Australian broadcaster and entertainment company Southern Cross Austereo recently released its annual report. Although the financials did show a downturn, CEO Grant Blackley gave an interview delving into more details of the report’s bright spots. DAB and podcasting were among those highlights. Continue Reading
Show Shouts highlights noteworthy new and upcoming podcasts from across the vast and still-growing audio medium. Today we cover iHeartRadio’s collaboration with 23andMe, a project from Cadence13 and Blumhouse Television, and a close look at crime on PodcastOne. Continue Reading
Veteran digital audio executive Billy Freund has joined PodcastOne as Co-COO, according to a news release sent by the L.A.-based podcast company. Freund steps into COO responsibilities alongside Greg Batusic, who operates in New York. Freund will work in the Beverly Hills headquarters. Continue Reading
In a rare case of national politics reaching into the online audio industry, PodcastOne has announced distribution of $1,000 bonuses to all full-time employees. The company cites the newly passed tax bill which dramatically reduced the top-line corporate tax rate, and also a successful 2017. There might be another reason. Continue Reading
PodcastOne SportsNet is partnering with AP to provide listeners with reports from athletic events. The partnership will kick off with coverage of the Winter Olympics in PyeongChang, South Korea. The deal promises real-time access to sports programming, and expands PodcastOne’s existing roster of shows centered on athletics and athletes. Continue Reading
PodcastOne has added two executives to its leadership team. Casey Jacobs is the company’s new vice president of sports and development. Allyson Marino also joins PodcastOne as director of special programs. Continue Reading
Ten months after the initial partnership announcement, U.S.-based PodcastOne and Australian radio group Southern Cross Austereo (SCA) officially launched their co-branded venture in Sydney. An elaborate audio tour enlivened the event, which was hosted by SCA and PodcastOne CEOs. Continue Reading
PodcastOne sent a notice describing the upcoming launch of PodcastOne Sports, spearheaded by a new show called Attack Each Day: The Harbaugh’s Podcast, hosted by U. of Michigan football coach Jim Harbaugh. Existing sports shows will be piled into the new category, and a slate of new originals is planned. Continue Reading
PodcastOne announced that Dean Canter has joined its team as the new senior vice president, national sales. In this capacity, he will oversee all of the podcast network’s regional sales offices, develop strategic initiatives, and create new advertiser opportunities. Continue Reading
PodcastOne has launched a new mobile app that includes interactive features in social and video alongside its audio programming. Listeners can tune into their shows and engage with them in new ways, such as viewing behind-the-scenes photos, taking polls, and messaging other fans. The app also introduces a virtual currency for its loyalty program. Continue Reading
Two podcast hosts and distributors have announced additions to their show rosters. PodcastOne unveiled two new podcasts. Westwood One detailed a partnership with Live Nation and three new shows. Continue Reading
PodcastOne announced that Hollywood legend Norman Lear will be hosting a new show on the network. All of the Above with Norman Lear will pair the famed sitcom creator with co-host/actor Paul Hipp and a featured guest. Continue Reading