What pricing model do you prefer for your podcast hosting? Why?

Most hosting companies have a clause in T&Cs along the lines of "fair usage" that shows that if your downloads (aka bandwidth) is unpalatable to them they can tweak your pricing. So, any one of the ones who do have that in the T&Cs are operating in the "tiered by download" bracket without saying, really, that they are. That's why we chose the transparent model with Captivate (I'm the founder). Here's the example from Libsyn's T&Cs: "Libsyn offers professional level service (libsynpro.com) for enterprise networks and corporate customers. Libsynpro offers advanced features, network management and support for more robust storage and bandwidth requirements. Libsyn may at its discretion request that accounts be moved to libsynpro or charge additional fees for customers utilizing Service at levels equivalent to an enterprise networks and corporate account." Now, there's NOTHING wrong with any of the models at all - most industries operate in so many different ways so it's just about choosing the one that suits you. All reputable hosting companies are good people and you're in great hands with any of them. Good luck with your podcasting 🙂