Ever wondered why podcasting has such a magnetic pull, or what makes it so distinctively charming in the sea of digital media? Podcasting's simplicity and authenticity forge a connection that's tough to replicate.  We discuss the balance between staying true to traditional audio roots and embracing the visual domain, all while questioning what 'authenticity' really means when the production value climbs. Links mentioned in this episode:Buzzsprout Blog: There's Something Special About PodcastingWhy Gen Z's Biggest Podcasters Are Working From BedTracking iOS 17 Download ChangesBuzzsprout Platform Stats? Sound-Off Question: What was the best podcast episode you listened to in 2023?To have your response featured on our next episode, leave a 30-second voice message at podinbox.com/buzzsprout, send a boostagram, or tweet the answer @BuzzcastPodcast!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!