There are a number of ways Spotify improves the podcast listening and discovery experience. Here’s how you can use them to your advantage. — Our goal at Anchor isn’t just to empower everyone to share their voice by starting a podcast; we want your show to reach as many people as possible, and for it to altogether thrive. With over 1 million show launches on Anchor in 2020 alone (which is great news!)–not to…

Anchor creators helped us feel connected during a year no one will forget, while podcasting itself expanded like never before. — As 2020 draws to a close and we tiptoe into 2021, it’s time to focus on something that was actually good about this year. Obviously, we couldn’t be talking about anything other than podcasts. What would 2020 have sounded like without you, podcasters of the world? We don’t want to…

See how your unique stories kept us company and brought people together during a challenging year. — While 2020 certainly hasn’t been easy, creators around the world have continued to do what they do best: share their voices and help listeners feel more connected through their stories. …

Anchor is backed by the industry standard in podcast analytics, so you can measure your show’s performance and monetize your content with confidence. — We’re excited to announce that Anchor is backed by the industry standard in advertising for podcast analytics: IAB Podcast Measurement 2.0 certification. …

Here’s an insiders guide to mixing up your audio format — To help creators add more dimension to audio shows, Spotify and Anchor recently launched a new feature wrapping together talk and music. By combining your voice and unique commentary with entire songs from Spotify into one shareable mixed-media playlist, the possibilities for documenting the past, or envisioning a new audio…

Now, create audio shows in Anchor using full-length songs from Spotify’s entire music catalog. Combine songs with your own talk segments and share episodes directly to Spotify. — Today, Spotify and Anchor are helping all creators unlock the full potential of audio — and unleash their full creativity — by bringing the worlds of music and talk together. …

US Election 2020 Soundcheck Toolkit — Created by Anchor, Spotify, and First Draft As a podcaster, your voice is very influential. That’s why the people who try to spread disinformation want to use it. You have the audience and the voice they lack — so you’re an ideal host for them to piggyback onto. Ideally they want creators like you to repeat their rumors…

Anchor is rolling out the opportunity for creators in the U.S. to help increase voter registration by recording ads with Anchor Sponsorships. — In 2016, only 55% of voting-age citizens cast their ballots in the U.S. elections. In 2020, your podcast can make a difference. Starting today through November 3, Anchor is rolling out the opportunity for creators in the U.S. to help increase voter registration and strengthen participation in the 2020 election…

We’re talking with podcasters from all walks of life about their creative process, best practices, and why audio is one of the coolest ways to tell a story. — Podcasting lends itself to vulnerability. You can create wherever and whenever you feel most comfortable, with friends or by yourself, protected from the pressure of a live audience. It’s this freedom of expression that makes the medium a safe space for creators and listeners alike. …