Even though a proper player didn't show up within the imported post, the clickable link to play the podcast did. I tested it and what pops up is a new window with the default Blubrry (podcast host) player. So, even though the PowerPress player that can be seen on the original post (screenshot below)
I'm please with this first iteration of the import url feature. Ever since Aureal died, there hasn't been an easy way to bring in podcasts that live on owned websites outside of Hive. I have hope that this is a great workaround that accomplishes the goal in a creative way. So thanks!
RE: Kicking the Tires: Importing Blog Post from My Website to Ecency