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Podcast Reviews Can Be Beneficial, But Are They All They’re Cracked Up to Be?
You’re familiar with podcast reviews and more than likely have read some yourself about a show before you’ve given it a listen. Today, we discuss the benefits of having them and if they are really all that important in the grand scheme of podcast creation.
Today’s Hosts: MacKenzie Bennett and Todd Cochrane
Learn the Ins and Outs of Podcast Reviews
Benefits of Podcast Reviews
- Gives new listeners the general overview of the show.
- Can demonstrate respectability.
- Social affirmation of the show’s relevance and consistency
- People put a lot of weight behind reviews – we’re used to it with every purchase we make nowadays.
- Learn more in an article from Podcastle on some of the benefits of podcast reviews.
Keep a Cool Head
- Similar to podcast statistics, if you’re receiving an influx (or none at all), the reviews can become stressful very quickly.
- Take all of them with a grain of salt.
- Remember, not everyone will like you – that’s perfectly ok!
- Keep your ego in check and weigh the reviews. There’s a good chance you’ll gain valuable insights.
Apple Review Myth
- More reviews doesn’t mean that you’ll end up in New and Noteworthy. Trust us.
Find Apple Podcast Reviews in Blubrry
- You can now find the reviews in our Statistics Dashboard under Audience and Apple Reviews.
- If you have any issues, let our support team know 🙂
So, You Want More Podcast Reviews
- Ask for them!
- Consistently remind your audience and familiarize them with the process.
- Work with other podcasters — swap reviews — but be authentic.
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