{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Composed: Scientific Wellness, Purpose & Direction for Those in the New Music Industry","title":"Is a blue checkmark really worth it?","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/ef42ed4d\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2503,"description":"Many music artists obsess over getting a blue checkmark, but is it worth it? Today, we dive into the psychology behind social proof and why a verification badge alone rarely moves the needle for real growth. We talk about what actually makes listeners stick around, from cohesive branding to genuine emotional connection, and challenge the idea that shortcuts like checkmarks or follower counts can replace building a real audience.\nGet in touch:\n @composed_podcast\n @soulart_janet\n @jaysonjohnevans","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/99M4ThI91F8buKcqvGjnH3XDCIzkuKeXhlBAnDLGhW4/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8yMmZm/MmY3NTJlOGFlOGNh/NWM2NTc4MjE0OTll/NDhiMy5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}