As Google Podcasts shuts down for good on April 2, users are required to switch to YouTube Music. The transition involves exporting subscriptions, installing YouTube Music, and transferring data. Google provides a way to migrate data to YouTube Music or third-party services. It's recommended to make the move before the shutdown to avoid data loss. Additionally, users can find a step-by-step guide for transferring data to YouTube Music and third-party platforms. The process involves exporting subscriptions, downloading an 'OPML' file, and importing it to specific apps.