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SiriusXM May Add Netflix Video Podcasts
Netflix is trying to license popular video podcasts from SiriusXM as it makes a big push into video podcasts. If a deal is made, these podcasts would be exclusive to Netflix and not on rival platforms like YouTube. Netflix has made similar offers to iHeartMedia and reached out to several major agents to add more video podcasters. Last month, Netflix also signed a podcast deal with Spotify to bring select podcasts to its platform. This move is part of Netflix's effort to compete with YouTube, which is currently the top platform for podcasts.
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Candidates Reach Millions by Guesting on Popular Podcasts
According to Edison Podcast Metrics, candidates in the 2025 NYC Mayoral and New Jersey Governor races made significantly more podcast appearances than previous national candidates to connect with voters. Winners Zohran Mamdani and Mikie Sherrill appeared on podcasts that reached millions more weekly listeners than their opponents—Mamdani’s appearances reached 12.5 million and Sherrill’s 4.1 million, compared to much lower numbers for their rivals. Edison Podcast Metrics shows that podcasts are now a major tool for candidates to engage and influence voters nationwide.
Chloe Straw Steps Down as AudioUK CEO
Chloe Straw is stepping down as CEO of AudioUK after leading a period of strong growth and increased influence for the UK’s podcast and audio industry. During her time, she expanded membership, secured important industry partnerships and funding, and made the industry more accessible and visible. Both Chloe and AudioUK’s Chair praised the achievements and positive changes she brought to the organisation.
Spotify Hits 700 Million Users and Grows Subscribers Fast
Spotify reported strong results for the third quarter of 2025, reaching 713 million monthly active users and 281 million subscribers, both up over 10% from last year. Revenue rose 12% year-over-year to €4.3 billion, and the company improved its gross margin to 31.6%. Operating income also grew, reaching €582 million, as Spotify continued to launch new features and updates for its users.
Red Seat Ventures to Lead Sales for The 33rd Team’s Podcasts
Red Seat Ventures (RSV), a Fox Corporation company, will now be the exclusive sales partner for The 33rd Team, managing sales for its NFL-focused media assets and podcasts. This partnership aims to boost The 33rd Team’s growth, expand its podcast network, and drive revenue by leveraging RSV’s expertise and FOX relationships. Both companies see this deal as a step towards becoming a leading force in NFL media.
Podcast Tool
The Sony ZV-1 is a compact digital camera purpose-built for content creators, featuring a 20.1MP 1-inch sensor, a sharp ZEISS 24-70mm equivalent f/1.8-2.8 lens, and a versatile side-flip 3-inch touchscreen. Its standout features include a directional 3-capsule microphone for clear front-facing audio, Product Showcase Setting for smooth focus transitions between face and object, and Background Defocus for instant bokeh effects. With UHD 4K video, advanced Real-Time Eye AF, and Active SteadyShot stabilization, it delivers professional-quality video ideal for vlogging, product reviews, and livestreaming—all in a lightweight, grippable body designed for one-handed operation.
Podcast Of The Day
Knowledge Fight
Knowledge Fight is a Chicago-based podcast hosted by former comedians Dan Friesen and Jordan Holmes that systematically analyzes and deconstructs the misinformation spread by Alex Jones and his InfoWars platform. Since its launch in 2017, the show has combined rigorous research with dark humor, tracing the origins of Jones’s conspiracy theories—sometimes back decades—while breaking down the mechanics of conservative propaganda and grifters across politics, religion, and pop culture. Friesen’s detailed investigative work has proven so authoritative that he was consulted as an expert witness in the Sandy Hook legal cases against Jones, transforming the podcast from critical commentary into an essential resource for understanding and confronting modern disinformation.
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Visionary Voices Of Podcasting
The Sound Behind the Stories
Dallas Taylor is a sonic strategist, storyteller, and the host and executive producer of the acclaimed podcast Twenty Thousand Hertz, which delves into the stories behind the world's most iconic sounds. He is also the founder and creative director of Defacto Sound, a sound design agency that works with major brands like Netflix, Nike, and Disney. Through both his podcast and his studio work, he is dedicated to advancing the craft of audio and creating impactful sonic experiences. What was his original intent for the podcast when he started it in 2016?
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Podcast Tip Of The Day
The right time to hire help isn't when you're completely overwhelmed—it's when administrative tasks start consistently stealing time from content creation. Look for these key signals: you're regularly working late just to handle emails and editing, you're delaying episode releases because of production backlog, or you're saying "no" to growth opportunities like sponsorships or live events due to lack of capacity. Start with a part-time audio editor or virtual assistant for tasks that drain your creative energy, then expand your team as revenue grows to protect what made your show special in the first place—your voice and vision.
A Final Note
“Asking for help isn't a sign that you're failing—it's proof that you're building something worth growing..”
