Simplecast

Simplecast is hosting for shows that answer to somebody, whether that is a network, a sponsor or a client. Downloads are measured to the IAB standard, listener numbers are broken out by episode and market, and the embeddable player is one of the few that does not look borrowed. Distribution to the directories is handled once at setup. Plans are sold by monthly download allowance rather than by episode count, so a show that publishes often is not penalised for it.

Basic is $15 a month, or $13.50 if prepaid annually, and includes 20,000 downloads a month. Essential is $35, or $31.50 prepaid, and includes 50,000. Larger allowances are quoted above that. Every plan carries a 14-day trial the vendor describes as commitment free.

Shows with a sponsor or a network to report to, where the analytics are part of the deliverable rather than a curiosity.