J.R. Sparrow returns to West Virginia and Common Place, sharing their experience in podcasting since 2017.Explains the journey with various podcasting platforms, particularly highlighting encounters with Anchor (now owned by Spotify) and Spotify itself.Journey with Anchor and Spotify:Details initial involvement with Anchor as a preferred platform for podcasting.Describes the frustration with discrepancies in payments and analytics, feeling mistreated by Spotify's handling of payments.Reflects on the evolution of their podcast from a hobby to a potential business and the challenges faced with platforms prioritizing larger podcasts.Encounter with Apple Podcasts:Discusses issues faced with Apple Podcasts, including discrepancies in analytics and the inconvenience of their subscription service for podcasters.Learning from Mistakes:Acknowledges personal mistakes, such as initially not investing in podcasting tools and services.Emphasizes the importance of investing in oneself and the podcast once it gains traction.Conclusion:Expresses frustration with major podcasting platforms favoring bigger names and companies over independent podcasters.Provides insights for aspiring podcasters, advising a balance between utilizing free services initially and investing in oneself as the podcast grows.Final Sign-Off:Invites listeners to explore their various podcasting shows available on different platforms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.