How Podcast RSS Feeds Really Work (and Why They Power Everything at Parla)

Why We Built Parla Links

Thousands of great podcasts miss out on growth, sponsorships, and guests simply because there's no easy way to reach them. In this episode, I share how Parla Links makes it effortless to launch a professional website for your show — so you can get discovered and connect faster. 👉 Claim yours now at link.parla.fm [https://link.parla.fm]

Inside the Podcast That Pulls in $1.25 Million Per Episode

Acquired has built a podcast business that defies expectations—earning over $4 million per season through a mix of premium sponsorships, back catalog inventory, and speaking engagements. Their secret? An elite, highly engaged audience that trusts the hosts and tunes in for hours at a time. * Each 4-episode season includes a $1.5M Presenting sponsorship—already sold out * 35% of listeners are C-level or VP executives, with strong representation in VC, tech, and finance * Sponsors see real ROI, including 50+ customer conversions from a single season 👉 Read the full article at parla.fm/blog/inside-the-podcast-that-pulls-in-1-million-per-episode [https://www.parla.fm/blog/inside-the-podcast-that-pulls-in-1-million-per-episode]

Podcasters Are the Ultimate Influencers

Influencer marketing is maturing fast—and podcast hosts are emerging as some of the most trusted and valuable creators in the space. With loyal, high-intent audiences and deep storytelling formats, podcasts are quickly becoming a cornerstone of modern media strategies. * 60% of marketers say influencer marketing is growing in importance, with budgets rising in 2025 * Podcast listeners are more affluent, educated, and deeply engaged compared to other platforms * Parla helps brands and agencies find the right shows, measure reach, and connect directly with hosts 👉 Read the full article at parla.fm/blog/podcasters-are-the-ultimate-influencers [https://www.parla.fm/blog/podcasters-are-the-ultimate-influencers]

The One Stat You Should Be Paying Attention to in Podcasting Right Now

The average weekly podcast listener now consumes eight episodes per week—a powerful signal that podcast audiences are deeply engaged and growing fast. With 34% of the U.S. population tuning in weekly and listenership rising sharply among women, podcasts are winning in the attention economy. For brands, marketers, and storytellers, this isn’t just a trend—it’s a massive opportunity. 👉 Read the full article at parla.fm/blog/the-one-stat-you-should-be-paying-attention-to-in-podcasting-right-now [https://www.parla.fm/blog/the-one-stat-you-should-be-paying-attention-to-in-podcasting-right-now]

How Podcast RSS Feeds Really Work (and Why They Power Everything at Parla)

Most people don’t realize podcasts aren’t hosted on Spotify or Apple—they’re powered by open RSS feeds that anyone can access. Parla uses this decentralized infrastructure to index over 1 million shows and 150 million episodes, making the entire podcast universe searchable and readable with AI-generated transcripts. From deep research to quick discovery, it’s the smartest way to explore podcasts. 👉 Read the full post at parla.fm/blog/how-podcast-rss-feeds-really-work [https://www.parla.fm/blog/how-podcast-rss-feeds-really-work]