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Podcast Tonight
July 22, 2025
Handsome Podcast Wins Podcast of the Year
Tig Notaro, Fortune Feimster, and Mae Martin, hosts of the Handsome Podcast, will be honored at the Just For Laughs festival. Their podcast, which targets LGBTQ+ listeners and features big celebrity guests, wins podcast of the year. The award will be given by Canadian comic Sabrina Jalees. Other honorees include Rob Mac, George Wallace, and Benito Skinner for their achievements in comedy. Ryan Reynolds, Roy Wood Jr., and Mary Beth Barone will present the awards at the event.
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Podscribe Adds Three New Tools to Boost Podcast Ad Results Podscribe has introduced three new features to its podcast analytics platform to help advertisers, agencies, and publishers improve campaign performance, manage teams better, and understand audiences more deeply. The new features include detailed creative performance reporting, improved team access controls for agencies and publishers, and audience insights powered by TransUnion data. These updates aim to provide more useful insights and better data protection in response to user feedback. | New Amplified Voices Website to Showcase Black Storytelling Superadio's American Urban Radio Networks have launched AmplifiedVoices.com to expand digital content focused on Black culture and storytelling through podcasts and video. The site will host original shows like “Yung Joc and The Streetz Morning Takeover” and partner podcasts from networks like Mocha Podcast Network. Amplified Voices TV, launching soon, will offer free streaming video content centered on entertainment, social justice, and Black cultural stories. |
Music and Podcast Event Lets Young People Share Views A new music, dance, and podcast festival at DanceEast in Ipswich is inviting young people to share ideas on how to improve the town. The event, created by filmmaker Sarah Tieck and promoter Raph Adom, will feature live performances and a panel discussion focused on the needs and opinions of 18-25 year olds. Organizers hope to encourage understanding between generations and highlight that it’s normal for young people to simply want spaces to hang out. | Podcasts Grow Into Major Multi-Platform Industry The podcast industry has transformed from an audio-only format into a multi-platform experience, with people now engaging through video, social media, and live events as well as traditional audio. Brands and advertisers are adapting by using podcast content across different channels, like video and social media, to better connect with audiences. As a result, podcasts are now a central part of bigger marketing strategies, not just a small media option. |
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Podcast Of The Day
Scam Junkie
Technology has transformed our world, making the impossible possible—unfortunately, that includes scams. Gone are the days of simple cons like counterfeit bills or forged letters; today’s fraudsters use AI, deepfakes, and sophisticated digital schemes to exploit victims on a global scale. But as scams evolve, so does the fight against them. Enter Scam Junkie, a gripping true-crime podcast that dives deep into the shadowy world of white-collar crime, exposing the tricks of modern fraudsters and the shocking stories behind their schemes. The host, Steve Comisar, also known as 'The Don of Con', has a history of conducting scams that earned him millions over his 30-year career. Now reformed, he uses the platform to share his secrets and provide valuable fraud prevention tips.
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Visionary Voices Of Podcasting
Why Brutal Honesty is the Best Check on Power
Kara Swisher is a pioneering journalist, bestselling author, and powerhouse podcast host known for her incisive interviews with tech titans, politicians, and cultural icons. As the host of New York Times' "Sway" and co-host of "Pivot," she has built a reputation as Silicon Valley’s most fearless critic, blending sharp analysis with unapologetic questioning. With decades of experience—from early internet reporting at The Wall Street Journal to co-founding Recode and the iconic Code Conference—Swisher has shaped tech journalism while holding power to account. She argues that uncompromising truth-telling is the only way to cut through spin and demand accountability.
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Podcast Tip Of The DayYour backdrop isn’t just filler—it’s part of your brand. Ditch clutter, avoid distractions, and opt for a neutral or branded setting that keeps focus on you. Pay attention to lighting—natural light or soft lighting positioned in front of you flatters your face better than harsh overhead lights. Also consider adding subtle visual cues that reinforce your podcast’s theme, like relevant books or minimalist decor, but keep them sparse and meaningful. |  |
A Final Note
“A polished backdrop tells viewers you value their experience as much as your content.”
