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A podcast catering to foster youth is hitting the road with a vibrant trailer, embarking on a 1,800-mile journey across America. Research reveals podcasts lead in audience trust compared to other media, making their ads feel more genuine. Meanwhile, video podcasts are gaining popularity in Kenya, showcasing a dynamic shift in the digital landscape. Exciting news about new podcast networks and community celebrations also highlights the evolving podcast industry, setting the stage for the upcoming Podcast Movement gathering.

A legal confrontation is brewing as a lawyer claims podcast apps misused Radio-Canada's feeds, revealing misunderstandings about podcasting. Meanwhile, Gumball has unveiled adaptive ads that tailor to both audience and brand needs, enhancing advertising potential. Kym Treasure advocates for a holistic advertising approach that aligns with listener behavior instead of outdated silos. Plus, don't miss the upcoming Podcast Movement in Dallas, where creators and industry experts will gather to share insights!

Kast Media is back in action after successfully exiting Chapter 11 bankruptcy, showcasing a fresh leadership team including new CEO Matty Staudt. The company has unveiled initiatives aimed at creator transparency, ensuring podcasters have clear visibility on fund flow. Alongside this, advancements in video podcasting are on the horizon, with the Podcast Standards Project introducing open RSS delivery. Plus, get ready for nominations to kick off for the People's Choice Podcast Awards!

Marc Maron announces the end of his iconic podcast after 16 years, citing burnout as a key factor. Exciting initiatives like The Summer Listening Challenge are engaging kids to dive into podcasting with certificates for completion. The Podcasting, Seriously Awards Fund reaches a milestone with its 300th grant, supporting creators in the industry. Additionally, the podcast explores the rise of video advertising and subscription tools, alongside key shifts in the podcasting landscape.

Spotify improves its podcast game with new discovery tools, featuring personalized recommendations right on the home screen. The app now allows for an interactive comments section and a dedicated following view. Meanwhile, FanDuel takes the lead in podcast advertising spending, proving the industry's growing market. The much-anticipated Independent Podcast Forum has also been postponed, hinting at shifting dynamics in the podcast landscape. Tune in for the latest buzz in the podcasting world!

Acast debuts its AI-driven Smart Recommendations tool, transforming how advertisers connect with podcast audiences. The BBC partners with a festival to offer free shows, bringing more accessibility to listeners. Meanwhile, Kast Media inches closer to resolving its bankruptcy, revealing its financial struggles and advertising income. Exciting innovations and strategic partnerships are reshaping the podcast industry landscape!

Discover the fascinating world of podcast advertising, where female and male listeners recall ads equally, unlike traditional media. This unique gender parity highlights the medium's effectiveness. Additionally, the winners of the 2025 Quill Podcast Awards are unveiled, with a nod to 'Well, I Laughed' as Podcast of the Year. Plus, find out about PodSummit YYC 2025, featuring top speakers and live shows. Tune in for these insights and more from the ever-evolving podcast industry!

Discover the potential of improved video podcasting through open RSS solutions that promise dynamic advertising and better analytics. A new AI tool called Podsqueeze emerges, making it easier to share captivating clips on social media. The history of video podcast charts is revisited, showcasing how far the industry has come. Finally, explore insights into the latest podcast hosting services and their role in shaping listener engagement.

The winners of the 2025 New York Festivals Radio Awards are revealed, with CBC/Radio-Canada taking home the title of Broadcaster of the Year. An investigative podcast, Master Plan, snags the National Press Club Award. A fascinating discussion with YouTube’s Tim Katz highlights the platform's role in the podcasting space, emphasizing that top US podcasts often thrive there. Plus, new analysis shows that true crime podcasts attract the biggest sponsors, reflecting a compelling trend in the industry.

Sponsored by RedCircle. Don’t. Do not. Underdeliver on your ad read. Our best tips to avoid that. The team from Apple Podcasts spoke at The Podcast Show yesterday - the first ever time that Apple Podcasts has spoken at a podcasting event. The talk, by Jake Shapiro and Susie Warhurst, was well received by the audience, who learnt that 2024 was Apple Podcasts’ best year ever for listeners, hours, and premium podcast subscribers. The chimneys at the iconic Battersea Power Station, where Apple’s UK operations are based, turned Apple Podcasts purple in celebration of the podcast creator community this week. Apple unveiled some data from one of Goalhanger’s shows, The Rest is History. That show has 45,000 paying subscribers using Apple Podcasts, and it was revealed that 57% of them are on the annual plan, which is helpful for retention. Tony Pastor, the co-founder of Goalhanger, was quoted as saying “The key advantage of Apple Podcasts Subscriptions is how seamless the experience is for listeners.” Apple Podcasts also shared the strength of UK podcasting, with many UK shows also achieving top 10 chart positions around the world, like Wondery/Novel’s Kill List and Noiser’s Sherlock Holmes. Apple said that 88 of the top 100 UK shows are made in the UK. Apple Podcasts announced the latest additions to the Creators We Love program, which includes five of the UK’s most well-established podcasters. Selected by the Apple Podcasts editorial team, the five shows will be promoted both on and off the platform. Opinion: It’s nearly 20 years since podcasts first went into iTunes; and Apple has been a good steward of open podcasting since. Apple Podcasts has been criticised in the past for being overly secretive; but to see the Apple team being so open with creators at The Podcast Show was refreshing and well-reviewed by all - and reinforced that Apple, of all of the big podcast platforms, is podcasting’s friend. We hope to see more of this in future. > > > Read more of today’s podcast industry news stories on the Podnews website: and get our free daily newsletter.Classifieds - your job or ad hereDon't sell a Patreon ❌, sell your subscription ✅! — Supporting Cast is completely white labeled, so your brand is always front and center. Build YOUR subscription & community, not Patreon's🎵 Story-driven music for podcast creators 🆕 — Music for podcasters, documentarians and those with a story to tell. Thousands of royalty-free tracks composed for narrative use, fast editing and emotive scoring. Get your free 7-day trial today.Gold supporters: Buzzsprout, Mowpod, Mamamia, PodMatch, The $100 MBA, The Podglomerate, Sounds Profitable, Cloud10, Resound, Audiohook, Cohost, audioBoom, RedCircle, SALT, Steve Lack: Audio, Podscribe, Simplecast, Riverside.fm, Jar Podcast Solutions, Podchaser, Awesound, Podpage websites, Evergreen Podcasts, Disctopia, We Edit Podcasts, Knucklehead Media Group, AcastSilver supporters: Audacia Audio, Gamut Podcast Network, Bumper, Goalhanger, Sounds Debatable, Magellan AI, Jonekiri, Castbox, ARN's iHeartPodcast Network Aust, Ask Ralph Christian Finance, Voxtopica, Tink Media, Compliance Podcast Network, Gumball, Frequency, Podium , Ausha, Storyboard, The Roost, Gilded Audio, The Podcast Haven, SoundStack, Red Seat Ventures, Huberman Lab, POW PR, Truefans, Podcastpage, Message Heard, Health Podcast Network, Diversion Podcasts, Wondery, Transistor, Jam Street Media, Castos, matchmaker.fm, Oxford Road, Double Elvis Productions, Rephonic, Podcast Taxi, Ossa Collective, Lemonada Media, Rhapsody Voices, Zvook, Heartcast Media50, Headliner, Sonic Influencer Marketing, Optimal Living Daily, Blubrry, Hear.Here.Singapore, StreamGuys, Content10x, Podcast Partnership, Ad Results Media, She Podcasts, Cleanfeed, Podcast Movement, Sonix, School of Podcasting, Lower Street, Podigy, Adopter Media, Revolver Podcasts, Edison Research, Signal Hill InsightsOur supporters pay for Podnews, so everyone can read it. Join them today.Image: Apple