Understanding Platform Fees: Best Options for Podcast Donations and Premium Content
Value for Value or (podcasting 2.0) is NOT just about streaming Satoshi's (a very small amount of bitcoin). Today, we will discuss asking for support and what tools fit best for your situation.
I may earn a small commission for some of these as I participate in their affiliate program. This costs you nothing and supports the show.
Got Feedback On This Episode?
I'd love to hear what you thought about this episode. If you have a minute or two, it's less than five questions and works great on your phone or computer.
Platforms Discussed:
Donation Only (No RSS Tools)
Premium Content Tools
All of these platforms have their own strengths. If I just wanted to accept money, I'd use Buy Me a Coffee. If I wanted to sell premium content, I would use Supercast (although Captivate and Buzzsprout are very attractive if you are using them for hosting). Supercast has a super easy onboarding for new listeners with a two-click install, and their percentage is in alignment with others (if not less).
Keep In Mind:
A show with WOW content will likely get around 3% of its audience to engage.
New podcasters should focus on building great content and their audience instead of monetizing, which can lead to disappointment.
There are MANY other ways to make money with your podcast besides advertising and asking for support. See my book Profit From Your Podcast.
Full details at schoolofpodcasting.com/947
Because of Podcast
Congrats to James Cridlan of Podnews who was asked to come on BBC News and discuss the new deal with Kelsie brothers podcast. Check out how this happened in his article.
Jen Bryney of Congressional Dish got to cover both the Republican and Democratic party events via her connections with C-Span. Jenn your video from outside the DNC was touching. Keep up the great work.
Join the School of Podcasting Community Risk-Free
Are you looking to start your own podcast but don't know where to begin? Look no further than the School of Podcasting. Our comprehensive online courses and one-on-one coaching will teach you everything you need to know, from equipment and editing to marketing and monetization. With our proven methods and unlimited one-on-one consulting, you'll be creating high-quality, engaging content in no time. Say goodbye to the frustration and uncertainty and hello to a successful podcasting career with the School of Podcasting.
Use the coupon code schoolofpodcasting.com/listener to save on a monthly or yearly subscription.
Mentioned In This Episode
Join the School of Podcasting Community
Mentioned in this episode:
Live Appearances - I'd Love To Meet You!
AUGUST 18-21, 2025 Podcast Movement, Dallas TX. (So Many Ways To Monetize Which One is Best For You? Talk). August 24-26, 2025 CEX, Cleveland, Oh. The Event for Content Entrepreneurs September 26-28 2005 Empowered Podcasting Conference, Uptown Charlotte, NC
Quit Thinking About It and START THAT PODCAST
If you have ever turned down the radio to hear your phone in the car, you know how to mix audio. If you have ever attached a photo to an email, you know how to upload an mp3 to a media host. Deleting text in Word is the same as delete audio in audacity. Yes, there is a learning curve but it's not as scary as you think. I'll be there the whole way, and you can join worry free with a 30 day money-back guarantee. Go to schoolofpodcasting.com/join
Check Out Dave's Newsletter With Behind the Scenes Content
In each issue of Podcasting Observations, I share my thoughts on what is happening in the podcasting space, my latest content, and things that have caught my eye. I also may ask for your opinion. Join the free community
Question of the Month August 2025
Mark form Podcastbranding.co wants to know if you've ever hired someone to help you with your podcast? If so, for what purpose and were you satisfied with the outcome? Go to www.schoolofpodcasting.com and answer the question by August 22nd 2025. When you answer the question, tell us a little bit about your show (elevator pitch) and where we can find it (your website so I can link to it)