More daily news podcast success for Podtrac May ranking
Podtrac issued its May list of the top 20 podcasts. Weekday news programs continue to perform well in the Podtrac ranking. Continue Reading
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Spotify’s newest exclusive podcast is the third season of Riggle’s Picks
Spotify has folded another popular podcast under its umbrella. The audio company will be the exclusive home of the third season of Riggle’s Picks, a show from comedians Rob Riggle and Sarah Tiana where the pair discuss sports, culture, and life. Continue Reading
Survey finds mixed feelings in music biz about digital platforms adding podcasts
The UK’s BPI teamed with MusicAlly for a new report on music and podcasts. Their report recapped some existing research on podcast listening from sources such as The Infinite Dial, RAJAR, and the IAB, but it also offered some original research into how the audio format can be a tool for the music industry. The two organizations conducted an online survey of labels, artist managers, music publishers, distributors, and label services for their stances on the potential of podcasts. Continue Reading
Libsyn shareholder complains of executive compensation and calls for new board
We learned from Podnews that Libsyn, one f the largest and most established podcast hosting companies is undergoing tumult. One of its shareholders with 6% interest in the company is calling for a new board of directors, disclosing executive compensation and the company’s 2018 income. Continue Reading
Test Drive: Spotify’s new personalized playlist is the radio-inspired Your Daily Drive
Spotify’s newest personalized playlist aims to make life more enjoyable for commuters with a healthy helping of inspiration from radio. The new playlist is Your Daily Drive, and it blends tailored music with podcast programming and news. Continue Reading
Cabana adds 10 new podcasts to its library
AdLarge Media’s digital audio division, cabana, announced the addition of 10 new podcasts to its roster. The new content comes from a range of publishers and covers topics including true crime, comedy, lifestyle, and business. Continue Reading
Crunchbase report: Podcast investment deals are on the rise in 2019
If it seems like you’ve seen a lot of headlines about podcasting startups landing investment, you’re not wrong. Crunchbase shared its data about podcast deals over the past several years. At $268.9 million, podcast investment deal value in the first half of 2019 is on track to exceed the total dollars invested in all of 2018. Continue Reading
Quick Hits: All around the podcast universe
Brief news items and worthy reads from around the web: Podcast-to-television producers talk shop. Netflix and a unique podcast strategy. Student podcasts to make you smile. Continue Reading
Spotify plans second round of Sound Up podcast training for women of color
Spotify is planning a return for its Sound Up bootcamp, a program that provides podcast training to women of color. As with the inaugural session, ten applicants will be chosen for a week-long accelerator in New York City. Continue Reading
Pod Drop: National Geographic, Wondery/LA Times, and Forever Dog
Pod Drop highlights noteworthy new and upcoming podcasts from across the vast and fast-growing category. Today, National Geographic makes its podcast debut, Wondery and the LA Times launch a new true crime investigation, and comedy network Forever Dog expands its roster. Continue Reading
Apple Podcasts plans overhaul of categories this summer
Apple has already announced that it will launch a new podcasts app for Mac users, but it has more changes underway. The tech company sent an email to podcasters outlining plans to revamp its categories for podcasts. All told, the category nomenclature is receiving more than 100 changes. Continue Reading
Spotify lands exclusive podcast deal with the Obamas’ production company
Spotify has been working to build its roster of exclusive podcasts, and now the streaming service has secured a presidential deal. The company has entered an agreement with Higher Ground, the production firm formed by former President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama. Continue Reading