Podcast PRO Newsletter

Welcome to our Friday edition of the Podcast PRO Newsletter. We're always excited to deliver you all the latest updates in the podcasting world. Read on today's most interesting news, tips and podcast recommendations we've collected just for you.

As we close this week's newsletter, let us share a quote on International Tiara Day - "Let your confidence shine as bright as a tiara". Wear your invisible tiara with pride like our dear friend Tiara does! Have a great weekend everyone!

WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE PODCAST WORLD
AKA Design Unveils New ProVoice Podcast Desk at London Show

AKA Design, an expert in studio furniture, has introduced its fourth version of the ProVoice podcast desk at The Podcast Show held this week in London. This new model is intended for professional podcasts and video podcasts. To date, AKA has provided over 120 specific podcast studios across the globe to notable clients such as Spotify, Sky, NBC, Google, LinkedIn among others.

In Other News

Airwalk Reply launches new technology podcast

Airwalk Reply, a technology consulting firm, has started a new podcast called 'The Big Questions in Tech'. This monthly podcast will provide expert analysis on significant technological subjects. The first topic of discussion is the implications related to artificial intelligence.

The Daily Reporter launches Brews and Blueprints Podcast

The Daily Reporter has started a new podcast called Brews and Blueprints. It aims to connect with key people in the construction and development sector in Wisconsin. The first guests are Cavalier Johnson, Mayor of Milwaukee, April Krahn from C.D. Smith Construction, and Ryan O’Toole from Hunzinger Construction.

Travis Kelce, Jason Kelce’s 'New Heights' podcast set to go international

Travis Kelce and Jason Kelce, well-known for their New Heights podcast, are gearing up to record an episode in Cannes, France. This special global version of their popular podcast is set to be part of the 2024 Sport Beach event, which is linked with the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity.

Brooklyn Nine-Nine stars Stephanie Beatriz and Melissa Fumero launch comedy podcast

Stephanie Beatriz and Melissa Fumero from Brooklyn Nine-Nine are starting a funny podcast called More Better with Stephanie and Melissa. It's coming out on May 30. Wilmer Valderrama is the main producer, working alongside iHeartMedia’s My Cultura Network. The pair will be talking about life, sharing personal stories, and making people laugh.

New investigative podcast from Hedley Thomas launches today

Today, The Australian introduces Bronwyn, a fresh investigative podcast by celebrated reporter Hedley Thomas. This captivating narrative delves into the puzzling vanishing of Bronwyn Winfield in 1993. A loving mother to two young daughters, she went missing in a peaceful surfing village in New South Wales.

PODCAST OF THE DAY
Glad We Had This Chat with Caroline Hironss

Glad We Had This Chat is a podcast dedicated to beauty and skincare, hosted by renowned British skincare expert Caroline Hirons. Known as one of the most important figures in British beauty, Caroline offers honest advice based on scientific knowledge. Each week, she chats with various guests, including celebrities and industry experts. She's also the founder of her own successful brand which includes recommended products and an award-winning skincare line called Skin Rocks.

Get Your Podcast Featured Here

PODCAST TIP OF THE DAY
Podcast Lighting Tips

Podcast lighting is a crucial part of creating high-quality and engaging podcast content. It not only enhances the video quality but also adds a professional touch to your podcasts, making them more appealing to viewers. Whether you opt for LED studio lights or ring lights, the correct lighting setup can dramatically uplift your podcast's overall production value. This article will guide you on how to choose and use proper podcast lighting effectively.

Read the article to learn more

PODCAST FACTS
Did You Know?

• Nineteen genres have been identified as having at least one percent reach among weekly podcast listeners aged 13 and older in Q1 2024.

• While there have been changes to the top podcast genre rankings since Q1 2023, Comedy continues to capture the largest U.S. weekly 13+ podcast listening audience.

• Society & Culture and News also remain in the top three, but Society & Culture has now surpassed News for the #2 spot this quarter.

• The genres with the most movement compared to Q1 2023 are Music and Fiction, both moving up two spots on the list.

• Education and Religion & Spirituality also had growth on the ranker, moving up one spot from their Q1 2023 placement.

Credit to Edison Research

PODCAST SUGGESTIONS

Get Your Podcast Featured Here

PODCAST EVENTS
May Podcast Events in 2024

The Podcast Show

• The Podcast Show 2024

• Date: May 22 - 23

• Cost: £49- £295

• Location: Business Design Centre, Islington, London, England, UK

The Podcast Show is a major international event held in London, dedicated to the podcasting industry. It's the largest gathering of its kind in Europe and brings together independent podcast creators, industry professionals, and business leaders from around the world. The two-day event features over 350 speakers and more than 150 panels and sessions. It also includes live stage shows with exclusive performances throughout a week at Islington, London. The goal of The Podcast Show is to inspire, empower, and support those involved in podcasting today and in the future.

By night, between 20 and 26 May, the Podcast Show LIVE offers a festival of real-time evening broadcasts. This is a week-long programme of stage shows, held across Islington. Expect exclusive performances and guests as your favourite shows are brought to life.

PODCAST TONIGHT RADIO SCHEDULE

• The Eurasian Knot

• Wisdom Talk Radio

• The Life With Joey Calvo

• Sex Symbol podcast

• Fusebox

• Men On a Mission Podcast

• The Authors Show

• Odeon Capital Conversations Podcast

• Transforming Work With Sophie Wade

• The Agile Brand

• The Kitchen Table

PODCAST TOOL OF THE DAY
Sound Forge Pro 18

Sound Forge Pro is a user-friendly software that allows you to record and edit podcasts on up to 32 channels. It supports high-resolution audio up to 64-bit/768 kHz, enabling high-quality recording. The software also assists in creating podcast masters that adhere to international guidelines while providing tools for cutting, editing, and enhancing your audio files.

Features:

• 3D Reverb FX

• Storyblocks

• Text-To-Speech

• Mastering and restoration with iZotope Ozone 11 Elements & RX 10 Elements

• VST Engine & ARA2 support

• dynamicEQ featuring oversampling (exclusively in the Suite version)

• 32-channel audio recording, editing, and processing

• Record at up to 64-bit/768 kHz

• Numerous audio effects and plug-ins for sound design, mixing & mastering

• Celemony Melodyne essential 5 (exclusively in the Suite)

• Optimized onboarding

PODCAST HOST SPOTLIGHT
Nikki Ogunnaike

WANT TO GET INVOLVED WITH THE PODCAST TONIGHT NETWORK?

Here are some of what we got going on across the Podcast Tonight network!

• Over 600 Podcast Reviews at www.podcasttonight.com

• Podcast Tonight Radio

• Daily Newsletter to 60.000 subscribers

• Huge social media following & Growing

• Podcast Tonight 3-hour audio course

• Podcast Tonight TOP 20 Chart Show

• The BIG 30-day Podcast to Business Mentorship program coming soon