How to List Your Podcast on Podbean Directory
Podbean is both a podcast hosting platform and a podcast directory/app. Even if you host elsewhere (like Dispatch), you can get your podcast listed in Podbean's directory to reach their listener community.
Why Podbean Directory Matters
- Large community: Millions of Podbean app users
- Podcast listener app: Dedicated listening audience
- Discovery features: Categories and recommendations
- Social features: Comments and likes
- Free to list: No cost for external podcasts
Podbean as a Directory vs Host
Important distinction:
- Podbean Hosting: Where podcasts are hosted
- Podbean Directory: Where podcasts are discovered
- You can use the directory without hosting on Podbean
How Podbean Indexes Podcasts
Podbean's directory includes:
- Podcasts hosted on Podbean
- Podcasts from Apple Podcasts
- Manually submitted feeds
Checking Your Listing
- Go to podbean.com
- Use the search function
- Or check the Podbean app
Submitting to Podbean Directory
Via Apple Podcasts (Automatic)
- Get listed on Apple Podcasts
- Podbean may index automatically
- Check after a few days
Direct RSS Submission
- Visit podbean.com/site/submitPodcast
- Enter your RSS feed URL:
https://feeds.dispatch.fm/your-podcast-slug - Complete submission form
- Submit for review
Via Podbean App
- Download Podbean app
- Search for "Add by RSS"
- Enter your feed URL
- Add to your subscriptions
Podbean App Features
For Listeners
- Stream or download episodes
- Variable playback speed
- Sleep timer
- Car mode
- Social interaction
Discovery
- Featured podcasts
- Category browsing
- Charts and trending
- Recommendations
Claiming Your Podcast on Podbean
If you want to manage your listing:
- Create Podbean account
- Go to Podcast Directory
- Find your podcast
- Request to claim
- Verify ownership
Podbean Community
Engage with Podbean listeners:
- In-app comments
- Likes on episodes
- Follower counts
- Social sharing
Optimizing for Podbean
- Complete metadata: All fields matter
- Quality artwork: Displays in app
- Regular episodes: Active shows perform better
- Engage comments: Build community
Troubleshooting
Not Found in Directory
- Submit RSS directly
- Ensure Apple Podcasts listing
- Wait for indexing (may take days)
Episodes Not Syncing
- Podbean syncs periodically
- Submit feed again to refresh
- Contact support for issues
Claim Challenges
- Must verify ownership
- Email must match RSS feed
- Contact support for help