives into the chaos and charm of the podcasting world! From pink slips at Spotify’s podcast division to podcast ads earning way more trust than social media, this episode’s got it all. We break down the latest research from Sounds Profitable that shows why your listeners actually believe what they hear (take notes, Instagram). Plus, a lawyer from Radio-Canada sends out cease-and-desist letters without fully understanding

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4:37

Flipping Fortunes, Apple Drops Podcast Stats, and a...

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2025/05/29

This week, we’re diving into the biggest podcasting buzz: Apple Podcasts just had its best year ever and for the first time, their team actually took the stage at a podcast event! Plus, we’re talking flipping houses and flipping expectations with our Podcast of the Week, The Science of Flipping. Also in the mix: Is video podcasting about to get way better for indie creators? Apple’s UK podcasting dominance (88 of the top 100 shows are UK-made!) And how real estate investing

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3:57

Spotify’s Big Wins, Pod Pods Dreams, and the Future...

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2025/05/05

In this week’s episode of The Podcast Top 5, host Emily Soule from mowPod dives into the latest in podcast and audio news We’re talking Spotify’s massive Q1 profits and their bold moves in Mexico with the first-ever Mexico Podcast Awards. We also dive into POD Pods—yes, earbuds designed just for podcast lovers (if only they were real). Plus, we break down the launch of PodHeroes, the world’s first expert podcasting marketplace, and Descript’s very real

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3:41

Spotify’s Audiobook Ambitions, Descript’s Major...

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2025/04/16

In this week’s episode of The Podcast Top 5, host Emily Soule from mowPod dives into the latest in podcast and audio news—starting with Spotify’s big bet on non-English audiobooks and what that actually means for creators. Then, we talk Descript’s transcription tool… or lack thereof (spoiler: users aren’t thrilled). And finally, Rolling Stone’s new “audio awards” are here—with familiar mic brands taking home the gold… and possibly

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4:04

YouTube Gets Dynamic, Apple Stays on Top, and the BBC...

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2025/04/05

In this episode of The Podcast Top 5, Emily Soule from mowPod rounds up the week’s biggest podcast headlines: YouTube eyes dynamic ad insertion, Apple Podcasts proves it’s still the heavyweight champ, Podcast Movement Evolutions kicks off in Chicago, and the BBC backs away from a controversial ad plan after industry pushback. It’s fast, fun, and full of the audio intel you didn’t know you needed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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