Josh, this such a spectacular post. True blue community service and I thank you it, as I believe many others will too. So much of it resonated with me as we wake up every morning and build tools to make wishlists like yours reality at our company Adori Labs. Our interactive audio platform recently launched an end-to-end product for the podcasting industry focused on transforming a static leanback experience (something that increasingly does not work, esp by millennial and young consumers using Insa stories and Tik Tok) to something far more engaging and actionable as they consume.
Would you give our podcast reference app at tiny.cc/AdoriApp a whirl? Go the Interactive tab to see examples of how we allow creators/publishers to enhance the content just like you envisioned in your post. Benefit from relevant content augmentation, ads with embedded visuals & instant fulfillment, and deeper attribution and engagement analytics.
I shall send you an email with more information to see if we can find a way to work together.
Many congratulations on the success of Morning Brew!
