Best productivity podcasts
28 May 2026 • Ben Bowler
The best productivity podcasts of 2026 for focus, time management, deep work, and habits. Practical picks across short daily shows and long-form interviews.
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Email verification is coming to Podtastic
27 May 2026 • Ben Bowler
We're adding email verification to Podtastic over the next week. Here's what to expect, why we're doing it, and what to do if you hit any issues.
How to listen to podcasts while travelling
27 May 2026 • Ben Bowler
Travelling with podcasts: how to download offline, save roaming data, manage your queue, and keep listening when your connection drops or your battery is low.
Why indie podcasters are winning in 2026
27 May 2026 • Ben Bowler
Indie podcasters are winning in 2026: cheaper production tools, open RSS distribution, and audiences quietly migrating off big-network shows.
Best podcasts for college students
26 May 2026 • Ben Bowler
The best podcasts for college students in 2026: news, ideas, economics, psychology, and entrepreneurship picks for university-aged listeners.
How to find podcast episodes by topic
25 May 2026 • Ben Bowler
Find podcast episodes about a specific topic using app search, transcript tools, and AI topic features. A practical 2026 guide for finding the right episode.
How to keep up with too many podcasts
24 May 2026 • Ben Bowler
Have too many podcasts to keep up with? A practical guide to auditing your feed, triaging with AI summaries, and building a sustainable listening habit.
Best travel podcasts
23 May 2026 • Ben Bowler
The best travel podcasts of 2026 for big-trip planning, armchair travel and route stories. Picks across interviews, travelogues, and short-form audio.
What's New in Podtastic 2.4.0
22 May 2026 • Ben Bowler
Podtastic 2.4.0 is out. Single-tap controls now jump to the next Smart Topic everywhere you control playback, plus gentler banners and a long list of fixes.
Why audio-only podcasts are still winning
22 May 2026 • Ben Bowler
Audio-only podcasts are still winning in 2026 despite the YouTube-first push. Here's why background listening and commute time still outweigh video on screen.
How to listen to private podcast feeds
21 May 2026 • Ben Bowler
Paste a Patreon, Substack, Memberful or Supercast URL into your podcast app to listen to private podcast feeds. Here's how it works in every major app.
The complete guide to podcast discovery in 2026
20 May 2026 • Ben Bowler
The complete guide to podcast discovery in 2026. How to find shows you'll love when category browsing is broken and recommendation engines are uneven.
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