UK-based podcast network Audioboom is announcing today the acquisition of three existing podcasts, and the renewal of two others already in the network. Audioboom claims a premium network of 250 podcasts. The company also produces the Audioboom Originals Network. Continue Reading
In the wake of SiriusXM’s acquisition of podcast hosting and tech company Simplecast, RAIN is pleased to announce that CEO Brad Smith will speak at the Global Podcast Leadership Summit, a ZOOM event, on July 29. Smith will speak with Anne Frisbie, SVP of Global Supply & Partnerships at ad-tech company AdsWizz, in a session titled The Evolution of Podcast Content: From Creation to Monetization. Continue Reading
by Jeff Umbro
RAIN News welcomes Jeff Umbro in his first weekly appearance as guest columnist. In this edition, he offers in-depth analysis of siriusXM’s pending acquisition of Stitcher, and covers other podcasting news as well. Jeff is CEO of the Podglomerate podcast network. Click through for more details about Jeff, and of course to read the column. Continue Reading
This is the debut of Jeff Umbro’s weekly LinkedIn column, Podcast Perspective, in RAIN News. Jeff is the CEO of The Podglomerate podcast network. In this column, he reviews recent industry news, and interviews Chris Morrow, head of The Loud Speakers Podcast Network. Continue Reading
Three excellent new podcasts! Influence: Exploring the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of Advertising: This interesting and accessible podcast about advertising has just returned for its second season. It is a branded podcast produced by file-storage and sharing service… Continue Reading
Pod Drop features new and returning podcasts. Today, inspiration from musician Michael Franti, comfort cooking from Allrecipes, and the genesis of great innovations from the IPO Educational Foundation. Continue Reading
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
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
Pod Drop is a podcast. Each episode delivers flash reviews of three new podcasts. It’s tightly produced with lots of excerpts, and fun to hear. Listen below, and scroll down for descriptions of the featured shows, and to subscribe! Listen… Continue Reading
RAIN Founder and CEO of AccuraRadio Kurt Hanson posts this special announcement about a new coronavirus resource from AccuRadio and RAIN News. We know there’s already a lot of news out there. The mission of Coronavirus Watch is to organize and synthesize information overload in a uniquely useful format. Continue Reading
by Steve Goldstein
The Amplifi Media CEO sits down for a conversation with Bret Kinsella, founder and CEO of Voicebot.ai. The two discuss the outlook for voice tech, where radio fits in the picture, some of the the current common hurdles to adoption, and why the field is much more than just smart speakers. Continue Reading
by Steve Goldstein
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to keep people at home and isolated. Steve offers his insight on how the current crisis will impact podcast listening, and how podcasts can stand out in a time where people are lacking connection. Continue Reading