A podcast network is a curated collection of podcasts that are hosted by a third party. Some podcast networks are designed to promote new and niche shows while others are focused on shows that have already made a splash and looking to grow their audience. If you have a popular show, it can be a great way to expand your reach. A podcast network can help get your podcast in front of new audiences and boost its visibility on platforms like iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify. However, if you’re just starting out, it’s hard to get added to a podcast network as they’re generally focused on more established shows with already-established audiences. So if you’re just starting out, it’s best to promote your show independently until it becomes more widely known. You can submit your podcast for consideration on most podcast networks for free. Alternatively, some networks charge a fee for submitting your show. There are many things to consider when submitting your show for consideration on a podcast network. First, make sure that your show is relevant to the network's audience. Second, decide whether your show would benefit from being hosted by the network or if you'd rather do it independently. Third, decide how you're going to promote your show once it's been accepted by the network. Finally, make sure that you have a plan in place for promoting your show even if it's not accepted by the network because sometimes podcasts are rejected even if they're perfect.