Anchor Founder And Audiobooks Chief Departs Spotify
Nir Zicherman, co-founder of podcast production platform Anchor, has announced his departure from Spotify in the coming fall. Zicherman has been at the company for four years after Spotify bought Anchor, which is now known as Spotify for Podcasters.
Gimme Radio Folds Even After iHeart Investment
Niche online streamer Gimme Radio will shut down on April 29 after six years of operation. Co-founder and CEO Tyler Lenane made the announcement in a lengthy post on April 10.
Podnews Adds PBJ To Portfolio
Podcasting and on-demand industry newsletter Podnews has acquired Streamline Publishing’s Podcast Business Journal. Podnews has operated a free daily newsletter covering news, jobs, and events since 2017. Streamline Publishing started PBJ in 2018.
TuneIn Expands Premium Into Old Territory
TuneIn has announced the relaunch of its audiobook library for all premium account holders. The streamer had previously offered audiobooks for premium users until about five years ago. Non-premium subscribers can access a limited selection of certain titles.
Spotify Shutters ‘Live,’ Signals Sunset For The Genre
First, it was Locker Room, then it was Greenroom, then Live, and now it is no more. Spotify ended service to its Clubhouse-style app Spotify Live on Monday after informing users. In 2021, Spotify acquired the app by buying developer Betty Labs for €57 million.
Colorado Streamer Opens Production Studio For Public
Loudspeaker Public Media, a public radio streamer and podcast studio based in Colorado, has announced the opening of Loudspeaker Studios. The studio is open to anyone in the community who wants to start a radio show, podcast, or live stream.
Apple Music Launches Classical Streaming App
Apple launched Apple Music Classical on Tuesday, a brand-new standalone music streaming app for Apple Music subscribers. The app boasts the world’s largest classical music catalog.
TuneIn and CNN Expand To Parts Unknown
TuneIn and CNN are keeping their good thing going. On Monday, both companies revealed a multiyear extension of their longtime partnership. The deal continues the app's audio simulcasts while adding a new channel of originals.
Formula 1 Races To Extend Audio Partnership
Audioboom makes a podium finish with their new contract with Formula 1. Audioboom’s production arm will continue co-produce Formula 1’s podcast slate, while the Audioboom technology platform will power the global audio distribution.
New York Festivals Radio Awards Unveil 2023 Shortlist
New York Festivals 2023 Radio Awards competition announced their Shortlist on Wednesday. Entries include audiobooks, podcasts, dramas, documentaries, breaking news coverage, entertainment, and music specials. NYF’s Radio Awards Grand Jury of 200+ listened to submissions online.
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