YouTube Music: The New Podcast Hub!
Ever noticed how podcasts seem to be everywhere nowadays? It’s not just you; we’re genuinely in the podcast renaissance. YouTube has noticed too, and boy, are they on top of their game. Earlier this year, they introduced a nifty feature allowing everyone to tune into podcasts right on YouTube Music in the US. And guess what? You don’t even need a paid membership. From downloading your fave episodes to seamless background play and even hopping between audio and video formats, YouTube Music is the place to be. And for those outside the US, don’t fret; YouTube Music is going global with its podcast feature by year’s end!
Now, here’s the juicy scoop for 2024: YouTube’s upping their game! They’re pouring more into making YouTube Music THE hub for all things podcast. With unique YouTube-centric features and tools, the podcast experience promises to be top-notch both for fans and creators. But with every upgrade, there’s a bit of streamlining. So, by 2024, Google Podcasts will take a bow, and its users will be transitioned smoothly to YouTube Music. But hey, it’s what the crowd’s already loving. Stats show that 23% of weekly US podcast listeners are all about YouTube, while Google Podcasts stands at 4%.
For all the techies out there, YouTube’s got your back. They’re crafting tools to make the shift a breeze, whether you’re a regular Joe wanting to transfer your RSS feeds or a creator looking to get the best out of YouTube Music’s platform. And if YouTube Music isn’t your jam, they’ve made it easy to pack up your podcast subscriptions and move them elsewhere.
In the pipeline? YouTube’s got feedback sessions planned to ensure this move from Google Podcasts to YouTube Music is as smooth as butter. Once they’ve polished and perfected the migration tools, they’ll be out and about with a full guide.
Long story short? Big changes are coming, but for now, you can still enjoy your podcasts across YouTube, YouTube Music, and Google Podcasts. YouTube’s all about keeping things transparent, so stay tuned for more deets in the upcoming months. Happy listening!
Source: https://blog.youtube/news-and-events/podcast-destination-on-youtube-music/