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April 23, 2025
The Growing Influence of Podcasts
Podcasts are gaining popularity worldwide, according to 2025 data from YouGov Global Profiles. The report shows that in 49 global markets, 41% of consumers listen to podcasts for at least one hour weekly. In addition, nearly 10% spend over ten hours each week on this medium. This demonstrates the increasing role of podcasts in daily media consumption. The survey also provides information about regular podcast listeners who tune in for an hour or more every week.
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Adapting Your Podcast Website in the Age of AI The way we use the internet is changing due to advances in technology like smartphones and AI. This shift impacts how websites are used, particularly for podcasters hosting and promoting their shows. It's important for podcasters to adapt their website strategies to continue benefiting from them. | Spotify India Head Discusses Podcast Growth and User Preferences Spotify India's head of music and podcasts, Dhruvank Vaidya, discussed the growth of podcasting in India and how Spotify supports creators. He mentioned that Generation Z is a significant demographic for podcast consumption, with seven out of 10 Gen Z users listening to a podcast weekly. Vaidya also touched on popular topics among different age groups such as professional development for millennials and financial education. |
American Hostage' Podcast Becomes TV Series MGM+ has ordered a TV series adaptation of the podcast "American Hostage", starring Jon Hamm. Hamm also played the lead in the original podcast that was released in 2022, and news about a TV version emerged in November 2023. The show is a psychological thriller based on true events from the 1970s, where radio reporter Fred Heckman (played by Hamm) gets involved in a hostage situation when Tony Kiritsis insists on being interviewed on his radio program. | Who Won Best Podcast at WAN-IFRA Awards The WAN-IFRA Awards, now in its 16th year, honours leading news organisations for their innovative digital media strategies. SPH Media and Mediacorp, both from Singapore, took home the most awards with five Golds and four Silvers for SPH Media and one Gold and three Silvers for Mediacorp. Smaller companies like Kumparan, The Daily Aus, and VietnamPlus also won top prizes in their categories. Who won the award for best podcast? |
Podcast ToolMuvi is an all-in-one OTT (Over-The-Top) and video/audio streaming platform that allows creators and businesses to launch their own branded podcast or video streaming service (like Netflix or Spotify, but for your content). It supports audio hosting, monetization, analytics, and multi-platform distribution—making it ideal for podcasters who want full control over their content delivery. Muvi is best suited for:
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Podcast Of The Day
Welcome To The Poddy
Films and TV shows have a unique way of sparking conversations. Everyone has an opinion—some love a movie, others hate it, and debates can go on for hours. Podcasts have become the perfect platform for these discussions, offering a space for voices to share their takes on the latest releases or timeless classics. But what happens when a former professional basketball player with a comedian’s sharp wit grabs the mic and shares his unfiltered opinions? That’s exactly what Welcome to the Poddy brings to the table.
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Visionary Voices Of Podcasting
The Sonic Storyteller Who Reinvented Radio
Before creating Radiolab—the Peabody Award-winning podcast that transformed audio storytelling—Jad Abumrad was a composer and self-described "radio nerd" obsessed with how sound could sculpt emotion. The son of a physician and a musician, he found his calling during a college radio gig, where he discovered the alchemy of weaving narrative, science, and experimental sound design. His breakthrough came when a 2002 This American Life segment he produced—layering a surgeon’s memoir with haunting cello melodies—caught Ira Glass’s attention. That moment cemented his belief that stories could be felt, not just heard. Radiolab (launched in 2002 with co-host Robert Krulwich) became his laboratory, bending timelines, scoring ideas like symphonies, and making neurology as gripping as detective fiction.
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.
 April 30, 2025 Fernie Heritage Library 492 3 Ave Fernie, BC V0B1M0 Canada |  April 29, 2025 Country Hall London, England |  April 29, 2025 Online |
Podcast Tip Of The DaySound treatment (not soundproofing!) reduces echoes and sharpens your voice. Here’s how:
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A Final Note
“Consistency beats perfection. Just hit record.”
