POD DROP: History of advertising, and new shows from the Moth and TED
Pod Drop features new and returning podcasts. Today, a branded podcast from WeTransfer, a new show from The Moth / PRX, and another new show from TED. Continue Reading
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Libsyn 2019 report: 69k shows. 6.2B downloads. 60% from Apple. Much more.
Venerable podcast hosting company Libsyn (formally: Liberated Syndication) released its 10-K annual report for 2019. In it, several interesting metrics stand out. We look at number of podcasts hosted, number of downloads, and annual trends for several metrics. Continue Reading
iHeartRadio releases podcast binge: 49 celebrity virtual commencement addresses [audio]
In an imaginative podcast project, iHeartRadio on Friday released 49 commencement speeches recorded by celebrities from Bill & Melina Gates to Eli Manning to Aaron Mahnke. The entire iHeartMedia network of 850 radio stations participated in the project. Click through for audio. Continue Reading
Entercom Q1: Digital a “bright light” led by podcasting and streaming
In the company’s Q1 earnings call, Entercom CEO David Field expressed pride and bullishness in the digital aspects of his business, especially in podcasting. While describing Covid-19 disruption in March which drove down revenues 22%, Field centered on digital as the growth driver. Click through for quotes. Continue Reading
Dan Misener: The podcast ecosystem is comprised of distinct “neighbourhoods”
by Dan Misener
Pacific Content’s head of audience development explores the “neighborhoods” that gather around groups of podcasts. What connects them? The answers range from obvious to inscrutable. Click through for fascinating graphics. Continue Reading
POD DROP: Plea to a governor, finding common ground, and new media interviews
Pod Drop features new, interesting, and returning podcasts. Today, new podcasts from Frequency Machine, Los Angeles Times, and American Public Media. Continue Reading
Steve Goldstein: Everyone’s home but with no radios
by Steve Goldstein
Steve reflects on the normal and the abnormal as the coronavirus pandemiSteve takes measure of new coronavirus listening trends, speculates about radio “throwing the long ball,” and urges mastery of new platforms. A must-read. Continue Reading
Triton Digital Australia Podcast Report: Wondery joins; 5.5M downloads/month reported by Aussie pub
Triton Digital released the latest edition of its Australian Podcast Ranker for a reporting period that includes the month of April — specifically, March 30 through May 3. Wondery makes its first appearance in the list, with 14 shows in the top 100. An Aussie magazine reveals podcast download figures that Triton doesn’t make public. Continue Reading
Edison schedules “Podcasting: Connection and Community During Quarantine” webinar
Edison Research has announced a webinar for next week — Thursday, May 21 — titled Podcasting: Connection and Community During Quarantine. Start time is 1:00pm ET. It is part of Edison’s Lunchtime Webinar Series. Tom Webster will host. Click through for registration link. Continue Reading
Cumulus Media: Emphasis on digital growth and redefinition as “audio-first media company”
In the Q1 earnings report from Cumulus Media, digital and podcasting took starring roles even as Covid-19 damaged quarterly results for the company as a whole. The Westwood One Podcast Network is part of Cumulus. CEO Mary Berner defines the business as “audio-first media company.” Digital is driving growth. Podcasts are soaring. Continue Reading
Gracie Awards 2020 for podcasting
The Gracie Awards, produced by the Alliance for Women in Media, have announced this year’s honorees. Podcasting plays a part in this in nine categories for 2020. Click through for podcast winners. Continue Reading
Edward R. Murrow regional awards for podcasting
The Edward R. Murrow awards have recognized excellence since 1971. There are two waves of awarding — Regional and national. There are 14 regional divisions, carving up the U.S. by groups of states, plus one International region. The regional awards are out today. Click through to see all podcast winners. Continue Reading