Prison Radio takes top prize at British Podcast Awards 2026 as BBC World Service wins Best Network
The 2026 British Podcast Awards honored Prison Radio's top prize, BBC World Service as Best Network/Publisher, Bill Nighy as best host, and The Guardian with go
RadioToday · +14 outlets
Apple Podcasts drops country-specific curation for an algorithmic view
Apple Podcasts now serves users an algorithmic feed instead of country-specific editorial curation, a change some critics describe as an echo chamber.
Podnews
Gary Lineker's Goalhanger to bring advertising sales in-house starting 2027
The Goalhanger podcast group is moving its ad sales operation in-house from 2027, a shift in how one of the UK's biggest podcast networks monetizes its shows.
Net Influencer · +2 outlets
Survey finds video is reshaping how Americans listen to podcasts
A new survey shows video consumption is increasingly shaping how US audiences tune into podcasts, a trend affecting production and monetization strategies.
podcastnewsdaily.com · +14 outlets
iHeartMedia sees record political ad spending in H2 2026 driving EBITDA
iHeartMedia expects record political advertising revenue in the second half of 2026 to boost its EBITDA, a notable data point for audio ad markets.
Seeking Alpha · +1 outlets
Ofcom report shows UK adult podcast engagement has doubled since 2019
Ofcom's latest media report finds the share of UK adults engaging with podcasts has roughly doubled since 2019.
SuaraGarut.ID · +6 outlets
Mamdani joins Theo Von's podcast, finding common ground criticizing Netanyahu
New York mayoral candidate Mamdani appeared on Theo Von's podcast, where he responded to Netanyahu's UN remarks and criticized the Israeli prime minister.
Jewish Telegraphic Agency · +11 outlets
Activision Blizzard co-founder Dan Houser discusses leaving Rockstar and new ventures
Rockstar Games co-founder Dan Houser gave first details on his new studio and two upcoming game projects in an interview.
Variety · +1 outlets
Elon Musk appears on the Nelk Boys' Full Send podcast
Musk's appearance on the Full Send podcast extends his strategy of reaching large creator-audience platforms directly.
Teslarati · +11 outlets
ASA bans Huel podcast-style ad over unauthorized health claims
The UK advertising regulator banned a Huel podcast-style ad, citing unauthorized health claims and irresponsible dietary messaging, a test of ad rules for podca
Hello Partner · +4 outlets
Jalen Duren and Pistons agree to five-year, $200M extension
The Detroit Pistons and center Jalen Duren reached a five-year, $200M contract extension according to a podcast report.
AOL.com · +13 outlets
UFO whistleblower David Grusch makes alien claims on Joe Rogan's podcast
Grusch repeated unverified claims about non-human entities on the Joe Rogan Experience, drawing wide attention from the show's large audience.
New York Post · +11 outlets
Audion highlights performance potential of podcast advertising
Audion pitched the performance potential of podcast advertising, part of ongoing industry efforts to win larger share of digital ad budgets.
TipRanks · +4 outlets
Tether's $190 billion USDT stablecoin set to return to the Bitcoin network
Tether plans to bring its USDT stablecoin back to the Bitcoin network this month via a new protocol integration.
CoinDesk · +14 outlets
DAX US wins dynamic ad sales across TWiT's 13 tech podcasts
DAX US will handle dynamic advertising sales for TWiT's 13 tech podcasts, expanding its programmatic audio footprint.
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Ethereum-based Blast chain shuts down as operating 'no longer makes sense'
The Blast blockchain is winding down, with its team saying continued operation no longer makes sense.
CoinDesk · +14 outlets
Kylie Kelce apologizes for offensive 'Princess Kate' reference on her podcast
Kylie Kelce issued an apology after making a reference to Princess Kate that drew criticism during her podcast.
AOL.com · +1 outlets
Eminem teams with NERDS Clothing for original video game and streetwear collab
Eminem will launch a limited merch collection and an original video game with NERDS Clothing at New York Comic Con.
Variety · +1 outlets