John Wordock
@johnwordock.bsky.social
Multimedia journalist & podcast evangelist since 2006
A tough week at Cumulus, where layoffs have hit the podcast network. I write about my time there and some favorite memories johnwordock.substack.com/p/rememberin...
Remembering Better Days at Cumulus
Layoffs at Cumulus Podcast Network serve as a reminder - nothing lasts forever. I look back at some favorite memories and people who made them.
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Netflix and Video Podcasts: Nothing to See Here open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
Netflix and Video Podcasts: Nothing to See Here
I watched the Netflix earnings call. What did the streaming king say about video podcasts? Very little, actually. Comments on the subject ran just over a minute.
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For Podcast Movement, I put together a panel with Emma Sweet from YouTube, Neil Mody from Headliner and Sharon Taylor from Triton Digital called "What Now? What's New with YouTube, Video, AI." We'd love your support! Vote for us here: podcastmovement.fider.io/posts/116/wh...
Thanks for having me on the podcast Chris! Had a great time
Chris Hill@chrishillalx.bsky.social · 2mo ago"My job was hitting the deadline, not the jackpot." @johnwordock.bsky.social spent 30 years inside Bloomberg, WSJ, and MarketWatch. How he invests may surprise you. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...
Some cool statues arrived today. Thank you for your support! open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
A Special Note to My Readers
This column blends two passions of mine - writing and podcasting. So I appreciate your support and I'm thrilled to share some great news.
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What podcasters can learn from the death of CBS News Radio open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
Requiem for CBS News Radio
The 99-year old radio operation at CBS News was the gold standard for broadcast journalism. But that mattered little in an age of YouTube and TikTok. What can podcasters learn?
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With Stephen Colbert leaving the Late Show on CBS this week, I've been thinking about him as a podcaster. Plus, some news about my Substack column. open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
Stephen Colbert: What to Name His Podcast
The host of the Late Show is airing his last CBS show this week. So what should he name his podcast if he launches a new one? Plus, an update about this column.
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Prepping for my panel discussion today at the NAB Show in Las Vegas
With Netflix pushing into podcasts, I have so many questions... open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
My Questions for Netflix About Podcasting
I watched the Netflix earnings call so you wouldn't have to. Here are questions I would have asked executives about podcasting.
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How should podcasters handle the War with Iran? Consider these Five E's and read more here: open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
My thoughts on my hometown paper, its sports coverage, and its flagship podcast open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
Darkness at The Washington Post
Massive layoffs at the legendary news organization will impact podcasts and much, much more. Plus, just who was listening to the Post Reports podcast?
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Had a blast at this year’s @podfestexpo.bsky.social talking YouTube and podcasts. Thanks to everyone who attended and stayed afterward to ask questions!
Attending Podfest Multimedia Expo in Orlando? You're cordially invited to "Building a YouTube channel: No Hammer Required" on Saturday, Jan 17 at 10am ET. With the rise of video, YouTube, and Smart TVs, this subject is near and dear to my heart. So come see my talk at #podfest26.
Washington, D.C. is off to a windy start to 2026. Happy New Year!
What's on your mind about podcasting? For me, I have lots of questions as we move into 2026 open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
26 Questions About Podcasting in 2026
As we head into a new year, I have tons of questions about Netflix, YouTube, AI and the overall competitive landscape.
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I wrote and narrated this special poem about podcasting. Happy holidays! open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
'Twas the Night Before Podcasting
In the holiday spirit I penned this special poem. I also recorded my narration. So press the Play button and enjoy with a cup of holiday cheer.
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Who and what made my list for notable moments in podcasting? open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
My 6-7 Biggest Podcast Stories for 2025
What were my picks for major moments this year? Plus, listen to my interview with the CEO of OpusClip.
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It's not White Christmas. But I created a holiday song about podcasting. open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
Enjoy My Holiday Song: Podcast Bells
In the holiday spirit, I used AI to create a song about the news hounds and pundits in the podcast space.
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Who was naughty and who was nice this year in podcasting? I make a list. open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
My Naughty and Nice List for 2025
From Taylor Swift to Wondery, we witnessed some real highs and lows in podcasting this year.
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I run through which podcasts are like your favorite Thanksgiving foods open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
Serving Thanksgiving Dinner, Podcast-Style
If podcasts represented Thanksgiving foods, what would you serve? Who's the cranberry sauce? Who's apple pie? And is Joe Rogan the turkey?
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Listening app TuneIn is getting a new owner. Maybe Stingray can improve the podcast experience. open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
How to Fix Podcasts on TuneIn
I love the listening app for radio. But not for podcasts. With a new owner on the horizon, I list ways TuneIn can improve the overall podcast experience.
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I run through ideas podcasters should consider in this economic climate open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
Navigating the Weird Economy: What Podcasters Should Do
The U.S. economy has been flashing troubling signs lately. I list eight ideas podcasters should pursue now in case things worsen. Plus, some inspiration from the Bee Gees.
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Podcasts played key role in shaping New York City, New Jersey races open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
Want to Win an Election? Better Have a Podcast Strategy
New data reveals the winning New York City and New Jersey candidates used podcasts to outmaneuver their challengers. Plus, Q and A with Edison's Gabriel Soto
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If you're in podcasting, you have much to consider as we head toward the new year open.substack.com/pub/johnword...
The Road Ahead in 2026
What should you think about for the new year? I run down five important areas for your podcast or podcast network.
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