Google to Discontinue Standalone Google Podcasts App and Enhance Podcast Experience on YouTube Music
In a recent announcement, Google revealed its plans to discontinue the standalone Google Podcasts app by 2024. Instead, the company will be focusing on improving the podcast experience on YouTube Music.
Looking ahead to 2024, YouTube is determined to invest more in enhancing the podcast experience on its platform. This strategic shift aims to create a superior platform that caters to both podcast enthusiasts and creators. Exciting additions will include YouTube-exclusive features that foster community engagement, facilitate discovery, and offer seamless audiovisual transitions.
To ensure a smooth transition, Google is collaborating with podcasters and listeners. YouTube Music is also developing migration tools, such as the ability to import podcast RSS feeds and export show subscriptions to other platforms. This means that podcasters will have access to powerful creation and analytics tools, as well as a wider reach through YouTube Music’s extensive user base. Although the transition will take time, the company promises an enhanced podcast experience for everyone involved.
In the meantime, YouTube, YouTube Music, and Google Podcasts will continue to operate as usual. Stay tuned for more updates on this transformative journey in the upcoming months.