The "Doctor" in Your Earbuds May Not Be Real: 8 Questions to Ask Before You Trust a Health Podcast
AI-generated characters are calling themselves doctors and giving health advice to vulnerable people

AI-generated characters are calling themselves doctors and giving health advice to vulnerable people

If you've outgrown your podcast hosting provider — or you're ready to take advantage of more professional features — you're not alone. Most podcasters choose a host when they're just starting out, and what works at the beginning doesn't always keep up with a growing show. Better analytics, video integration, and dynamic ad capabilities are some of the most common reasons podcasters make the move.

Listening to health podcasts doesn't require technical expertise or expensive equipment. Choose an app that fits your platform and preferences, download a few episodes, and give them a try during your next commute or workout.

Make your healthcare podcast discoverable with this essential guide. Learn where to distribute your show, how to optimize for search, and why your podcast website matters for reaching the right audience.

Growing a healthcare podcast can feel like shouting into the void. You create valuable content, interview experts, and try to reach patients or providers who need this information. But how do you actually get your podcast in front of the right listeners?

Ever wonder what podcasts and milkshakes have in common? No, it's not just that they're both cool. Or that they're easy to consume. (Though both are true.) Harvard professor Clay Christensen tells a story in his 2003 book "The Innovator's Solution" about a fast-food chain trying to boost milkshake sales.

Position your organization at the forefront of this transformative medium that’s reshaping how health information reaches healthcare professionals, communities, caregivers, and patients.
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