BBC Sounds sees 831 million plays in 2nd quarter of 2026 - PodcastingToday

BBC Sounds saw 831 million plays in Q2 2026, with strong growth in on-demand listening and video podcast views across platforms.

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Podcast Space's Ana Xavier tours Obama Presidential Center Media Suite - PodcastingToday

Ana Xavier previewed the Obama Presidential Center’s Media Suite, discussing podcasting’s community impact with President Obama before its public opening.

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Acast opens Apple Podcasts video to all creators - PodcastingToday

Acast now allows all creators to publish video episodes on Apple Podcasts, offering new monetisation and audience engagement opportunities across the platform.

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Time Travelling Queers podcast explores hidden histories - PodcastingToday

Time Travelling Queers podcast, hosted by Don One, uncovers overlooked LGBTQ+ histories with humour and insight. Launches 11 August 2026.

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Podcast journeys Route 66’s culture, history and flavours - PodcastingToday

Route 66: America’s Greatest Road Trip podcast explores the highway’s culture, history and food, featuring guests and local stories along the route.

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Jamie Lee O'Donnell reveals therapy led to life changing fresh start - PodcastingToday

Jamie Lee O'Donnell says therapy changed her life, leading to a move to Barcelona and going no contact with her family.

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Paul Samuels discusses naming The O2 arena on Blinding Talent podcast - PodcastingToday

Paul Samuels shares insights on naming The O2 and the evolving role of brand partnerships in live music on the Blinding Talent podcast.

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Podcast examines Kwaneta Harris’s complex true crime case - PodcastingToday

What She Buried explores the tangled case of Kwaneta Harris, questioning the truth behind her conviction and the myths surrounding her story.

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Shure partners with AIBs 2026 to support audio - PodcastingToday

Shure will support the AIBs 2026 as Exclusive Event Partner, focusing on audio’s role in journalism and launching masterclasses for content creators.

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Persephonica partners with Acast for podcast growth - PodcastingToday

Acast will monetise Persephonica’s podcast catalogue, supporting growth and video expansion while Persephonica maintains creative independence and its Sheffield headquarters.

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Gangster podcast returns with Brian Wright story - PodcastingToday

Gangster returns to BBC Sounds, revealing the 11-year investigation into Brian Wright, a key figure in Britain’s cocaine trade.

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Audacy secures exclusive audio rights to Matthew Berry podcast - PodcastingToday

Audacy will exclusively handle audio sales and distribution for Matthew Berry’s podcast, expanding its sports audio offering from August 2026.

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BBC and NPR podcast investigates Austin Tice disappearance - PodcastingToday

BBC and NPR launch a nine-part podcast investigating journalist Austin Tice’s disappearance in Syria, offering new evidence and global perspectives.

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HistoryExtra returns with conspiracy theory podcast - PodcastingToday

HistoryExtra’s podcast returns with six episodes, each exploring a different historical conspiracy theory with expert guests and new analysis.

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Eurowaves forms advisory board to boost collaboration - PodcastingToday

Eurowaves launches an international advisory board to connect European podcasting with global industry expertise and foster cross-border collaboration.

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Do Not Disturb podcast tackles the hidden realities of motherhood - PodcastingToday

Do Not Disturb podcast tackles the hidden realities of motherhood

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CheapShow podcast celebrates 500 episodes with special live show - PodcastingToday

CheapShow will celebrate its 500th episode with a special live show in Cambridge later this month.

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Audible releases Anything With a Pulse podcast - PodcastingToday

Audible launches Anything With a Pulse, an audio drama exploring modern relationships and early adulthood, starring Asa Butterfield and Lydia West.

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Charlamagne Tha God among highest paid podcasters - PodcastingToday

Charlamagne Tha God is named among Forbes’ highest paid podcasters, driven by his iHeartMedia deal and growth of The Black Effect Podcast Network.

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London Podcast Festival reveals more 2026 live and streamed shows - PodcastingToday

London Podcast Festival 2026 will feature live and streamed shows, audio drama, workshops, and a diverse line-up at Kings Place.

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AI personalised audio campaign boosts listener response - PodcastingToday

AI generated audio adverts delivered stronger recall, awareness and listener action in personalised campaign results.

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Podcast listening grows as UK audio habits continue to evolve - PodcastingToday

Podcast listening continues to grow in the UK, with younger adults driving demand and digital audio advertising increasing, according to Ofcom's latest Media

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Spotify introduces personalised Running Mode for workouts - PodcastingToday

Spotify launches Running Mode, offering personalised playlists and audio cues for runners and walkers, now available to Premium iOS users in select countries.

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British Podcast Awards Listeners’ Choice shortlist now on Spotify - PodcastingToday

Public voting for the 2026 Listeners’ Choice Award is now open, with the Top 20 shortlist available exclusively in Spotify’s app.

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Maria Ramos to host AIBs 2026 awards - PodcastingToday

Maria Ramos will host the AIBs 2026, celebrating global excellence in journalism and factual audio productions with entries from over 25 countries.

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Daniel launches visual podcast sharing real-life chaos - PodcastingToday

Daniel’s new podcast brings candid, humorous real-life stories and guest conversations to Spotify and YouTube, focusing on life’s unpredictable moments.

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Podcast reveals secretaries shaped Elizabeth I’s image - PodcastingToday

A new podcast episode reveals Queen Elizabeth I’s temper was exaggerated by secretaries, reshaping views on her letters and authorship.

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Lauren Laverne talks nature, recovery and radio on Outsiding podcast - PodcastingToday

Lauren Laverne reflects on recovery, radio and why spending time outdoors has become so important in her life.

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Libsyn secures exclusive deal with Don Lemon's media network - PodcastingToday

Libsyn will exclusively host and monetise The Don Lemon Show and companion podcasts, expanding reach and advertiser access for Lemon Media Network.

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Everybody Knows But Me podcast returns for season two - PodcastingToday

Everybody Knows But Me returns for a second season, expanding its focus to include listeners’ family secrets and generational stories.

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