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Acast is using artificial intelligence to simplify podcast ad production. The new AI tools help brands quickly create audio ads in any language. This aims to remove barriers for marketers and make audio ads more accessible, especially for small businesses. The AI tools can localize ads for different markets within minutes. For larger campaigns, Acast will still offer their creative experts and professional voice actors.
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Enter Your Podcast for the 2025 Ambies Awards
The Ambies® Awards, presented by The Podcast Academy, celebrate the best in podcasting and will hold their next ceremony in February 2026 in New York City. Submissions for the 2026 Ambies are open from August 4 to October 10, 2025, with new categories like Best Emerging Podcast and Podcaster of the Year. Podcasts launching after October 10 can still enter, but late submissions may be ineligible and incur a $50 fee per entry.
The Podcast Landscape 2025 Part One:
The Podcast Landscape 2025 report shows that podcast listening in the U.S. has stayed steady over the past three years, with monthly listeners rising slightly to 55% and people spending more time—an average of 6.3 hours per week—on podcasts. YouTube has become the top platform for podcasts, as more listeners want both audio and video options, while Spotify is also seeing more video usage. Growth is strongest among younger and more diverse audiences, but older adults—especially women—are still an under-served group, and having a celebrity host does not guarantee podcast success.
Fox One to Launch Nancy Grace’s Show
Fox Corp. has launched a new streaming service called Fox One, which will feature Nancy Grace’s weekday video podcast before it’s available on other platforms. Fox announced this at CrimeCon, highlighting their plan to include podcasts as a key part of Fox One, which costs $19.99 a month and also offers Fox Nation as an add-on. While other major streaming platforms have talked about adding podcasts, Fox One is one of the first to make podcasts a central feature.
Father Mike Schmitz Plans New Podcast Called "Called"
Father Mike Schmitz, known for the “Bible in a Year” podcast, is launching a new podcast called “Called.” The show will share stories of people who serve others, hoping to inspire listeners to live out their faith. The Catholic Initiative and Ascension are working together on this project, but the release date has not been announced yet.
Podcast Tool
Notta AI is a versatile, AI-powered transcription tool designed to streamline the process of converting speech to text across a wide range of formats, including live recordings, pre-recorded audio, and even video via URL input. Ideal for podcasters, agencies, and collaborative teams, it supports real-time transcription in over 40 languages and offers instant translation—making it accessible for global projects and multilingual content. With features like customizable templates for efficient note-taking and seamless team collaboration, Notta AI helps users save time while maintaining accuracy, whether transcribing interviews, meetings, or full podcast episodes.
Podcast Of The Day
The First Degree
The First Degree is a long-running true crime podcast hosted by journalist Alexis Linkletter and cultural influencer Jac Vanek that delves beyond mainstream crime reporting to explore intimate, often overlooked perspectives from those closest to the cases—friends, family, and witnesses. With over 500 episodes, the show blends Vanek’s pop culture sensibility and personal fascination with true crime alongside Linkletter’s investigative rigor, honed through work on series like Unraveled: Long Island Serial Killer. Now under the sales representation of AdLarge’s fwd. network, which focuses on female audiences, the podcast is positioned to expand its reach while continuing to prioritize raw, relatable storytelling that builds community among its dedicated listeners.
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Dan Carlin is a veteran journalist and pioneering independent podcaster known for his deeply researched, passionately delivered, and unconventional takes on history and current events through his acclaimed shows Hardcore History and Common Sense. With a Generation X, non-partisan perspective he describes as “neo-prudentist,” Carlin breaks down complex subjects with a style that is both intense and intellectual—energetic yet nuanced, urgent yet reflective. His distinctive rapid-fire delivery and ability to humanize vast historical narratives have earned him a dedicated global audience and redefined how many people engage with the past and the present.
Upcoming Podcast Events
Discover the latest trends and strategies in podcasting by attending these must-experience upcoming events—perfect for creators, brands, and industry professionals looking to elevate their audio game.
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Podcast Tip Of The Day
To become a sought-after podcast collaborator, focus on being both an expert and an exceptional partner—know your subject inside out, offer unique perspectives, and always overdeliver. Prepare answers to common questions in advance, suggest creative cross-promotion ideas, and go above your commitments (e.g., extend shoutouts or promote extra episodes). By making hosts feel valued and wowing their audience, you turn one-time features into lasting partnerships and recurring invitations.
A Final Note
“The perfect host doesn't just speak—they listen, guide, and make every guest feel like the most important voice in the room.”
