332 - Spotify Lures YouTubers, Apple’s Top 20, & Are AI Subscriptions Worth it?

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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