2020 was a record-setting year for podcasting, but 2021 is poised to be even bigger, as annual ad spend will pass $1B while Spotify, Apple, and now Amazon compete for listeners' attention on a whole new scale. In this episode, I’ll cover the top 10 podcasting trends to watch in 2021, including everything from platforms to monetization, marketing, video, and of course, sponsorship. But in the end, what’s the one thing that matters most of all? [🔗 This episode is packed with recommended podcasting tools and resources. You’ll find everything we mentioned in the complete show notes at witandwire.com/21 (https://witandwire.com/21) .] Thinking about starting a podcast? Join our new free masterclass, How to Launch a Podcast in 60 Days Without Feeling Overwhelmed (https://witandwire.com/register) . I'll teach you how to cut your production time in half and start a high-quality podcast without any complicated tech or confusing editing tools. Save your spot at witandwire.com/register (https://my.captivate.fm/witandwire.com/register) Connect with Melissa: Instagram (https://instagram.com/witandwire) | Pinterest (https://pinterest.com/witandwire) | Website (https://witandwire.com/)

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