Cadence13 has partnered with The Action Network, a specialist in sports betting and analytics, to create a new podcast network. Talent from The Action Network will be featured in the new shows targeting fans of sports gambling and fantasy leagues. Continue Reading
Show Shouts highlights noteworthy new and upcoming podcasts from across the vast and still-growing audio medium. Today’s developments include more NPR politics programming, an exclusive score for Spotify, and true crime at iHeartRadio. Continue Reading
Triton Digital announced an expanded partnership with Grupo Acir, a Mexican media company focused on radio station operation. Under the new terms, Triton will provide Grupo Acir with services in delivery, monetization, and measurement of its digital audio content. Continue Reading
James Cridland’s Future of Radio is a column by the Australia-based radio futurologist. THIS WEEK: James shares his thoughts on object-based media. Cats get their own radio thanks to Whiskas. Much more. Continue Reading
Popular podcast S-Town drew critique and legal attention for how it handled public revelations about a private citizen’s life. David Oxenford addresses the legal questions surrounding podcast subjects, especially as more audio programming is optioned for television and film. Continue Reading
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
The Interactive Advertising Bureau has released a whitepaper authored by its Digital Audio Committee, chaired by Les Hollander of Spotify, who forwarded the publication to RAIN News. The document is an examination of brand safety issues in digital advertising, and an advocacy paper for digital audio’s unique advantages. Click for summary and download link. Continue Reading
The major labels offloaded some of their stock in Spotify when the streaming service went public, but now both of its co-founders have done the same. Martin Lorentzon and Daniel Ek have both made moves to sell small amounts. Continue Reading
CBC has revealed its fall podcast lineup of both new and returning shows. The broadcaster, which is the largest podcaster in Canada, has a range of genres and styles on its lineup. Continue Reading
Tidal has signed a telecom deal that will bring the streaming service to Africa. Thanks to a partnership with MTN, the music and entertainment platform will enter Uganda. MTN’s 10.5 million subscribers in Uganda will have access to Tidal through their subscriptions. Continue Reading
Cadence13’s newest podcast partnership will bring some celebrity clout to a young audience. The audio entertainment company teamed with Granity Studios, a multimedia content outfit formed by NBA star Kobe Bryant. Continue Reading
Steve and Todd Cochrane, CEO at Rawvoice/Blubrry, explore how many of the hundreds of thousands of podcasts actually stay active and how many fall victim to the podfade. Continue Reading