Inside Podcast Movement: What’s Next for Podcasters

Didn't make it to Podcast Movement this year? Don't worry, here's everything podcasters need to know about the future of podcasting.

Podcasts are an ever-evolving landscape. From the way people consume them to the way podcasters create and distribute them, the trends of the landscape are shifting to new heights and formats. Podcast Movement 2025 in Dallas, TX brought together the biggest community of creators, advertisers, and publishers to discuss podcasting trends and the future of audio. From keynote conversations to one-of-a-kind demo opportunities, there was one key takeaway from it all: Podcasting is evolving fast. And Simplecast was right at the center of it all. 

How We Showed up At Podcast Movement

Podcast Movement is a valuable moment for podcasters, advertisers, and publishers alike. It opens the door to candid conversations, networking opportunities, and an inside look at the future of the landscape. And this year, we flexed our podcasting expertise with leadership on the stage, on the ground, and in people’s ears. 

Experts Anne Frisbie, SVP, Global Enterprise Business, AdsWizz, and Gabe Tartaglia, VP, Sales Podcasting & Satellite, SiriusXM Media took to the stage to discuss the future of multichannel podcast networks. They uncovered that podcast listeners are moving beyond just the traditional podcasting platforms and taking their listenership to spaces like social media, video, and live events. Luckily, Simplecast’s new YouTube distribution and analytics tools enable extended reach with short-form social clips and more—so podcast creators have the tools (and the insights) to get them anywhere their listeners are. 

Beyond insightful panels, Simplecast offered a tangible, hands-on experience for creators attending the event. For those looking to turn their passion into profit, we offered a chance for creators to see what sets us apart from every other podcast distribution and monetization platform out there. This peek behind the curtain revealed the power of easy-to-use publishing, listener analytics, dynamic ad insertion, and instant access to dollars through the largest marketplace in the world.

Simplecast was made for podcasters who are ready to grow, make money, and keep things simple. And don’t worry, the window for creators to demo these incredible tools isn’t closed, reach out today to get in on the action.

Key Trends Podcasters Should Know

We’re leaned into the trends of podcasting. And we’ve got the insights from the event to share with podcasters looking to stay on top.

• Video first discovery is shifting podcast reach. Podcast listeners are moving from headphones to the screens and watching their favorite shows on platforms like YouTube.
• Omnichannel approach is where it's at. Creators are moving beyond audio-only podcasting. Instead, they’re creating content that spans across audio, video, social media, and live events to reach their audiences.
• Monetization should feel authentic. Listeners are more likely to be persuaded by brand partnerships if it feels real and authentic to the host. And the monetization opportunities are expanding too, with subscriptions, communities, and social feeds growing in popularity.
• New tools are changing the way people create. From AI content creation to studio innovation, podcasters have exciting new features to aid in content planning, editing, transcription, video podcasting, and more. 

Why This Matters for Podcasters

The conversations at Podcast Movement made it clear that the challenges podcasters face today don’t have to hold them back. Whether it’s monetization hurdles, strategy around audience growth, or questions about expanding reach across platforms, the tools exist for podcasters to solve these problems. 

Simplecast gives creators the space to monetize and future-proof their shows with streamlined workflows, maximized revenue opportunities, expansive opportunities for growth, and more. We’re helping podcasters spend less time worrying about the behind the scenes operations and more time focused on creating great content. 

The Future of Podcasting Is Now

Podcasting is far from slowing down and creators are expected now more than ever to stay on top of the trends of today. With partners like Simplecast, we’ve got your back when it comes to the tools, analytics, and insights that keep you pushing forward. 

In case you missed Podcast Movement this year, it’s not too late to explore what Simplecast can do for you and your show.