{"id":137474,"date":"2019-05-08T22:20:12","date_gmt":"2019-05-08T22:20:12","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/sftarticles.wpenginepowered.com\/en\/?p=137474"},"modified":"2025-07-01T22:00:30","modified_gmt":"2025-07-02T05:00:30","slug":"add-podcast-to-stitcher","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cms-articles.softonic.io\/en\/add-podcast-to-stitcher\/","title":{"rendered":"How to submit your podcast to Stitcher"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Making<\/p>\n

So, you\u2019ve created a podcast<\/strong> poised to become the next big thing in true crime<\/strong>, pop-culture<\/strong>, or something new altogether.<\/p>\n

Now, you’re thinking distribution, expansion, and the ability to monetize<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Your next move is to submit your podcast to a few platforms. Think Apple<\/strong><\/a>, Google Play<\/strong>, Spotify<\/strong><\/a>, and of course, Stitcher<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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Below, we’ll look at what it takes to get your podcast on to the popular platform. Although, standing out in a sea of aspiring podcasters may well be another story for another time.<\/p>\n

How to get your podcast on Stitcher<\/h2>\n

Getting your podcast on Stitcher is relatively easy. All you\u2019ll need to do is head over to the official website, and create a content provider profile<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"apply<\/p>\n

Once you\u2019ve created a login, click the “Add Shows”<\/strong> tab in the top navigation.<\/p>\n

Add your RSS feed, show details, and hit submit<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

That said, there\u2019s more to it than adding your RSS link. To find your RSS link, you\u2019ll need to go to your podcast hosting platform \u2014 BluBrry<\/strong>, Spreaker<\/strong>, Libsyn<\/strong>, etc. From there, you can get the link.<\/p>\n

Adding your link will provide Stitcher with your podcast\u2019s metadata, but you can customize further once you\u2019ve connected your episodes.<\/p>\n

\"BluBrry\"<\/p>\n

You can add a description<\/strong> that lets your audience know what each episode is about. This is better than lumping everything together under one umbrella description.<\/p>\n

You\u2019ll need to make sure you have a unique podcast title \u2014 hopefully, you\u2019ve done this before you hit the record button the first time. However, we\u2019d advise double checking that no one else is already using the name of your show.<\/strong><\/p>\n

You\u2019ll also need to make sure your podcast artwork<\/strong> is 1,400 x 1,400 pixels, and in either PNG or JPG file format. Also, audio files must be in MP3 or M4a format.<\/p>\n

Once all of those components are in place, you’ll just kick back and wait for approval.<\/p>\n

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We should also mention that adding your show doesn\u2019t mean you have a blanket approval for all future episodes. Stitcher manually approves each episode\u00a0<\/strong>and can take up to a week to approve each show.<\/p>\n

Keep that in mind if you\u2019re posting on a regular schedule, as fans will expect shows to drop at a specific time each week.<\/p>\n

What\u2019s the deal with Stitcher approval times?<\/h2>\n

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Good question. The Stitcher website isn\u2019t especially forthcoming about who gets approved, and why, at least not at first glance.<\/p>\n

According to a user on Reddit’s r\/podcasting, Stitcher takes about an hour<\/strong> to approve content creator applications.<\/p>\n

In that same thread, a few users mention that Apple Podcasts can take up to two weeks<\/strong> to grant their approval. Other platforms like Spotify and Google Play take a few hours.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Now, this is all anecdotal. It\u2019s worth pointing out that approval times might vary based on factors such as listenership or whether you\u2019ve submitted the requested information correctly.<\/p>\n

After the initial approval, the platform may take a few days to approve each episode. So, you might want to front-load your content in order to make sure you can schedule regular drops.<\/p>\n

Can you make money on Stitcher?<\/h2>\n

\"Make<\/p>\n

Yes, but Stitcher won\u2019t pay you outright.<\/strong> The whole purpose of Stitcher is to help you extend your reach to more listeners. However, you\u2019ll need to establish partnerships with advertisers<\/strong> on your own.<\/p>\n

According to the platform\u2019s Content Provider page<\/a>, podcasters who can grow a larger audience may be eligible to participate in the platform\u2019s revenue sharing program.<\/strong><\/p>\n

But, if you\u2019re just starting out, your best bet is to work on growing your audience on your own.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Promoting a podcast can turn into a full-time effort, just like any form of marketing.<\/p>\n

Again, Stitcher isn\u2019t the only place where you can submit your podcast. For best results, you should submit your podcast to Apple, Spotify, Google. From there, promote your podcast like crazy on social media.<\/p>\n

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