How to Read Your Stats

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Send a question for 'Ask Megan' You check your podcast stats and notice one platform has a much bigger number than the others. It’s tempting to think that’s where you should put more of your time. But first, it helps to know what’s being counted. This week on Buzzcast, the team explains why a view, a play, and a download aren’t interchangeable, and why adding them together won’t necessarily tell you how many people you’re reaching. The conversation also gets into what to look at beyond the totals. Seeing where listeners stop listening can help you improve an episode, while a thoughtful Fan Mail message tells you what actually connected with someone. Listen to this week’s Buzzcast to understand what your numbers mean and which ones deserve your attention. Listen to Buzzcast → Episode of the Week My pick this week is from Podcasting Made Simple. Alex Sanfilippo shares his three R’s to help you prepare with intention and make listeners feel like they’re part of the conversation. Listen to the episode → What’s New at Buzzsprout? Meet the Podcast Starter Kit Got an idea for a new podcast? Answer five questions, and the Podcast Starter Kit will give you title, description,