Spotify will now present users with podcast recommendations each day. The new feature is titled 'Your Daily Podcasts,' and it is generated based on the user's previous listening habits. Spotify derives its podcast recommendations in a very similar way to its daily music playlists.
The company will attempt to not spoil podcasts for its users. This will be done by not recommending latter episodes in a series if users haven't listened to previous episodes.
Spotify has seen success by expanding its podcast content, and the company stated that it has had "exponential growth in podcast hours streamed." The feature will be available to users in the United States, Germany, Sweden, Brazil, Mexico, Canada, Australia and in other locations.
Mobile Podcast Recommendations
Spotify's 'Your Daily Podcast' Playlist is Based on User History
Trend Themes
1. Personalized Podcast Recommendations - Spotify's 'Your Daily Podcast' playlist offers personalized podcast recommendations based on users' listening habits.
2. Seamless Podcast Series Suggestions - Spotify ensures a seamless listening experience by not recommending latter episodes in a series if users haven't listened to previous episodes.
3. Podcast Streaming Growth - Spotify has experienced exponential growth in podcast hours streamed and continues to expand its podcast content.
Industry Implications
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3. Media and Entertainment - The media and entertainment industry can capitalize on the growing popularity of podcast streaming by investing in podcast content and platforms.