Apple Podcasts Subscriptions And Channels Now Available

Apple is now rolling out its new podcast subscription and channels initiative. Apple Podcasts Subscriptions allow creators to host bonus content and ad-free versions of their shows, in exchange for a monthly subscription.

Apple has partnered with large podcasts networks including Wondery and Luminary to get their paywalled shows available inside Apple Podcasts app.

Podcasts Subscriptions have been met with some criticism by the podcast community in large part because of Apple’s high fees. Apple takes 30% commission on all podcasts subscriptions and purchases made inside Apple Podcasts are not exposed to third-party clients.