Google Podcasts Shutdown Announced, Users Directed to YouTube Music

As Google Podcasts ceases operation starting April 2, users are encouraged to migrate their subscriptions to YouTube Music or alternative apps.

Google Podcasts app will stop functioning in the U.S. from April 2, 2024, with a global shutdown to follow later in the year.
The decision to discontinue Google Podcasts is part of a strategy to centralize podcast offerings on YouTube Music.
Users are encouraged to migrate their podcast subscriptions from Google Podcasts to YouTube Music or other podcast apps before July 2024.
The shift to YouTube Music aims to enhance the integration of audio and video content, but may lead to a less visually efficient layout and more subscription nudges.
Google's history of discontinuing services includes Hangouts, Duo, Cardboard, Stadia, and others, with Google Podcasts being the latest addition.