Feeling overwhelmed by the constant changes in the podcasting world? You're not alone. With new tools and trends emerging every day, it can be challenging to keep your workflow streamlined and your audience engaged. That's why I do 3 Things in Podcasting — and this week was uncharacteristically busy following a holiday. Here are the links: YouTube’s Growth As A Podcast Power Player Revealed What Gear, Software & Setups Do (500+) Podcasters Use in 2024? Announcing The 2024 Ear Worthy Indie Podcast AwardsComments on Podcasts Gives Creators and Listeners More Ways To EngageFirst, we'll take a look at a survey of podcasting gear and software. Then we'll shine a spotlight on the inaugural Ear Worthy Indie Podcast Awards, a celebration of the unsung heroes of the podcasting world.Finally, we'll look at Spotify's game-changing move to introduce comments on podcast episodes. Imagine the possibilities of fostering a deeper connection with your audience and receiving invaluable feedback in real-time. Explore the potential implications of this newfound interactivity and discover how you can leverage it to take your podcast to new heights. (00:00) - Intro (00:35) - Youtube #1 Listening App? (03:17) - The Blue Yeti is the Most Popular Podcast Mic (12:26) - First Annual Ear Worthy Independent Podcast Awards (15:16) - Spotify added Comments to Podcasts (19:41) - That's It! ★ Support this podcast ★