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Daily news for people in podcasting - from Apple Podcasts to Spotify and YouTube; Amy Poehler to Crime Junkie and Joe Rogan, indie podcasting to the biggest hits. Whether it's the newest show from Goalhanger, the latest signing from The Ringer, advertising information from Magellan AI or Podtrac, research including the most popular podcasts to listen to, or updates from The Daily from The New York Times, we cover it all, every weekday. Podnews also covers the latest podcast jobs and events - and we help you with new podcasts to listen to. Our podcast is updated weekdays at 7a Eastern; but you can also visit https://podnews.net to get our free newsletter, for all the stories whenever you need them. Email: editor@podnews.net
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Episodes
New, AI-native podcast hosting and production
3/12/2026
New entrant Rebel Audio gets $3.8mn in funding. Sponsored by Riverside. Riverside now offers Podcast Hosting, included free on all plans. Record, edit, and publish to Spotify, Apple, YouTube, and more, all from one platform. You’ll also get built-in analytics and a podcast website to help you grow your show. Go give it a try! https://podnews.net/cc/3365 Visit https://podnews.net/update/rebel-audio for the story links in full, and to get our daily newsletter.
Duration:00:04:57
Libsyn podcast ad revenue grew 48% in 2025
3/11/2026
The company has announced the Libsyn Audience Network. Sponsored by Riverside. Riverside now offers Podcast Hosting. Record in studio-quality, edit with ease, and publish your podcast to reach listeners worldwide, all from one platform. Host where you record. https://podnews.net/cc/3360 Visit https://podnews.net/update/libsyn-ad-revenue-48 for the story links in full, and to get our daily newsletter.
Duration:00:05:53
Podbean suddenly switches off DAI
3/10/2026
Looks like it's a GDPR issue. Sponsored by Riverside. Riverside now offers Podcast Hosting. Record, edit, and publish to Spotify, Apple, YouTube, and more, all from the same platform. Host where you record. https://podnews.net/cc/3356 Visit https://podnews.net/update/podbean-switches-off-dai for the story links in full, and to get our daily newsletter.
Duration:00:05:20
AI in podcasts: when should you disclose it?
3/9/2026
A new website aims to help clarify things. Sponsored by Riverside. Riverside now offers Podcast Hosting. Record, edit, and publish to Spotify, Apple, YouTube, and more, all from the same platform. Host where you record. https://podnews.net/cc/3348 Visit https://podnews.net/update/ai-disclosures for the story links in full, and to get our daily newsletter.
Duration:00:07:39
Cumulus files for bankruptcy, again
3/6/2026
It is trying to eliminate around $600mn of debt. Sponsored by Riverside. Podcast growth is increasingly multi-platform. A top show expanded to video with Riverside and grew RSS 15%. Expand your reach with Riverside without rebuilding your stack. Start for free. https://podnews.net/cc/3338 Visit https://podnews.net/update/cumulus-chapter-11 for the story links in full, and to get our daily newsletter.
Duration:00:06:53
Frequency tunes into Flightpath for realtime monetization
3/5/2026
The tool should give a clearer view of real-time monetization opportunities. Sponsored by Riverside. Video is becoming central to podcast growth. One leading show expanded to video with Riverside and saw 15% RSS growth. Expand your reach with Riverside without rebuilding your stack. Start for free. https://podnews.net/cc/3336 Visit https://podnews.net/update/frequency-flightpath-monetization for the story links in full, and to get our daily newsletter.
Duration:00:03:07
Cheaper Audible for podcast-lovers
3/4/2026
All the Audible Originals and Wondery shows you can listen to. Sponsored by Riverside. Ready to grow your podcast beyond audio? One leading show expanded from audio to video with Riverside and saw 15% RSS growth. Scale without rebuilding your workflow. Start for free. https://podnews.net/cc/3334 Visit https://podnews.net/update/audible-standard-plan-2 for the story links in full, and to get our daily newsletter.
Duration:00:04:49
Podcasts get AI visuals to help video transition
3/3/2026
Video for podcasts with no video. Sponsored by Riverside. Video is reshaping the podcast landscape. One show expanded to video with Riverside and grew RSS 15%. Expand your reach without rebuilding your stack. Start for free https://podnews.net/cc/3327 Visit https://podnews.net/update/podcasts-ai-visuals for the story links in full, and to get our daily newsletter.
Duration:00:05:09
Audacy connects creators to YouTube
3/2/2026
Got video? Audacy's podcast host can handle that now. Sponsored by Riverside. Is your podcast ready to grow beyond audio? One team expanded from audio to video with Riverside and saw 15% RSS growth. Scale your show without rebuilding your workflow. Start for free https://podnews.net/cc/3323 Visit https://podnews.net/update/audacy-creators-youtube-2 for the story links in full, and to get our daily newsletter.
Duration:00:06:23
Podcasts overtake spoken-word radio
2/27/2026
And, revenue set to increase, too. Sponsored by CoHost. Is your podcast audience truly growing? Explore CoHost’s New Listener metric that reveals how many people are discovering your podcast for the very first time. https://podnews.net/cc/3272 Visit https://podnews.net/update/podcasts-overtake-radio for the story links in full, and to get our daily newsletter.
Duration:00:05:59
Revealed: Podcast Movement NYC
2/26/2026
A reinvigorated event is headed to New York City. Sponsored by CoHost. Is your podcast audience truly growing? Explore CoHost’s New Listener metric that reveals how many people are discovering your podcast for the very first time. https://podnews.net/cc/3272 Visit https://podnews.net/update/podcast-movement-2026-nyc for the story links in full, and to get our daily newsletter.
Duration:00:04:54
‘Wisecrack’ walks away with four awards
2/25/2026
Kara Swisher was given the Governors Award.. Sponsored by CoHost. Is your podcast audience truly growing? Explore CoHost’s New Listener metric that reveals how many people are discovering your podcast for the very first time. https://podnews.net/cc/3272 Visit https://podnews.net/update/wisecrack-ambies-winner for the story links in full, and to get our daily newsletter.
Duration:00:03:30
The Ambies will livestream tonight
2/24/2026
A heavy snowstorm caused its postponement. Sponsored by CoHost. Is your podcast audience truly growing? Explore CoHost’s New Listener metric that reveals how many people are discovering your podcast for the very first time. https://podnews.net/cc/3272 Visit https://podnews.net/update/ambies-livestream-snow for the story links in full, and to get our daily newsletter.
Duration:00:05:56
Ad-skipping in podcasts is ‘surprisingly low’
2/23/2026
The overwhelming majority of listeners don't skip at all. Sponsored by CoHost. Is your podcast audience truly growing? Explore CoHost’s New Listener metric that reveals how many people are discovering your podcast for the very first time. https://podnews.net/cc/3272 Visit https://podnews.net/update/ad-skipping-podcasts-stats for the story links in full, and to get our daily newsletter.
Duration:00:06:22
No, podcasts aren’t “video-first”
2/20/2026
In spite of what you may think. Sponsored by CoHost. Stop guessing what holds listener attention. CoHost’s consumption metrics reveal where listeners stay engaged, where they leave, and which episodes actually deliver value. https://podnews.net/cc/3271 Visit https://podnews.net/update/video-first-no for the story links in full, and to get our daily newsletter.
Duration:00:05:00
Global puts podcasts and radio in the driving seat
2/19/2026
Your podcast player now has four wheels. Sponsored by CoHost. Stop guessing what holds listener attention. CoHost’s consumption metrics reveal where listeners stay engaged, where they leave, and which episodes actually deliver value. https://podnews.net/cc/3271 Visit https://podnews.net/update/global-podcasts for the story links in full, and to get our daily newsletter.
Duration:00:05:32
Podcast app adds x-rated chapter images
2/18/2026
Automated images causes embarrassment in the car. Sponsored by CoHost. Stop guessing what holds listener attention. CoHost’s consumption metrics reveal where listeners stay engaged, where they leave, and which episodes actually deliver value. https://podnews.net/cc/3271 Visit https://podnews.net/update/naughty-pictures for the story links in full, and to get our daily newsletter.
Duration:00:05:46
Apple Podcasts launches video - all the details
2/17/2026
Your questions answered - about one of the biggest moves by Apple this year. Sponsored by CoHost. Stop guessing what holds listener attention. CoHost’s consumption metrics reveal where listeners stay engaged, where they leave, and which episodes actually deliver value. https://podnews.net/cc/3271 Visit https://podnews.net/update/apple-podcasts-hero for the story links in full, and to get our daily newsletter.
Duration:00:05:39
Catch up when you fill up: the podcast at the pumps
2/16/2026
Don't worry - there's also a mute button. Sponsored by CoHost. Stop guessing what holds listener attention. CoHost’s consumption metrics reveal where listeners stay engaged, where they leave, and which episodes actually deliver value. https://podnews.net/cc/3271 Visit https://podnews.net/update/pumps-podcast for the story links in full, and to get our daily newsletter.
Duration:00:05:01
Podcasts from the Epstein Files
2/13/2026
The shows he listened to, was recommended, and even helped pay for. Sponsored by CoHost. Who’s listening to your podcast? CoHost’s B2B Analytics reveals companies, industries, and job roles tuning in, helping brands connect podcasting to pipeline. https://podnews.net/cc/3270 Visit https://podnews.net/update/podcasts-epstein for the story links in full, and to get our daily newsletter.
Duration:00:05:54