Audacy Makes Podcasting RIF As Restructuring Continues
Audacy has announced cuts to its podcast division, laying off around 25% of its Pineapple Street Studios staff. The company will be eliminating approximately 12 roles, as reported to Bloomberg by an anonymous source close to the matter.
iHeart Announces A Trio Of Podcast Series Updates
iHeartPodcasts has released updates on three podcasts, ranging from a focus on pop culture's strangest moments to searching for a modern media recluse. The news also includes the rebranding of sports personality Jay Glazer's series.
Report: Podcast Audiences Skew Younger and More Affluent
Triton Digital has released its comprehensive 2023 US Podcast Report, revealing evolving trends, listener demographics, and platform preferences. Over the past two years, the podcast industry has witnessed remarkable growth, with a 12% increase in monthly listeners.
Apple’s Podcast Metric Shift Shocks The System To Benefit Ads
The latest update to Apple's iOS operating system for iPhone users marks a significant shift in podcast metrics, carried by a reduction in automatic downloads. This change is a result of industry collaboration with Apple to align downloads more closely with actual listening.
In Podcast Coup, SiriusXM Pinches ‘SmartLess’ In 9-Figure Deal
After three years at Amazon, Will Arnett, Jason Bateman, and Sean Hayes' SmartLess Media has signed a multi-year agreement with SiriusXM. Sources close to the sale place the agreement at more than $100 million, as the company vies to entice new subscribers.
International Women’s Podcast Awards Sets 2024 Date In London
Everybody Media has announced the entry window for the fourth annual International Women's Podcast Awards. The awards are open to global entries, with the return of a special category for non-English language podcasts introduced in 2023.
Apple Adding Transcription To Its Podcasts App By Q1’s End
The upcoming iOS update from Apple is set to introduce native transcripts to its Podcasts app. This feature, leveraging automatic transcription technology, will be for podcasts in English, French, German, and Spanish across more than 170 countries and regions.
Seekr Aligns AI In Safety-Centric Podcast Programmatic Platform
Seekr, known for its AI-driven audio content assessment, has unveiled Align, a programmatic tool dedicated to brand safety and suitability for podcast ad buys. Align uses Seekr's unique content scoring system with its language model for brands and agencies.
Report: Only 14% Of Spotify Tracks May Get Royalties In 2024
As artists struggle for a foothold and a paycheck from subscription streaming services, a new study reveals that fewer than 15% of songs on digital platforms would have met Spotify's new royalty payment threshold in 2023.
SiriusXM’s Pop-up Grammys Channel Returns For 2024 Awards
SiriusXM, in partnership with The Grammys, announces the return of The Grammys Channel for its fourth year. This special pop-up channel will showcase an eclectic mix of music from this year's nominees, including Taylor Swift, Doja Cat, and Jelly Roll.
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