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• Apple Podcasts released its list of “Best So Far” shows - which “recognizes some of the best podcast shows and seasons since the beginning of the year.” The lists are localised for some countries - so Podnews today carries a list of all the countries we could find with a “best-of” list. It shows the focus of Apple - listeners in mainland Europe, most of Latin America and much of Asia don’t get a list, while Brazil is the only country we can find that lists non-English language podcasts in its Best So Far.
• GuestMatch.Pro has launched in beta - from Blubrry, it’s designed to connect content creators, specialists, and agencies for interview opportunities. For the first 90 days, it’s 100% free for everyone (and will remain free for Blubrry customers). You’ll find our Editor there already!
• Spotify is to cease support for comments for podcasts in Nigeria. We’ve asked Spotify for comment: it may be related to proposed laws in Nigeria for social media platforms.

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