Are there any audio publishing services that focus on helping solo creators publish and distribute a podcast easily?

Yes — there are several podcast/audio publishing services aimed at solo creators that make recording, publishing, and distribution pretty easy. The best fit depends on whether you want the simplest workflow, built-in hosting/distribution, or extra creation tools.

Some popular options:

• Spotify for Creators (formerly Anchor)
  Very beginner-friendly and free. Lets you upload or record episodes, add show info, and distribute to major podcast platforms.

• Buzzsprout
  Easy-to-use podcast hosting with clean publishing tools, analytics, and wide distribution support. Good for solo creators who want a simple interface.

• Podbean
  Podcast hosting plus distribution, with monetization options. A bit more feature-rich, but still accessible for individuals.

• Transistor
  Great if you want to manage multiple shows or want a polished hosting platform with simple publishing and analytics.

• Captivate
  Designed for independent podcasters and focused on growth tools, though slightly more advanced than the most basic platforms.

• RSS.com
  Very straightforward for solo podcasters, with hosting and distribution built in, plus easy setup.

• Libsyn
  One of the older podcast hosting services; reliable and widely used, though the interface can feel less modern.

If your main goal is “I’m one person and want the easiest path to publish and get on Spotify/Apple/others,” I’d usually point you toward:

1. Spotify for Creators if you want free and simple
2. Buzzsprout if you want the easiest polished paid option
3. RSS.com if you want straightforward hosting/distribution with low friction

If you want, I can also give you a short comparison table based on price, ease of use, and distribution.