YouTube, Social Media Reshape Podcast Discovery as Listener Habits Shift
YouTube and social media now drive 61 percent of podcast discoveries, according to new research, fundamentally shifting how listeners find shows.
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YouTube and social media now drive 61 percent of podcast discoveries, according to new research, fundamentally shifting how listeners find shows.
PodMatch identifies podcast press releases as an effective strategy for creators seeking visibility in the crowded audio marketplace.
PodMatch identifies podcast press releases as a proven strategy for increasing show visibility amid intensifying competition for listener attention.
Pinterest expands podcast discovery features as user demand for audio content grows on the social media platform.
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YouTube and social media drive 61 percent of podcast discovery, surpassing traditional podcast apps, according to new Sounds Profitable and JAR Podcast Solutions research released June 18, 2026.
Spotify launches integration with Claude, enabling personalized music and podcast recommendations within Anthropic's AI chatbot for free and premium users globally.
Spotify expands Prompted Playlist to podcasts, enabling AI-driven discovery for creators and listeners across major English-speaking markets.
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