In this month's "Question of the Month," I wanted to explore the discrepancy between Spotify's perceived dominance and the actual listening habits of podcasters. Despite frequent headlines touting Spotify as the number one streaming platform, my personal statistics and community feedback tell a different story. By surveying my audience about their platform preferences, I uncovered that Apple remains the top choice for most listeners, challenging the narrative often presented in media reports about Spotify's market leadership.Thanks to everyone who chimed in!Gear Review: <a href="https://geni.us/hollyland-larkm2s" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">HollyLand Lark M2s</a> Wireless Lavalier SystemQuick Take:I was genuinely impressed by the Holly Land Lark M2s - this tiny microphone packs a surprisingly warm sound. At around $150, it's a solid investment for podcasters and content creators.Key Features:<ul><li>Compact wireless lavalier microphone system</li><li>Versatile receiver with USB-C and headphone jack connectivity</li><li>Compatible with phones and recorders (I used my <a href="https://geni.us/rodecaster-duo" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Rodecaster Duo</a>)</li><li>Built-in noise reduction app</li><li>Option to record two mics on separate channels for post-production editing</li></ul> Pro Tip: Grab this from <a href="https://supportthisshow.com/sweetwater" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sweetwater</a>. They offer:<ul><li>Extended warranties</li><li>Killer customer service</li><li>Competitive pricing</li><li>Free shipping (often cheaper than Amazon)</li><li>FREE CANDY<<<<<</li></ul> Noise Reduction: The app's built-in feature is decent - not perfect, but definitely helpful. Pro move? Set up both mics on separate channels so you can fine-tune your audio in post-production.Bottom Line: The Lark M2s is a compact, versatile mic system that punches above its weight. Definitely worth checking out for podcasters looking to upgrade their audio game.Takeaways:<ul><li> The new <a href="https://geni.us/hollyland-larkm2s" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Hollyland Lark M2S</a> microphone sounds surprisingly warm, which totally blew my mind! </li><li> Spotify claims to be the number one podcast platform, but the real stats tell a different tale. </li><li> Charging guests to appear on your podcast? Brace yourself, the FTC has some rules you need to follow! </li><li> Using music in your podcast? Be careful, because Spotify's bots don’t care about your permissions! </li><li> It's always a good idea to double-check the facts you find online, especially from big companies! </li><li> Exercise is tough, but once you get through it, you'll feel so proud of yourself, like you just conquered a mountain! </li></ul> Links referenced in this episode:<ul><li><a href="https://geni.us/hollyland-larkm2s" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Hollyland Lark M2S Wireless Lavalier System</a></li><li><a href="https://schoolofpodcasting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">schoolofpodcasting.com</a></li><li><a href="https://thehoodratrecap.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">thehoodratrecap.com</a></li><li><a href="https://createartpodcast.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">createartpodcast.com</a></li><li><a href="https://findapodcastabout.xyz" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">findapodcastabout.xyz</a></li><li><a href="https://passacls.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">passacls.com</a></li><li><a href="https://tkbpodcaststudio.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">tkbpodcaststudios.com</a></li><li><a href="https://castahead.net/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">castahead.net </a></li><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/live/channel/03494ab2-93e8-415b-9e0a-d738ee532104?linkCode=ilv&ref=social&tag=jnkfuhs0c-20" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Deal Casters Podcast</a></li><li><a href="https://www.financiallyconfidentchristian.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Financially Confident Christian</a></li><li><a href="https://www.gritandgrowthbusiness.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Grit and Growth Business</a></li><li><a href="https://www.truthunveiledwithralph.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Truth Unveiled with Ralph</a></li><li><a href="https://www.becauseofmypodcast.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Because of My Podcast</a></li><li><a href="https://www.akronpodcast.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Akron Podcast</a></li><li><a href="https://www.feedingmyfaith.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Feeding My Faith</a></li><li><a href="https://www.podcasthotseat.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Podcast Hot Seat</a></li><li><a href="https://www.podcastreviewshow.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Podcast Review Show</a></li><li><a href="https://www.podcastrodeoshow.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Podcast Rodeo Show</a></li><li><a href="https://www.podcastwebsitetips.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Podcast Website Tips</a></li><li><a href="https://www.profitfromyourpodcast.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Profit From Your Podcast</a></li><li><a href="https://www.futureofpdcasting.net" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Future of Podcasting</a></li><li><a href="https://www.podcastconsultant.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Your Podcast Consultant</a></li><li><a href="https://supportthisshow.com/heartbeat" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Heartbeat Community Tool</a></li><li><a href="https://supportthisshow.com/circle" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Circle Community Tool</a></li><li><a href="https://supportthisshow.com/switchy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Switchy </a>(Dave's favorite marketing tool)</li></ul> Mentioned in this episode:Live AppearancesI'd love to meet you in person, I'm currently coming to
July 12th, 20025 Higher Ed Podcon, Chicago, Ill
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September 26-28, 2005, Empowered Podcasting Conference, Uptown Charlotte, NC
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