John Wordock
@johnwordock.bsky.social
Podcast Consultant and Founder https://JohnWordockMedia.com
Listening app TuneIn is getting a new owner. Maybe Stingray can improve the podcast experience. open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
How to Fix Podcasts on TuneIn
I love the listening app for radio. But not for podcasts. With a new owner on the horizon, I list ways TuneIn can improve the overall podcast experience.
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November 12, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Listening app TuneIn is getting a new owner. Maybe Stingray can improve the podcast experience. open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
I run through ideas podcasters should consider in this economic climate open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
Navigating the Weird Economy: What Podcasters Should Do
The U.S. economy has been flashing troubling signs lately. I list eight ideas podcasters should pursue now in case things worsen. Plus, some inspiration from the Bee Gees.
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November 9, 2025 at 8:08 PM
I run through ideas podcasters should consider in this economic climate open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
Podcasts played key role in shaping New York City, New Jersey races open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
Want to Win an Election? Better Have a Podcast Strategy
New data reveals the winning New York City and New Jersey candidates used podcasts to outmaneuver their challengers. Plus, Q and A with Edison's Gabriel Soto
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November 6, 2025 at 12:24 AM
Podcasts played key role in shaping New York City, New Jersey races open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
If you're in podcasting, you have much to consider as we head toward the new year open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
The Road Ahead in 2026
What should you think about for the new year? I run down five important areas for your podcast or podcast network.
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November 3, 2025 at 12:02 AM
If you're in podcasting, you have much to consider as we head toward the new year open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
Podcasters can learn a lot from candy bars open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
Halloween Candy and Lessons for Podcasters
Tis the season for Snickers, Skittles and Hershey's Kisses. I counted six ways your podcast can learn from Mr. Goodbar. Plus, a sneak peek at my Halloween costume.
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October 29, 2025 at 3:56 PM
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Artificial intelligence steals the spotlight at #NABShowNY open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
AI Invades the NAB Show New York
What topic had people buzzing at this year's show? Hint: It starts with A and ends with I.
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October 23, 2025 at 7:03 PM
Artificial intelligence steals the spotlight at #NABShowNY open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
Netflix is bulking up its podcasts with video from Bill Simmons and other shows from The Ringer open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
Netflix Scores with Bill Simmons Deal
Spotify is putting key video podcasts on Netflix, including sports kingpin Bill Simmons. But will the move have much impact on YouTube?
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October 15, 2025 at 9:56 AM
Netflix is bulking up its podcasts with video from Bill Simmons and other shows from The Ringer open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
Should you build a podcast channel for Roku, Tubi or Xumo? open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
Should Your Podcast Have a FAST Channel?
Free Ad-Supported Streaming Television is a new place for podcasters to pursue audience and revenue. But is it right for you?
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October 12, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Should you build a podcast channel for Roku, Tubi or Xumo? open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
My baby is celebrating its first birthday... open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
Celebrating My Business Birthday
I created John Wordock Media a year ago to support podcasters. What have I learned? And what are some burning issues?
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October 7, 2025 at 7:48 PM
My baby is celebrating its first birthday... open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
Happy International Podcast Day! Podcasts and the First Amendment go hand in hand
September 30, 2025 at 9:13 AM
Happy International Podcast Day! Podcasts and the First Amendment go hand in hand
A classy send-off today for Bob Carpenter, the Washington Nationals longtime TV guy. See. You. Later.
September 27, 2025 at 9:43 PM
A classy send-off today for Bob Carpenter, the Washington Nationals longtime TV guy. See. You. Later.
Today is New Year’s Eve in New York City. At least at this subway stop in midtown.
September 24, 2025 at 9:24 PM
Today is New Year’s Eve in New York City. At least at this subway stop in midtown.
YouTube is pushing live streaming. What does this mean for podcasters? open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
You Are Looking Live... at YouTube
YouTube's big push into live streaming could turn into the next frontier for podcasts. What should you expect? And who should seize the moment?
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September 23, 2025 at 11:02 PM
YouTube is pushing live streaming. What does this mean for podcasters? open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
Jimmy Kimmel would do well if he embraces podcasting and YouTube. I take a closer look. open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
Jimmy Kimmel: Future Podcast Star
The future is bright for the late-night comedian, especially if he launches an independent podcast and embraces YouTube.
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September 18, 2025 at 2:09 PM
Jimmy Kimmel would do well if he embraces podcasting and YouTube. I take a closer look. open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
What I learned at the Disruptor Media Showcase open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
Hello from the Disruptor Media Showcase
A Who's Who of digital media all-stars gathered in Washington for an invite-only breakfast. Building trust with news consumers was on the menu - along with avocado toast.
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September 17, 2025 at 4:58 PM
What I learned at the Disruptor Media Showcase open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
I took a closer look at Charlie Kirk's podcast audience and I was a bit surprised open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
Who Listened to Charlie Kirk's Podcast
I used a new digital tool to peek at the slain podcaster's audience. Just who was listening to the young conservative? The answer may surprise you.
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September 15, 2025 at 10:53 PM
I took a closer look at Charlie Kirk's podcast audience and I was a bit surprised open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
Podcasters across the political spectrum took to social media with reaction to Charlie Kirk's killing. Here's what ten hosts said. open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
Podcasters Condemn the Killing of Charlie Kirk
Some prominent hosts across the political divide took to social media with reaction.
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September 10, 2025 at 11:24 PM
Podcasters across the political spectrum took to social media with reaction to Charlie Kirk's killing. Here's what ten hosts said. open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
I used AI to create a song about podcasting open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
Enjoy My Song: Summertime Podcast Blues
Using artificial intelligence, I created a song about podcasting. It's not B.B. King or Buddy Guy. But it's worth a listen.
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August 29, 2025 at 5:21 PM
I used AI to create a song about podcasting open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
Looking for a home for your podcast? Here are some items you should keep in mind open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
Should Your Show Join a Podcast Network?
I appeared on a panel covering this subject at Podcast Movement. Here's what to know if you're shopping your podcast around
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August 26, 2025 at 8:36 PM
Looking for a home for your podcast? Here are some items you should keep in mind open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
Looking to grow your YouTube channel? This panel at Podcast Movement shared excellent advice open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
Secrets to YouTube Success
At Podcast Movement in Dallas, one panelist shared how he grew his YouTube channel over six-thousand percent in three years.
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August 21, 2025 at 12:03 AM
Looking to grow your YouTube channel? This panel at Podcast Movement shared excellent advice open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
Who’s ready for Podcast Movement? Looking forward to seeing old friends and making new ones
August 18, 2025 at 3:54 PM
Who’s ready for Podcast Movement? Looking forward to seeing old friends and making new ones
Remembering fun times at Podcast Movement open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
Fun Memories from Podcast Movement
With another Podcast Movement here, I look back at moments from past conferences. Remember those crickets in Dallas in 2022? Watch my video.
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August 14, 2025 at 1:52 PM
Remembering fun times at Podcast Movement open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
Currently watching a glorious moment for podcasts
August 13, 2025 at 11:10 PM
Currently watching a glorious moment for podcasts
The demise of Wondery speaks volumes about podcasting right now open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
Wondery: A Coming of Age Moment for Podcasting
Wondery's demise reflects our industry and the U.S. economy right now
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August 7, 2025 at 6:50 PM
The demise of Wondery speaks volumes about podcasting right now open.substack.com/pub/johnword...