POD DROP: New podcasts from Gimlet/Google, Grow Your Mind, BMW
Pod Drop features new, interesting, and returning podcasts. Today, new shows from Gimlet & Google, BMW, and Grow Your Mind. Continue Reading
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AdsWizz builds new features into AudioMatic podcast ad-buying platform
AdsWizz is announcing a couple of enhancements to its AudioMatic platform — which is a self-serve programmatic planning and ad-buying platform for major agencies building podcast campaigns. One of them automates and scales host-read ads, and the other address brand safety. Continue Reading
POD DROP: New podcasts from Podglomerate, iHeartRadio, Cadence13
Pod Drop features new, interesting, and returning podcasts. Today, new shows from Podglomerate and iHeartRadio, and a returning podcast from Cadence13. Continue Reading
Over 50 Covid-19 podcasts launched in one week; from network to personal
Yesterday we reported on three new measurements of podcast listening during the shelter-at-home phase of the coronavirus emergency. Today, we dive into podcast creation in the stay-at-home era. Most of the newly launched shows are individual efforts, but some established media brands and networks have joined the Covid-19 launch frenzy. Continue Reading
Podtrac offers audience and download behavior during the Covid-19 crisis
Podtrac sent over some revealing charts of podcast audience and download trending, shining light on how listeners are consuming podcasts during the Covid-19 crisis. These charts will be updated weekly and released publicly. We are sharing the first round here, along with Podtrac explanations. Continue Reading
January streaming flat, Pandora continues decline (Webcast Metrics)
Stream listening was level in January compared to December. The year-over-year view showed a 3% decline, powered in part by Pandora’s continued incremental decline in listening over nearly two years. Continue Reading
Audio listening likely disrupted, possibly reduced, by changes in routine
A couple of audio consumption numbers got our attention this morning. They indicate that consumer listening might be shifting in unexpected ways as lifestyle habits are disrupted. The first number: AM/FM radio From Fred Jacobs, promoting the upcoming release of… Continue Reading
Weirdly, owned music takes over in-car listening growth (Infinite Dial 2020)
Adding to our takeover newsletter coverage yesterday of The Infinite Dial 2020, we will indulge in some pinpoint recognition of interesting results. Listening in the car is a key part of the Infinite Dial package. We noticed that “owned music” enjoyed the greatest growth as the audio source used most often in the car. Um, why? Continue Reading
Whooshkaa and RODE supply podcast-based solutions to teachers and quarantined families
Australia-based podcast tech company Whooshkaa is announcing what is calls “free Professional podcast packages for schools from kindergarten to year 12, across Australia and right around the world.” A partnership with microphone maker RODE aims to create total solutions including hardware, software, and distribution. The idea is to keep teachers connected with students and parents in what might be called an era of quarantine. Continue Reading
Podcast Radio starts carrying live coronavirus news updates (London, DAB)
Podcast Radio, the London all-podcast DAB station, sent us a note announcing it is giving over three hours a day to Health Info Radio, a coronavirus-focused DAB multiplex station. Podcast Radio will link into it 10am, 1pm, and 5pm London time each day. Continue Reading
Digital music revenue projection: $14.3B in 2020 as growth peaks
In Statista’s Digital Music Worldwide study, global revenue in the digital music segment is projected to be $14.3-billion in 2020, rising to nearly $17-billion in 2024. In this study, “digital music” is defined as must which is heard or… Continue Reading
Cavalry Media, Hollywood film producer, launches podcast division
As podcast aspire crossover to TV and films, a key Hollywood film production company plans its crossover to podcasts. Cavalry Media, founded by Dana Brunetti, has announced a launch slate of podcasts for the Cavalry Audio division. Continue Reading