Parents Vent In Upcoming Wondery Podcast Series
Amazon's Wondery has announced the launch of a new comedy parenting podcast called I Love My Kid, But... to provide parents with a weekly vent about the challenges of raising children while reclaiming some of their pre-parenting lives.
‘Get Caught Reading’ With Amazon Music
Podcasting platform Libsyn has partnered with Amazon Music to feature book-related podcasts on the Amazon Music platform. In celebration of National Get Caught Reading Month, Libsyn has selected ten podcasters to be prominently featured on the streamer.
Is Spotify Making A.I. Clones Of Its Podcast Hosts?
Spotify is reportedly developing AI tools to create targeted ads using the voices of podcast hosts. Bill Simmons, who sold The Ringer to Spotify in 2020, revealed the company's plans to train AI on hosts' voices to personalize ads.
Freakonomics Radio Takes On Art Theft
Freakonomics Radio has concluded its three-part art repatriation series, "Stealing Art Is Easy. Giving It Back Is Hard." The series explores the complexities of returning stolen artworks and addresses the broader issue of looted artifacts in museums.
Wyoming Governor Launches First Podcast
Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon debuted his inaugural podcast called The Morning Gather. Governor Gordon wants to use the platform to connect directly with Wyoming citizens and cover topics ranging from education and energy to healthcare and the economy.
Look Inside James Dolan’s ‘Reign Of Error’
A new podcast from Wondery, Campside Media, and Smartless Media unpacks James Dolan's bizarre ownership of the New York Knicks and Madison Square Entertainment in Reign of Error. The first two episodes are currently available on all platforms.
NPR Highlights May Slate Of Podcasts
NPR is highlighting some of their recent May podcast releases, including returning favorites and new releases from public media stations. These podcasts cover a range of topics and stories. All podcasts are now available on major platforms.
Google Search Makes Podcast Play Easier
Google has introduced a new design that makes it easier for users to stream podcasts from platforms like Apple Podcasts and Spotify directly from Google Search. The feature is rolling out gradually and is currently only available in the US.
Former iHeart EVP Launches Podcast Investment Firm
DWNLOAD Media, a new podcast company, is being launched by a group of media and investment veterans. The company, co-founded by Chris Peterson, former EVP of podcasts at iHeartMedia, aims to invest in audio and podcast companies, primarily focusing on content.
New Bridgerton Podcast? Long Live The Queen
iHeartPodcasts and Shondaland Audio have launched a companion podcast to the upcoming prequel series. Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story, The Official Podcast will be hosted by Gabrielle Collins, who previously hosted Bridgerton: The Official Podcast.
