Best Claire Waite Brown Podcasts (2025)

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Screens, Stereotypes and Standards 43:17

1d ago43:17

43:17

Your digital world is uniquely yours – a personalized reality shaped by the mysterious forces of algorithms that decide what you see online. But have you ever wondered why your feed looks nothing like your friend's, despite similar interests? Matt Watts' fascinating podcast "Watt's On Your Screen" explores this digital divergence through conversati…

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Time to Plan 30:35

9d ago30:35

30:35

Highlighting the ways independent creators can connect with audiences and potentially monetize their work while maintaining creative control, join us this week for inspiration and practical guidance for envisioning – and manifesting – your creative potential over the next decade. In this episode, award-winning podcaster Tricia Duffy reveals how lon…

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Podcasting Payday 43:17

16d ago43:17

43:17

What makes a podcast valuable? Is it immediate popularity, or something deeper? "Every podcast you create will exist for many years to come," observes Clayton M. Coke of The Cashflow Show podcast, highlighting the lasting significance of podcasting as a medium that creates permanent records of our conversations and ideas. Clayton reveals how he use…

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Funding Storytelling 51:56

23d ago51:56

51:56

The true cost of quality storytelling. In this episode, Claire chats with Fariba Nawa, the award-winning investigative journalist behind the On Spec podcast. Fariba trains journalists worldwide to tell the stories they are personally connected to through sound, ultimately producing documentary journalism that rivals that of major broadcasters. Sinc…

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Variety and Value within Independent Podcasting 49:05

30d ago49:05

49:05

The lived experience of independent podcasters is one of both liberating freedom and unique challenges. How can the TrueFans listening platform address those challenges and help indie creators keep creating? Through an interview with Joana PR Neves, host of Exhibitionistas podcast, and conversations between Sam and Claire, this episode of Creators …

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Top Picks and Pauses 8:29

2M ago8:29

8:29

Claire and Sam announce a brief hiatus until June 16th, sharing podcast recommendations and answering listener questions about the TrueFans platform to tide listeners over during the break. • Claire recommends "Conning the Con" by Sarah Ferris, a true crime podcast about a family turning the tables on a con man • Sam suggests "The Snap," featuring …

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Independent Voices: Why TrueFans Matters for Creators 38:29

2M ago38:29

38:29

Introducing "Creators" - a podcast built specifically for independent content makers looking to break through the noise. Hosted by independent podcaster Claire Waite Brown and TrueFans CEO Sam Sethi, this podcast tackles the three essential challenges every creator faces: discovery, interactivity, and monetisation. The launch episode establishes th…

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From Wallets to Withdrawals: The Creator Economy Breakthrough 21:37

3M ago21:37

21:37

Clare Waite Brown and Sam Sethi kick off their brand-new podcast "Creators" with a deep dive into the evolving landscape of creator monetization. The groundbreaking news? TrueFans has just launched a much-requested feature allowing creators to withdraw micropayments directly to their bank accounts through Stripe integration. Gone are the days when …

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Welcome to Creators 1:36

3M ago1:36

1:36

Creators is a new weekly podcast from TrueFans. Each week, we will showcase an independent podcast creator and an independent music artist. We will also discuss a new TrueFans feature as well as look at what's going on more widely in the podcast world aka the podosphere. We are keen to hear from independent creators who would like to be featured on…

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Claire's Conclusion 7:21

3M ago7:21

7:21

The unexpected finale. A reflection on the twists and turns of this project, a last piece of homework, and lots of thank yous. Let me know what you want to hear next! Find podcasting resources, links and extra listening at Creativityfound.co.uk/podcasting Disclaimer Things change. Technologies improve. What is discussed in this episode is correct a…

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Is That It? 7:02

3M ago7:02

7:02

As we start to wind up this podcast course highlighting just a few Podcasting 2.0 features that I think will be most useful for podcasters and listeners, and the easiest to get to grips with and actually make work, I hope to have whet your appetite and left you wanting to know what to expect for the future in podcasting. If you are now hooked on ne…

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The Tech Stuff 9:02

3M ago9:02

9:02

Now that you understand what some of the Podcasting 2.0 features do, it's time to learn a little about how they get there! Sam Sethi joins me to explain more about the RSS feed, tags, the namespace and the Podcast Standards Project. Find podcasting resources, links and extra listening at Creativityfound.co.uk/podcasting Disclaimer Things change. Te…

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Wallets: Homework 5:27

3M ago5:27

5:27

How to deposit 'real' money to the TrueFans and Fountain podcast apps so you have funds for boosting and streaming should you want them. You'll also learn how creators can withdraw funds they've received from lovely fans. Tasks: Top up your TrueFans wallet. Open a Strike account. Deposit funds to your Fountain wallet. Withdraw funds from your Fount…

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Wallets 16:09

3M ago16:09

16:09

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 supp…

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Streaming: Homework 6:16

4M ago6:16

6:16

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. …

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Streaming 4:45

4M ago4:45

4:45

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. Find podcasting re…

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Boosts: Homework 8:34

4M ago8:34

8:34

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. Find podcasting resources, li…

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Boosts: Extra Credit 5:21

4M ago5:21

5:21

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

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Boosts 26:48

4M ago26:48

26:48

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…

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Power to the People 4:14

4M ago4:14

4:14

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 contin…

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Podroll: Homework 6:55

5M ago6:55

6:55

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 – …

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Podroll 7:57

5M ago7:57

7:57

Recommend podcasts you value to your listeners and share the love. With podroll, creators can curate a list of shows that align with their content and audience interests. In this episode, Buzzsprout's Jordan Blair details how the 2.0 podroll feature can enhance discoverability and foster a sense of community among podcasters. We discuss practical w…

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Transcripts: Extra Credit Homework 3:17

5M ago3:17

3:17

Explore transcripts and chapters in Apple Podcasts. Locate transcripts on Apple Podcasts, find out how chapters appear there, and learn how to ensure your transcribed content is presented exactly as you intend by clicking that toggle. Tasks: Locate the transcript for an episode on Apple Podcasts. Revise legacy chapters: Apple Podcasts supports thes…

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Transcripts: Extra Credit 14:22

5M ago14:22

14:22

James Cridland shares insights on Apple's initiative to integrate transcripts into their podcasting platform, and discusses the process they use to do so, which includes allowing the podcaster to supply their own Podcasting 2.0 transcript. Cridland emphasizes the importance of providing high-quality transcripts that not only enhance the listening e…

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Chapters: Podcasters' Homework 3:56

5M ago3:56

3:56

In making a transcript as instructed in the previous episode, you have possibly also generated suggestions for chapter markers. So, let's add the chapters to your audio file so the lovely modern podcast apps can display them to your audience. Task Manually input, or edit, chapter timestamps, headings, pictures and links. Find podcasting resources, …

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Transcripts: Homework 6:20

5M ago6:20

6:20

Explore how to find transcripts in modern podcast apps and how to make and upload transcripts as a podcaster. Tasks: Listeners Locate transcripts for episodes on modern listening apps. Search for key words or phrases. Tasks: Podcasters Make a transcript from your audio. Upload or copy and paste your transcript to your hosting company. Find podcasti…

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Transcripts 11:54

5M ago11:54

11:54

How transcripts enhance accessibility and improve content discoverability. Ellie Rubinstein, head of Pocket Casts, explains how transcripts serve as written versions of podcast episodes, making them searchable and enabling better audience engagement. In a crowded content environment, by attaching transcripts to their episodes using the Podcasting 2…

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Funding: Homework 5:54

6M ago5:54

5:54

Learn exactly how to donate money to your favourite shows using the funding feature on modern podcast apps, and, as a podcaster, how to set up this feature with your hosting company so your listeners can financially support you. Task: Listeners Find the funding symbol on some of the popular 2.0 listening apps. Task: Podcasters Set up your own fundi…

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Funding 12:11

6M ago12:11

12:11

How the funding feature within Podcasting 2.0 streamlines listener support for podcasters. Captivate's Danny Brown explains how the funding model enhances interactivity by making it easier for fans to contribute financially, whether it’s through Patreon, Buy Me a Coffee, or direct payments. The conversation emphasizes the importance of reducing bar…

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Super Chapters: Extra Credit 12:36

6M ago12:36

12:36

Look into the future as Daniel J. Lewis tells us all about super chapters and they potential they offer podcasters and podcast listeners. Earn some imaginary extra credit as you learn how super chapters could enable podcasters to incorporate polls, image galleries, and even formatted text blocks directly into their episodes. This innovation aims to…

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Chapters: Homework 6:15

6M ago6:15

6:15

This episode is all about how to navigate and make the most of chapters in relevant podcasting apps. Whether you're walking the dog or working out at the gym, you'll discover how easy it is to glance at your device and see not just the chapter title but also the associated image and links. Tasks Find the Play Screen on your podcast listening app – …

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Chapters 27:27

6M ago27:27

27:27

Chapters in podcasting are transforming the way listeners engage with audio content by allowing for a more interactive and visual experience. Daniel J. Lewis explains how these chapters function similarly to a slideshow, enhancing the listening experience with images and actionable links that can be updated independently from the audio file. This i…

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101 and 2.0: Extra Credit 17:47

6M ago17:47

17:47

Learn about the history of podcasting in it's first and second iterations from James Cridland, and earn yourself some extra imaginary credit! In this chat James shares insights on the origins of podcasting, tracing its roots back to a blog post written by Adam Curry in 2001 and the subsequent collaboration with Dave Weiner to develop RSS technology…

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101 and 2.0: Homework 7:11

6M ago7:11

7:11

Modern podcast apps and hosting platforms that support Podcasting 2.0 features can significantly enhance the podcasting experience. I’ve assigned some light homework for both creators and listeners to familiarize themselves with these apps and explore their functionalities. Tasks Start putting into action what you learnt in 101 and 2.0: Podcast Bas…

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101 and 2.0: Podcast Basics 19:37

6M ago19:37

19:37

Let’s talk about some very basic terminology around podcasting that will be beneficial as you progress through this podcast series. Podcasting 2.0 enhances the listener's experience through innovative features. Dave Jackson, a veteran in the podcasting world, discusses these advancements that bring more power to the listener. What is a podcast app/…

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Value for Value 15:15

6M ago15:15

15:15

The concept of value for value in the podcasting world explores how listeners who gain value from a show can return that value in the form of time, talent or treasure – or all three, which. would be nice! David and Leila Medus share their experiences and insights of listener support for their show Fun Fact Friday, and discuss the importance of comm…

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Traditional Monetization 19:41

6M ago19:41

19:41

Before we look into some of the monetization options within Podcasting 2.0, let's consider those that are traditionally recognized as income streams for podcasters. In this episode, Sarah Ferris and I discuss the pros and cons of: Paid advertising Sourcing sponsors Subscription models like Patreon, Buy Me a Coffee and Apple Subscriptions Affiliate …

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How Will This Help Me? 16:58

6M ago16:58

16:58

Let's talk about the three main hurdles faced by podcasters and podcast listeners, and start to consider how Podcasting 2.0 can help us leap effortlessly over them. Before we get onto the features – or tags – of Podcasting 2.0 – basically the things that you can do – I want to focus on why you need them and how they can help you, without going into…

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What to Expect 9:02

7M ago9:02

9:02

Why have you made this podcast Claire? And why should we bother to listen? In this introductory episode of Podcasting 2.0 in Practice, find out who I am and why I chose to make this show. You'll also learn how the show works, since this is not a passive listen but an interactive course. Find podcasting resources, links and extra listening at Creati…

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What is Podcasting 2.0, how do I use it, and why should I bother? 4:21

8M ago4:21

4:21

In this new course-style podcast we’ll look at the ways that Podcasting 2.0 features – also known as tags – can help podcast creators with discovery, interactivity, and monetization, and help listeners to support and contribute to the success of their favourite shows. I will be joining you in your learning as I chat with guest experts and ask the q…

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Have You Ever Filled a Bucket Full of Water and Then Spun it Around? 53:20

1+ y ago53:20

53:20

Welcome to our tenth episode! In this episode, we talked about pheromones, viral engineering, how a saw can stop your hand from getting chopped off, the total solar eclipse coming up in April, and centripetal force! We also discussed what happens when you're driven by fear or insecurity and room temperature superconductors! Are they real? :O Keep s…

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Peeing Into The River 51:21

2y ago51:21

51:21

Welcome to our ninth episode! In this episode, we talked about pee! And poop! And the process of gaining/losing weight on a boat, the rise of AI, auto-tune, voice changers, coding programs, super and quantum computers, and Q-bits! Keep sending us topics you'd like to know more about: @[email protected] Come back next time to learn about…

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Let's Think About it Logically for a Moment, in Spock's Name 57:20

2y ago57:20

57:20

Welcome to our eighth episode! In this episode, we talked about Google Map picture composites, satellites, definitions vs terminology, UFOs, space tourism, time travel, the relativity of morality and predicting the future. We also answered another e-mail, discussing our favorite Wii games. Keep sending us topics you'd like to know more about: @clai…

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I Feel Like My Brain Is Fragmenting 56:36

2y ago56:36

56:36

Welcome to our seventh episode! In this episode, we talked about overactive brains, hyper-fixation, the track of a bullet, routine, sleep, stainless steel, metal 3D printers, and cordyceps. We also answered another e-mail, discussing tornadoes and irrational fears. Keep sending us topics you'd like to know more about: @[email protected]…

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We Look At The Past Through Rose-Colored Glasses 1:01:17

2y ago1:01:17

1:01:17

Welcome to our sixth episode! In this episode, we talked about how river clams get their young to swim upstream, "brincles," the idea of a water-planet, echolocation, the natural color of rubber, and the non-existent potential of rubber cars. Come back next time to learn about stainless steel and metal 3D printers. Support the show…

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We Should Be Looking To Give Back 1:03:23

2+ y ago1:03:23

1:03:23

Welcome to our fifth episode! In this episode, we talked about how a gun (specifically the Barrett) can be both more and less accurate, evolution, deoxygenated water, 9-min old sun, the speed of light equalling the speed of time, what would happen to Earth if the sun disappeared, selfishness, not mattering as a positive idea, AND we answered an e-m…

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You're Gonna Let a 2 Month Old Baby Beat You? 1:11:55

2+ y ago1:11:55

1:11:55

Welcome to our fourth episode! In this episode, we talked about the process of how caramel is made, cultural appropriation, hallucinations, 20-20 vision, dominant and receive genes, genetic mutation, striker fire vs hammer fire guns, bullet variations, AND we answered an e-mail topic this week on dreams! Come back next time to learn about how a gun…

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It's Really Easy to Fool Someone But It's Almost Impossible to Convince Them That They Have Been Fooled 1:07:14

2+ y ago1:07:14

1:07:14

Welcome to our third episode! In this episode, we talked about white phosphorous night vision, why wings make you fly, how engines work, methane, dinosaur babies, rabies, cordyceps, and rayleigh scattering (why the sky is "blue")! We totally forgot what we talked about the week before... so come back next time to learn about dominant and recessive …

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Morals Are The Mathematical Reduction of The Healthiest and Best Way to Live 1:00:17

2+ y ago1:00:17

1:00:17

Welcome to our second episode! In this episode, we talked about Pippin's rattlesnake bite, cephalopods, what Venezuela IS known for, the invention of cheese, RNA vs DNA, what RNA therapy actually is, and CRISPR (Clustered Regularly Interspaced Short Palindromic Repeats) aka "Designer Babies". Come back next time to learn about dominant and recessiv…

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Science Does Not Have All The Answers And Any Good Scientist Will Tell You That 1:04:00

2+ y ago1:04:00

1:04:00

Welcome to our first episode! In this episode we discuss A LOT. We covered the bi-pass maximum, the poly-exclusion theory (the space between atoms and why we don't technically ever touch anything), NASA's latest Planetary Defense test with impacting asteroids, the difference between mass and matter, and abiogenesis (spontaneous evolution). Come bac…

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