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Worldwide News Network Strikes First International Deal

"This is the first step in building an international network of partners who value trusted, high-quality radio journalism.”

Stephen A. Smith Reveals He Was Consulted About Ryan Clark Being a Part of ESPN Layoffs

"Was I asked what I thought what my feelings were? Yes, I was. Of course I said we have to keep them. But I don't get to make those decisions."

ESPN New York’s Chris Carlin on Bart Scott Departure From Network: “This Is a Very Rough Day”

"I love him. Just for so many people, this is a very tough day. This is an unfortunate reality across a lot of industries these days, especially ours."

The Podcast Definition Project Is an Exercise the Industry Needs — But Can’t Win

Podcasting grew up outside the system — no FCC license required, no Nielsen ratings to chase, no program director standing between a creator and their audience. That renegade spirit isn't just lore. It's baked into the DNA of the format.

Acast Names Greg Glenday New CEO

Executive changes are afoot at Acast as former CEO Ross Adams has resigned. Greg Glenday has been named his successor. Glenday has been with the...

Marc Maron to End Podcast After Nearly 2,000 Episodes

"We’re tired. We’re burnt out. And we are utterly satisfied with the work we’ve done."

News Podcasts Take Top 5 Spots as Dan Bongino, NPR Shows Continue Success in September Podtrac Rankings

In the Podtrac industry rankings, iHeart Audience Network and iHeartPodcasts took the top two spots for largest monthly audiences by group.

Nearly 40% of Podcast Listeners Expect to Increase Time Spent Listening in Coming Months, New Acast Data Show

“These are the kind of signals you need for more and more advertisers to start coming into the space."

Acast Sees Strong Sales Growth During 2024 Second Quarter

The sales growth comes in the face of 15% listening drops for the company.

Podcast Marketers Believe Ads More Effective Than AM/FM Radio, New Study Shows

"We’re seeing that podcasters provide an authentic and reliable safe harbor to market products to their audiences.”

Acast Severs Ties with Spotify Analytics After Podscribe Deal

“Podscribe’s track record in delivering accurate and insightful attribution solutions – which are certified at the highest level – is exceptional."

Acast Strikes Podcasting Deal With The Obamas

The new deal with Acast is completely separate from Higher Ground's current contract with Audible.

Programmatic Podcast Ads To Triple By 2027

“Programmatic is vastly different today, and we're much more smart with it.”

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Stephen A. Smith Reveals He Was Consulted About Ryan Clark Being a Part of ESPN Layoffs

"Was I asked what I thought what my feelings were? Yes, I was. Of course I said we have to keep them. But I don't get to make those decisions."

ESPN New York’s Chris Carlin on Bart Scott Departure From Network: “This Is a Very Rough Day”

"I love him. Just for so many people, this is a very tough day. This is an unfortunate reality across a lot of industries these days, especially ours."

Mark Schlereth: ESPN Didn’t Feel Ryan Clark Could “Hold That In” When Pulled From NFL Live

"I don't think they felt comfortable that Ryan Clark would be able to hold that in. So, they let him go for the day and then pulled him off air before he had a chance."