The Best Podcast Newsletters
Do you want to stay up to date with all things podcasting, but you have trouble sifting through all the clutter out there? Wishing there was a way to make the whole experience more streamlined?
Well, here are the best podcast newsletters to do just that.
These aren’t the annoying, spam-filled newsletters that come to mind. These are thoughtful deep-dives into the podcast world. Choose the ones that best suit your needs, and treat yourself to an inbox gift on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis--whatever your heart desires!
✴ The Wave
If you’re already here, you probably know our mission: to help women tell their unique stories through podcasting. Our newsletter is an extension of that sentiment.
Every week, we provide our latest resources, a round-up of podcast recommendations, and the latest installment of an in-depth featured series (currently, we’re walking you through all the different equipment you might need). If you’re looking to get started in podcasting or want to support more women creators, we’ve got you covered!
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✴ Pod News
Are you a podcast news junkie? Then this newsletter is for you. Coming to your inbox every day, Pod News is “concise, to the point, and a truly global view” of anything and everything to do with podcasting and on-demand.
A bonus feature? The newsletter also covers podcast events and jobs, making it a handy tool if you’re looking to break into the field.
✴ Podcast Business Journal
Just like all the other Business Journal topics, Podcast Business Journal is a wonderful source for daily news headlines about all things podcasting. Get an easily digestible overview of the day’s headline sent to your inbox with an easy one click sign-up. You can rest assured the content you receive from PBJ is reliable and high quality, because the editorial board is filled with podcasting legends such as Elsie Escobar from She Podcasts and Todd Cochrane, the CEO of Blubrry.
✴ Hot Pod
Every Tuesday, Hot Pod editor Nick Quah goes above and beyond to provide thoughtful “analysis, insight, and commentary on the growing podcast industry.” These aren’t just the headlines. Nick spends the time to give you the full picture, pulling you in and teaching you something new each week. No mindless scrolling here.
Want even more insight? You can go premium and get access to Hot Pod’s Insider newsletter, as well. That said, the free version of this newsletter offers a tremendous amount of depth already.
✴ The Bello Collective
A favorite of the podcasting community, The Bello Collective sends out a newsletter every other week. Their newsletter centers around recommendations that will lead you to your new favorite show. Beyond that, newsletters include relevant industry news and host interviews. And, occasionally, a few fun non-podcasting tidbits to keep you going. After all, we’re all in this together.
✴ Sara’s Podcast Newsletter
Looking for something new to listen to? Every other week (or so, as she says), self-titled “human podcast recommendation machine” Sara Weber sends out a newsletter. She includes podcasting world updates and recommendations for excellent ear candy. Her show suggestions span the gamut of all genres and topics. The one thing you can always count on being there in the newsletter? GIFs. Lots of great GIFs.
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