From Curation to Community: How Podcasts Grow with Arielle Nissenblatt

This week on The Podcast Advertising Playbook, host Heather Osgood is joined by Arielle Nissenblatt, founder of EarBuds Podcast Collective, podcast community builder, and passionate advocate for audio storytelling. Arielle has dedicated her career to helping listeners discover new shows and supporting creators in growing their audiences through thoughtful curation and community engagement.

In this episode, Heather and Arielle explore:

• Arielle’s journey into podcasting and what sparked her passion for curating podcasts for diverse audiences.
• How she selects the shows featured in EarBuds Podcast Collective and the key factors that make a podcast stand out.
• The evolution of the podcasting landscape—from changes in content and audience behavior to shifts in monetization strategies.
• The impact of social media platforms like Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok on podcast promotion and audience growth.
• Why podcast collaborations can be a game-changer for creators and what makes a partnership truly successful.
• Arielle’s insights on building strong podcast communities and fostering deeper listener engagement.

If you're interested in podcast discovery, audience growth strategies, and the power of community in audio, this is an episode you won’t want to miss!