KALAMAZOO, Mich., Sept. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In a strategic move to transform how podcast success is measured and leveraged for business impact, PodEngine, a leader in podcast analytics and artificial intelligence, has partnered with Interview Valet, the premier podcast interview marketing agency, to launch the Podcast Authority Score, a first-of-its-kind solution that provides transparent, actionable insights into podcast quality and business impact.
Solving a Critical Industry Challenge
The podcasting industry has long struggled with unreliable and misleading performance metrics. Traditional metrics such as downloads and estimated audience sizes fail to provide the insights businesses need when determining where to invest their guest appearances, often leading to missed opportunities and wasted resources.
“Too often, the best opportunities are overlooked because current benchmarks simply don’t reflect what drives real business results,” said Joe Tannorella, PodEngine’s Founder and Head of Product. “Audience estimates are opaque at best and irrelevant at worst. The industry needed a better solution.”
A Strategic Partnership Built on Complementary Expertise
PodEngine brings world-class capabilities in external data collection, AI, and business intelligence, while Interview Valet contributes recognized expertise in podcast interview marketing with deep knowledge of what makes guest appearances truly effective.
Together, the companies have created a comprehensive system that analyzes podcasts at scale while applying real-world success criteria to deliver meaningful business insights.
Introducing the Podcast Authority Score
The Podcast Authority Score goes far beyond simple download counts. It leverages hundreds of transparent data points and advanced algorithms to analyze:
- Authority within specific niches
- Audience engagement metrics
- Marketing impact potential
- Production quality standards
- Social media reach and influence
By comparing podcasts within relevant categories and incorporating tailored criteria for each client’s unique objectives, the score provides context-rich insights that adapt to specific business goals. Whether targeting niche software developers or seeking broad thought leadership platforms, the Podcast Authority Score aligns with diverse strategic priorities.
This transparency and adaptability create value for both guests selecting optimal shows and hosts seeking to enhance their platforms’ effectiveness.
Setting New Industry Standards
“Our vision is to do for podcasts what Google did for websites,” says Interview Valet Founder Tom Schwab. “By providing visibility into what makes a podcast effective, we’re encouraging the industry to focus on real value – content quality, engagement, and impact – rather than vanity metrics.”
The Podcast Authority Score is positioned to revolutionize guest-show matching, ensuring better results for businesses and higher-quality content for listeners. As an evolving innovation, the platform will continue to improve through ongoing refinement of data collection processes, expanded tracking metrics, and enhanced intelligence capabilities.
The Podcast Authority Score is designed specifically for the podcasting community, bringing much-needed clarity, value, and accountability to an industry that has historically lacked transparent benchmarks. The development team welcomes feedback and collaboration to continuously improve the platform and elevate podcasting standards for hosts, guests, and audiences alike.
For media inquiries or information about accessing the Podcast Authority Score:
Joe Tannorella
PodEngine Founder & Head of Product
[email protected]
www.PodEngine.ai
Tiffany Meenk
Interview Valet Marketing Manage
405-473-6185
[email protected]
www.InterviewValet.com
About PodEngine
PodEngine is a leading provider of podcast analytics and artificial intelligence solutions, dedicated to transforming how podcast performance is measured and optimized for business success.
About Interview Valet
Interview Valet is the premier podcast interview marketing agency, specializing in connecting thought leaders and business experts with high-impact podcast opportunities that drive measurable business results.
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