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Let Podcasts Compete at the Emmys
The Emmy Awards’ talk show category feels outdated because there are fewer traditional TV talk shows today. Popular video podcasts, like “New Heights” with Travis and Jason Kelce, are attracting huge audiences. These shows often feature celebrity interviews and lively discussions, much like classic talk shows. Awards Circuit suggests that video podcasts should be eligible for Emmy recognition in the talk category. This change would better reflect what audiences watch and how media has evolved.
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"The Idaho Massacre" Launches Season Three iHeartMedia and KT Studios have launched Season Three of the true-crime podcast “The Idaho Massacre.” This season explores the November 2022 murders of four University of Idaho students, the investigation, and the arrest of a criminology Ph.D. student from a nearby university. The case has taken a dramatic turn after the suspect pleaded guilty. | Marc Maron's WTF Podcast Becomes a Graphic Novel Marc Maron is ending his popular podcast, WTF with Marc Maron, but its story will continue as a graphic novel called "WTF is a Podcast." The graphic novel, made with Z2, producer Brendan McDonald, and artist Brian Box Brown, will share stories from the podcast’s long history. Famous guests like Barack Obama and Robin Williams may be featured in the book. |
History Hit, Little Dot Studios Share September Plans History Hit and Little Dot Studios have announced a busy September schedule with new and returning podcasts, documentaries, and YouTube shows covering topics from ancient rebels to WWII and 9/11. Highlights include new episodes of popular history podcasts, the launch of the REBELS! documentary series, and anniversary specials on figures like William Wallace, as well as the story of New York after 9/11. This programming continues their focus on engaging, factual content for digital audiences. | Listener.com to Provide reVolver Podcasts with Enhanced Audience Analytics Listener.com, an AI-powered analytics platform, has signed a deal with reVolver Podcasts to provide advanced audience data and campaign reporting. This partnership will help reVolver unify audio, video, and social data into one dashboard, offering better insights for sponsors and improved performance tracking. reVolver will start by using Listener.com’s technology on a dozen top shows, with plans to expand it to over 70 more programs. |
Podcast ToolWonda is a groundbreaking AI agent from Wondercraft that transforms content creation by allowing users to produce and refine professional audio and video through natural conversation. By removing the need for complex editing tools or technical skills, it enables marketers and creators to shape ideas in real-time using simple voice or text commands. Founded on the belief that storytelling should be as intuitive as talking, Wonda represents a significant shift toward accessible, dialogue-driven creative production—already trusted by global teams from Amazon to Spotify to streamline workflows and enhance creative output at scale. |  |
Podcast Of The Day
This American Life
This American Life has been crowned the Greatest Podcast of All Time in the first-ever global Essential Listening Poll, affirming its foundational role in shaping audio storytelling. Launched in 1995 as a public radio show before becoming a podcast pioneer, it set a new standard for narrative depth and emotional resonance under host Ira Glass. Voters—including leading creators and critics from 23 countries—praised its innovative blend of journalism and personal storytelling, noting its lasting influence on how stories are told and heard. The award celebrates not only its legacy but its ongoing power to connect with listeners through intimate, masterfully crafted episodes.
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Visionary Voices Of Podcasting
A Voice for Nuance in Modern Media
Ezra Klein is a prominent journalist, political commentator, and podcast host known for his deep analytical approach to policy and culture. After founding Vox and establishing himself as a leading voice at The Washington Post, he joined The New York Times Opinion section, where he continues to shape public discourse through his writing and the widely influential "The Ezra Klein Show." His work, which includes the book "Why We're Polarized," bridges the gap between complex ideas and public understanding, making him a key figure in explanatory journalism and long-form conversation. How do authenticity and depth serve as the foundation of his distinctive approach to podcasting?
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