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.
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RSS.com Launches Max Plan, Brings HLS Video to Apple Podcasts
RSS.com launches Max plan, enabling video episode distribution to Apple Podcasts via HLS streaming with automatic ad insertion and 70 percent creator revenue share.
Pinterest Expands Audio Discovery Features as Podcast Listenership Grows
Pinterest expands podcast discovery features as user demand for audio content grows on the social media platform.
Pocket Casts Launches Apple TV App, Expands Cross-Device Podcast Listening
Pocket Casts launches native Apple TV application July 27, allowing seamless podcast listening on television with cross-device synchronization.
YouTube Expands Custom Thumbnail Tools for Creators Across Shorts and Long-Form Video
YouTube launches custom thumbnail uploads for Shorts and AI-powered thumbnail generation in Ask Studio, streamlining creator workflows across its platform.
iHeart Australia Launches Video Podcasts, Expands Beyond Audio Format
ARN launches video podcasts and short-form video feed on iHeart Australia, expanding its audio-first platform while preserving creator ownership and monetization rights.
Southeast Asia Emerges as Fastest-Growing Podcast Market, Attracting Advertisers
Triton Digital identifies Southeast Asia as one of the world's fastest-growing podcast markets, driven by mobile-first audiences and extended commuting times across major economies.
Sports, Dramas Boost Cable Viewing Share to Six-Month High in April
Nielsen reports cable gains viewership share in April as NCAA and Masters tournaments drive television viewing, while streaming maintains 47.6 percent of total watch-time.
Spotify Beach Brings Creator Conversations and Performances to Cannes Lions 2026
Spotify hosts Spotify Beach at Cannes Lions 2026, featuring creator conversations and nightly performances to showcase fan engagement and cultural relevance.
News Publishers Shift Podcasts to Video as Platforms Prioritize New Formats
Major news publishers are rapidly converting podcasts to video formats and emphasizing personality-driven shows as platform algorithm changes prioritize new content types.