Alex Cooper's Unwell network gets investment at $500M valuation from Patrick Whitesell's firm
The investment from Whitesell's firm values Alex Cooper's media company at $500 million, marking a major valuation milestone for a creator-founded podcast netwo
The Hollywood Reporter · +8 outlets
Spotify turns Twitch into distribution point for video podcasts
Spotify is integrating Twitch as a distribution channel for its video podcasts, signaling deeper cross-platform video strategy.
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Disney+ secures rights to Gary Neville's The Overlap podcast, rivaling Lineker's Netflix deal
Disney+ has acquired the rights to Gary Neville's football podcast The Overlap, positioning it as a competitor to Gary Lineker's content deal with Netflix.
The Guardian · +2 outlets
Acast acquires Backyard Ventures for $20M, adding 230M monthly audience
Acast's acquisition of Backyard Ventures for $20 million brings in audiences of more than 230 million monthly users, significantly expanding the podcast company
Podnews Daily · +1 outlets
Joe Rogan criticizes Trump for using press as decoys during Air Force One plane switch
Joe Rogan expressed shock and criticism over Donald Trump's use of press journalists as decoys during a security-related plane switch amid an Iran threat.
Mediaite · +14 outlets
Joe Rogan blasts UFC's show-and-win bonus pay structure as 'bullsh*t'
Joe Rogan strongly criticized the UFC's bonus pay structure on his podcast, calling it the worst part of the organization.
MMA Sucka · +6 outlets
Joe Rogan says 'F*ck Off With That' to UFC's show-and-win bonus structure
Joe Rogan blasted the UFC's bonus pay model on his podcast, calling it the most bullsh*t part of the organization.
MMA Sucka · +14 outlets
Jonas Brothers' 'Hey Jonas!' podcast expanding to Disney+ and Hulu
The Jonas Brothers' podcast is moving to Disney+ and Hulu as part of a broader push into podcast-to-video content on streaming platforms.
KPUA · +14 outlets
Joe Rogan says Islam Makhachev could retire after UFC 330
Joe Rogan speculated that UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev might retire after his fight at UFC 330, noting his extensive accomplishments.
MMA Sucka · +14 outlets
Khabib Nurmagomedov praises Joe Rogan, hints at potential JRE appearance
Khabib Nurmagomedov called Joe Rogan the 'best' and suggested a future appearance on The Joe Rogan Experience seems inevitable.
EssentiallySports · +3 outlets
Gavin Newsom uses his podcast to criticize Joe Rogan after Rogan refused to interview him
California Governor Gavin Newsom reportedly used his own podcast to trash Joe Rogan, months after Rogan declined to have him on JRE.
Attack of the Fanboy · +14 outlets
Video Podcasts: Media buyers increasingly interested in edgy chat formats
Media buyers are reportedly showing more interest in edgy, unscripted video podcast formats as the medium grows in advertising appeal.
MediaPost · +1 outlets
Podcast Ad Spending Accelerates in Q2 as brand dollars surge
Podcast advertising saw accelerated spending in Q2 2026 with a notable surge in brand dollars, indicating strong market growth.
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Podcast Listening Rebounds in July after recent dips
Podcast listenership recovered in July 2026, bouncing back from a soft period earlier in the year.
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Andrew Wilson's GiveSendGo for Candace Owens debate raises $58k as podcaster calls campaign 'shameless'
A fundraising campaign for a Candace Owens-Andrew Wilson debate raised $58,000 in a day, with the podcaster calling the effort 'shameless.'
primetimer.com
Matt Walsh steps up to moderate Candace Owens-Andrew Wilson debate on Charlie Kirk assassination theories
Matt Walsh offered to moderate the debate between Candace Owens and Andrew Wilson over Charlie Kirk's assassination theories, adding a new condition.
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Joe Rogan reveals he's 'leaning towards Candace Owens' on Charlie Kirk assassination theories
Joe Rogan shared that he is leaning toward Candace Owens' perspective regarding Charlie Kirk's assassination-related claims.
Mediaite · +14 outlets
NFL faces backlash over alleged AI-generated podcast episodes
The NFL is reportedly facing criticism over the use of AI to produce podcast episodes, raising questions about authenticity.
sekbernews.id · +2 outlets