Spotify’s New Skip Button Threatens Direct-Sold Podcast Advertising
Spotify's new skip button feature allows users to bypass podcast ads not sold directly through the platform, prompting alarm from publishers dependent on ad revenue.
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Industry Standards Drive Confidence in Podcast Advertising Measurement
IAB Tech Lab Podcast Measurement Guidelines drive advertiser confidence by standardizing metrics across publishers, addressing fragmentation that previously hindered podcast advertising investment growth.
Disney+, Hulu Expand Video Podcast Library With Six iHeartMedia Titles
Disney+ and Hulu acquire six iHeartMedia podcasts including "Hey Jonas!" to expand video podcast offerings beginning August 14, 2026.
NPR Promotes Moffett and Seifollahi in Leadership Restructuring
NPR promotes Bryan Moffett to Senior Vice President of Transformation and Michael Seifollahi to Vice President of Audience Technology and Data.
Cineverse Launches VAUDIO to Convert Podcast Ads Into Connected TV Campaigns
Cineverse launches VAUDIO, a tool that converts podcast and audio ads into connected TV campaigns without traditional video production, targeting $12 million in annual revenue.
Disney+, Hulu Add Six iHeartMedia Podcasts in Video Distribution Deal
Disney+ and Hulu begin streaming six iHeartMedia podcasts in video format starting August 14, 2026, under a distribution deal announced August 10.
iHeartMedia Q2 Revenue Rises 4.7% on Podcast Growth, Digital Unit Outpaces Radio
iHeartMedia reports Q2 revenue of $977 million as podcast revenue surges 20.7% and digital audio unit outpaces traditional radio for sixth consecutive quarter.
SiriusXM COO Wayne Thorsen Departs as Company Posts Strong Q2 Earnings
SiriusXM Chief Operating Officer Wayne Thorsen departs after less than two years with the company as it reports strong Q2 earnings driven by podcast advertising growth.
Audacy Expands Podcast Slate With Exclusive Partnership for Bunnie Xo’s ‘Dumb Blonde’
Audacy partners exclusively with creator Bunnie Xo to distribute her top-ranking 'Dumb Blonde' podcast, expanding its entertainment and women's lifestyle content slate.
Podcast Network The Roost Relaunches as Podium, Signs Trisha Paytas Deal
Podcast network The Roost relaunches as Podium on July 23, 2026, signing Trisha Paytas' Just Trish as first major partnership under the video-first brand.