Why Full Songs Aren't Featured in Podcasts: Explained

Podcasts are a major hit, with over 500 million listeners globally, offering a wide range of content including music, despite a lack of full songs. The complex issue stems from long-standing systems developed for radio and streaming platforms, which make tracking and compensating artists, publishers, and labels easier. Unlike radio or streaming, there's no universal system for podcast music licensing, presenting significant challenges in compensating rights holders and creators.