From Launch to Sunset
Google launched its dedicated Google Podcasts app in June 2018, aiming to use AI to recommend episodes based on your listening habits.
Key Features
- Sync Across Cloud: Start an episode on your phone, finish it on your Google Home.
- Clean Interface: A minimalist design that focused purely on content.
The End of the Road
Google discontinued Google Podcasts in 2024, migrating all podcast features to YouTube Music. This move was part of a broader strategy to consolidate audio and video content under the YouTube brand.