Tom Rossi joins us as we take a deep-dive into the bizarre world of fake podcasts on platforms like TikTok and Twitter, unmasking the intentions behind these deceitful strategies. From an analysis of Twitter's recent rebranding to a conversation about the sponsorship opportunity to Rails World, this episode is loaded with insights for all podcast enthusiasts.We're thrilled to announce a new Buzzsprout Conversations video with the incredible radio host, MTV VJ, and co-founder of podcasting, Adam Curry. Also, we delve into the potential of TikTok's new feature that allows podcasters to link their RSS feed to the platform. And did you know that some libraries offer recording booths for patrons? Discover more such intriguing nuggets in this episode of Buzzcast!View the DISCUSSION THREAD on Twitter!Special thanks to Tom Rossi for joining us! You can find him on Twitter (X) @tomrossi7 FAKE PODCASTSInfluencers and hustle bros are faking podcasts to look more official. Watch the wild and humorous video by Jaime French to learn all about it. RAILS WORLD AMSTERDAMApply to the Rails World Podcast program for the opportunity to get a conference ticket, 3-night hotel stay, and a recording space! Deadline is August 7th, 2023.TWITTER / XTwitter is now simply "X". COHOST AI FOR MORE LANGUAGESBuzzsprout's Cohost AI now works with Spanish, French, Portuguese, Italian, German, Indonesian, Swedish, Czech, and Hungarian. PODBASEPodbase (by Charles Wiltgen) now tests whether or not RSS feeds follow the Podcast Standards Project standard for RSS feeds.TIKTOK LINKS TO PODCASTSTikTok is sending invitations to podcasters to link their RSS feed to the app. RIVERSIDE MAGIC CLIPSRiverside now has an AI tool called Magic Clips to find the best clips for social media. PODBOOK We got one thanks to Podium! Check out our How To Start A Podcast PodbookBUZZSPROUT CONVERSATIONS: ADAM CURRYWatch the interview on the Buzzsprout YouTube channel!? SOUND-OFF QUESTION: What is your "why" or inspiration behind starting your podcast?To have your response featured on our next episode, leave a 30-second voice message at podinbox.com/buzzsprout✉️ Mailbag Episode SubmissionsWe need your questions! Ask us at podinbox.com/buzzsprout or send an email to support@buzzsprout.com with the subject line "Buzzcast Mailbag" before August 18th. Support the showContact Buzzcast• Tweet us at @buzzcastpodcast, @albanbrooke, @kfinn, and @JordanPods• Send a "boostagram" through Fountain or Castamatic• Email us at support@buzzsprout.comThanks for listening & keep podcasting!