Now you've got the hang of sending micropayments to podcasts through boosts, super comments or by streaming, perhaps you'd like to top up your digital wallet with money so you can continue with all that good work of supporting creators?

PLUS, when listeners send micropayments to podcasters they build up in your digital wallet for you to use to support other shows, or to take out as actual money you can spend in a shop!

In this episode we look at your wallet options within TrueFans and Fountain, with the help of Sam Sethi and Oscar Merry

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Learn how to stream payments per minute to creators, including setting the amount you want to pay on an episode-by-episode basis or as a default payment for all the podcasts you listen to.

Tasks:

• Turn streaming on and off on modern listening apps.
• See what episodes have been streamed.
• Set an amount to pay per minute on an episode-by-episode basis.
• Set default streaming per-minute-payment amounts in some apps.

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You can support any podcast by paying small amounts per minute of listening time by enabling the streaming option in Podcasting 2.0 listening apps.

Fountain.fm's Oscar Merry joins me to explain how this support mechanism works, and how it can make a big difference to the creators you love without making a big hole in your pocket.

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Learn how to send boosts, comments, and super comments – without dipping in to your own physical wallet, yet – to deserving creators.

Tasks:

• Locate boost/comment/super comment options on modern listening apps.
• Open a wallet within Fountain or TrueFans.
• Earn a few 'freebie' sats.
• Set default boost/super comment amounts.

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Listeners and podcasters connect: a case study.

This is the story of how I communicated and became friends with the hosts of Buzzcast and Podnews Weekly Review (my favourite podcasts about podcasting) by commenting on the shows through boosts.

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Gift micropayments (small amounts of money of your choosing) to the podcasts you love without leaving your modern podcast app.

Boosts (we'll talk about streaming too soon!) are in-app payments that also serve as a discovery mechanism for shows. These micropayments, enabled by Bitcoin – which can be converted into local currencies – not only enhance the monetization potential for podcasters but also increase visibility for their content. By sharing boosts, listeners can let their networks know about the shows they enjoy, creating a powerful feedback loop between creators and their audience.

Fountain.fm's Oscar Merry explains how boosts function similarly to traditional support platforms but with a significant advantage: they happen in real-time and foster a sense of community. Listeners become ambassadors for the content they love, sharing their support in a way that promotes further discovery and engagement.

We also touch on the importance of actively inviting listeners to support the show through boosts. It’s clear that communication is key; if podcasters don’t ask for support, their audience might not think to provide it. Oscar shares insights on how successful shows incorporate regular calls to action, highlighting the value of their content and the role of listener contributions in continuing their work. This not only builds a stronger connection with the audience but also encourages a culture of support and feedback, vital for the growth of any podcast.

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If we want podcast apps and hosting companies to implement the features we like, we need to communicate our needs directly—after all, they’re not mind readers!

From simple feedback to organized group requests, we can encourage these platforms to embrace the Podcasting 2.0 features that we believe are beneficial to all.

Persistence is key; by continually advocating for our needs, we can influence the uptake of 2.0 technology. So, let’s get proactive and show them we care about the features that matter most to us!

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Let's look at the ways you can start tapping into the potential of podroll, even though the name and implementation of this feature are a bit up in the air!!!

Tasks:

• Locate the podroll recommendations for Podcasting 2.0 in Practice
• Claim your show in TrueFans
• Add your own podroll recommendations in TrueFans
• See how Spotify does something similar – but not as good 😊
• Add your own podroll recommendations with your hosting company

Find podcasting resources, links and extra listening at Creativityfound.co.uk/podcasting

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