McBrayer Debuts Female-Focused True Crime Podcast
On December 5, iHeartPodcasts and Diversion Audio launched The Greatest True Crime Stories Ever Told, hosted by true crime writer Mary Kay McBrayer. The weekly podcast flips the true crime genre, often characterized by a fascination with crimes against women.
AdvertiseCast CRO Makes 5 Podcast Predictions For 2024
With IAB research showing US podcast ad revenue is expected to hit $2.28 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach $4 billion by 2025, Libsyn AdvertiseCast CRO Dave Hanley has shared his five key predictions for podcast advertising in 2024.
WorldStar and Kia Shine Launch Show With Podbean
Podbean has introduced Immediately Kinfolk, an original podcast through digital collective WorldStarHipHop. Created and hosted by writer, producer, rapper, and actor Kia Shine with co-host DeRone Payne, the series offers interviews combined with music and culture content.
November Podcast CPM Sees Mild Pre-Holiday Rebound
Libsyn's AdvertiseCast has released its monthly podcast advertising rates for November 2023. The month's average CPM for a 60-second spot was $22.94. This rate marks a slight increase of 2.5% from October, which had an average CPM of $22.37.
Programmatic Revenue Sets PodcastOne Record For Q2 FY24
PodcastOne experienced 121% growth in programmatic revenue for the second quarter of its 2024 fiscal year. This marks the highest programmatic revenue in the company’s history, with a significant year-over-year leap.
Vanderpump Rules’ Rachel Leviss ‘Goes Rogue’ In New Podcast
Television personality Rachel Leviss is set to host a new podcast, Rachel Goes Rogue, through iHeartPodcasts and Bethenny Frankel’s “Just B” Podcast Network. Premiering January 8, the podcast promises an intimate look into Leviss's life and experiences.
Spotify Wraps 2023 With List Of Top Podcasts
As Wrapped results flood social media, Spotify has released its list of the most popular podcasts for 2023. For the fourth consecutive year, The Joe Rogan Experience took global top podcast honors, followed by Call Her Daddy and Huberman Lab.
Realm and IGN Form Gaming Podcast Alliance
Scripted podcast developer Realm has entered a comprehensive partnership with gaming news and entertainment platform IGN. This collaboration will focus on the development, production, distribution, and monetization of numerous podcast titles.
Apple Podcasts Reveal 2023’s Most Popular Shows
Apple Podcasts has revealed its most popular podcasts for 2023, with true crime podcasts continuing to captivate the most listeners. Here’s a snapshot of the top podcasts and channels of 2023 on Apple Podcasts:
Third Party Audio App To Cut Commercials Out Of Podcasts Via AI
Auddia Inc. has announced the launch date for a controversial new AI-driven feature for its Faidr mobile app. The company is integrating a podcast commercial remover in Faidr, starting January 15, using a blend of NLP and a proprietary AI algorithm.
