in some attempt to maximize "engagement" metrics it's sacrificing intimacy and convenience that made it viable for the "bedtime" or "commute" listener in the first place.
If I have to keep my screen active to hear the content, it's really not a podcast anymore, it's like a hostage situation for my battery life lol
EvanAnderson•1h ago
The other side is a problem, too.
I don't want podcasts exclusively on YouTube because my podcast downloading pipeline isn't equipped to handle downloading YouTube videos and ripping the audio.
goekjclo•1h ago
If I have to keep my screen active to hear the content, it's really not a podcast anymore, it's like a hostage situation for my battery life lol