Magellan AI licenses Nielsen DMA data to bring market-level targeting and standardized local attribution to podcast advertising. Here’s what it means for brands and agencies.
Viral comedian Fred Asquith launches a new weekly podcast reviewing the latest films and TV shows including Avatar, Love Is Blind and Stranger Things. Here’s what to expect.
Audacy Creator Lab now supports direct YouTube distribution, allowing podcasters to publish video and audio episodes simultaneously. Here’s what it means for creators and advertisers.
The NAACP celebrates podcast excellence at the 57th Image Awards Creative Honors. “The Don Lemon Show” and “IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson” among major winners. Full details inside.
BBC World Service launches AI-animated versions of its ‘Witness History’ podcast, starting with “The World’s First Labradoodle.” Discover how generative AI is reshaping journalism and digital storytelling.
Despite public skepticism about AI in journalism, “The Epstein Files” podcast has surged to No. 6 on Apple Podcasts, surpassing 1 million downloads by analyzing 3 million DOJ documents using AI technology.
iHeartMedia’s new State of Podcasting 2026 report reveals 158 million Americans now listen monthly. Discover why podcast advertising is becoming essential for brands and media buyers.
The Moorland Letters is a new ten-part true crime fiction podcast set on the Derbyshire moors. Discover the story of six unexplained deaths, a chilling letter signed “The Surveyor,” and the investigative drama launching in 2026.
Spotify joins the Scottish Podcast Awards as global partner, removing entry fees and hosting Listener’s Choice voting. Ceremony set for 25 June 2026 in Glasgow.
Apple introduces advanced video podcasts on Apple Podcasts powered by HLS technology. Discover new monetization tools, dynamic video ads, offline viewing, and seamless streaming launching Spring 2026.
Spotify introduces weekly audiobook charts in the UK and US, ranking the most-listened titles based on user engagement. Here’s how it works and what it means for authors and publishers in 2026.
Crossed Wires Podcast Festival is back and bigger than ever. The Sheffield event expands to four days in July 2026 with Greg James, JaackMaate, Elis James and a Sunday True Crime Takeover. Tickets on sale now.