iHeartMedia has renewed its multi-year partnership with Charlamagne Tha God, reinforcing its commitment to podcasting and creator-led audio through The Black Effect Podcast Network and The Breakfast Club.
Silver Tribe Media has been acquired by Initial Group and will rebrand as Initial Digital. The deal expands Initial’s digital footprint and strengthens creator-led media partnerships across podcasts and entertainment.
The National Headliner Awards announce entries for 2026, introducing major digital multimedia and cross-platform journalism categories. Learn eligibility, deadlines, prizes, and how to enter.
Netflix signs a multi-year deal with Barstool Sports to bring top video podcasts like Pardon My Take exclusively to the platform. Here’s how Netflix is reshaping the future of podcasts.
John and Tommy Fury team up for What the Fury?!, a new visualised BBC podcast debating masculinity, parenting, AI, and modern life. Coming soon to BBC iPlayer and BBC Sounds.
Global unveils its Christmas podcast schedule for 2025, featuring festive specials, comedy countdowns, crime reviews and year-end reflections available on Global Player throughout December and January.
LiveOne has renewed and expanded its long-running partnership with DAX US, strengthening its position in the programmatic audio market and unlocking new in-car advertising opportunities across the United States.
iHeartMedia has partnered with Netflix to bring over 15 leading podcasts to streaming as video content. Starting in early 2026, fans can watch their favorite shows on Netflix while audio episodes remain widely available.
Apple Podcasts iOS 26.2 introduces Chapters, Timed Links, and Episode Art, transforming podcast interactivity. Learn how these features enhance engagement, accessibility, and discovery for creators and listeners.
Castro hides AI-generated podcasts from Inception Point, sparking debate about quality, labeling, and the future of AI in podcasting. The company defends its model, emphasizing niche audiences and experimentation.
Podcastle introduces Async Intelligence, an AI-powered video editing tool designed to improve viewer retention, optimize engagement, and help creators keep audiences watching till the end.
Podcasting has entered the Liquid Content era. As audiences consume shows across audio, video, social media, and live formats, the industry is finally aligning with how people actually listen and watch. Here’s what podcasting in 2026 really looks like.