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James Cridland on What Podcasting Can Learn From Radio

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James Cridland on What Podcasting Can Learn From Radio

02:56 – Harry discusses the timely topic of coronavirus and wishes everyone the best of health 04:14 – Harry welcomes to the podcast, James Cridland 06:48 – James’ take on the state of the podcasting industry 10:39 – The growth and differentiation of podcast hosting companies 13:19 – James’ thoughts on ‘easy podcast’ platforms and reducing the barriers to…

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  1. What Does James Cridland Think of Podcasting in 2020 at 7:32

    Spotify led the way in recent acquisitions, and other folks are waking up. Full answer

  2. Is Podcast Hosting a Commodity Business at 10:48

    Podcast hosting is not technically challenging, and most of the tools do similar things. Full answer

  3. What Is the Easiest Way to Start a Podcast at 13:58

    Traditional podcast hosts are rather complicated, requiring you to know various technical details. Full answer

  4. How Are Traditional Radio Broadcasters Failing to Adjust to a Podcasting Future at 17:57

    This is just one example, but radio is released at around -23 LUFS (audio loudness standard), while podcasts require to be much louder, at -16 LUFS and… Full answer

  5. What Inspired James Cridland's Interest in Technology at 24:04

    James Cridland found technology to be a more interesting past time than sports, so while everyone else at his boarding school was getting fit, James spent… Full answer

  6. Where Is the Next Big Podcast Opportunity at 39:32

    India. Full answer

  7. What Does James Cridland Think of the Future of Podcasting at 1:11:09

    James says podcasting is definitely a business that is going to grow. In US alone podcasts are at about 7% penetration, while radio is at 60%. Full answer

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