Steve Goldstein: At CES, Audio Was The Thing
by Steve Goldstein
Audio was the big deal at this year’s CES. Google dominated. Autonomous cars hitting a speed bump? The founder of Amplifi Media shares CES impressions. Continue Reading
Podcasting
Comprehensive coverage of the podcasting industry and its business ecosystem.
CBS News, Simon & Schuster, Mo Rocca launch crossover podcast-book project
In a gleaming example of a podcast crossing over to another media category, radio/TV comedian and correspondent Mo Rocca is launching complementary products under a new Mobituaries brand. It is a podcast + book arrangement lasting through 2019 or longer. Continue Reading
Steve Goldstein: Podcasting and Smart Speaker Notes from CES – and a smart toilet
by Steve Goldstein
Amplifi Media CEO Steve Goldstein comes back from CES with a review. of podcasting and smart speakers. More about smart speakers tomorrow from the Amplifi Media founder, plus connected cars. Continue Reading
James Cridland’s International Radio Trends: Self-awareness vs. Self-indulgence
by James Cridland
James Cridland’s International Radio Trends is a column by the Australia-based radio futurologist. THIS WEEK: Reflecting on resolutions, an SCA exec departs, and a good use of social media for radio. Continue Reading
iHeartMedia selects Panoply’s Megaphone to distribute key podcasts
iHeartMedia has chosen Panoply’s Megaphone platform to distribute select shows from its iHeartPodcast Network. As a Megaphone client, iHeartMedia will receive tools for publishing, dynamic ad insertion, ad operations, campaign management, reporting, and analytics. Continue Reading
Spotify signs Jemele Hill for new exclusive podcast
Spotify has landed another exclusive podcast deal, further expanding its roster of original programming. The streaming service signed a partnership with Jemele Hill, a former anchor for ESPN SportsCenter. Continue Reading
Google Podcasts to add Android Auto support, selects accelerator program winners
Google has two news items surrounding its podcasts app. First, the latest version of the app added support for the Android Auto in-car infotainment system. Second, Google Podcasts and PRX have selected the six teams to participate in a previously-announced accelerator program. Continue Reading
The non-overlap of radio and podcast advertising
In today’s edition of James Cridland’s Podnews, he makes an interesting comparison. Taking the just-published list of radio’s top advertisers (from Inside Radio), Cridland has the idea of comparing it with Magellan’s recent list of top 15 podcast advertisers Continue Reading
The LadyGang pairs with PodcastOne for new female-driven network
The LadyGang podcast, which started on PodcastOne in 2015, is deepening its relationship with the Norm Pattiz-led platform, to create a network of female-driven programs. The deal is forged as a kind of celebration of the show’s 200th episode, and its success milestones which include a TV show. Continue Reading
Slate launches daily news podcast
Slate has expanded its podcast roster with a daily news show. Today marks the official debut of What Next, which will provide in-depth analysis on one story every day. Mary Harris, a veteran with two decades of experience in broadcast television and public radio, is the program’s host. Continue Reading
Quick Hits: Amazon Alexa skill growth. Freedom for a podcasting inmate. Hollywood and podcasts.
Brief news items and worthy reads from around the web. Alexa skill numbers continue to explode. Ear Hustle host’s sentence is commuted. More on Hollywood’s podcast fascination. Continue Reading
Spotify hiring for a podcast advertising manager
Spotify has been making an effort to make podcasts a more visible part of its entertainment offerings, and a new job listing hints at what might be next for its strategy. The streaming service is hiring for the role of Senior Product Manager – Podcast Advertising. This post will be spearheading the development of native audio advertising for Spotify. Continue Reading