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With a slate of premium programming, Starglow Media, a new company focused on kids and family audio content, launches.

With a slate of premium programming, Starglow Media, a new company focused on kids and family audio content, launches.

August 22, 2023

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Today, Starglow Media, a brand-new audio network specialising in children's and family programming, debuts with a lineup of well-liked premium content covering science, adventure, bedtime stories, education, and family news.

With the goal of fostering cherished co-listening experiences that families can share, Starglow Media is committed to bringing the newest podcasts and audiobooks exclusively for kids and families. The business was started by Jed Baker, who will also lead Starglow Media.

Starglow Media, Founder and CEO Jed Baker said ““Kids & Family is the fastest growing genre in audio at the moment due to 71% of US parents saying they’re concerned their child is spending too much time on screens. Audio is the perfect alternative, but right now there is far too little content being provided as evidenced by the most recent report from Edison Research and KidsListen. We could not be more excited to help solve this problem and intend to launch the next big franchises, brands, and characters in the kids space audio first!”".

UTA Partner & Head of Audio Oren Rosenbaum notes, “We are thrilled to be working with Jed in this new capacity as the opportunities for this genre are immense and we’re just scratching the surface, both in audio and other derivative formats.”

The initial lineup of shows from Starglow Media boasts a combined 3 million average monthly downloads and includes the following:

Stories Podcast – A story-time show for kids of all ages and one of the most listened to podcasts globally.
Stories Podcast Sleep Series – A sleepy time companion series to Stories Podcast.
Who Smarted? – A show that uses hilarious storytelling, cool characters & surprising sound effects to teach curious Kids and their Adults amazing Science & History facts.
KidNuz - A, fun, fresh, first-of-its-kind podcast connecting curious kids with current events. There’s no better way to jumpstart their news know-how - and some great conversations - every weekday morning.
Girl Tales - A weekly, kids & family podcast that offers a feminist twist on classic fairytales, fables, and myths.

Starglow Media will launch original programming in the coming months featuring prominent names across entertainment, sports, and more.

Prior to Starglow Media, Founder and CEO Jed Baker worked at United Talent Agency in its TV and Podcast departments, representing industry giants like Wondery, iHeart, Audible, and many others. In 2021, Forbes recognized him on their annual "30 under 30” list.

Audiences can subscribe to Starglow Media on Apple Podcasts at www.apple.co/starglow or on any other audio casting platform for ad-free listening and upcoming exclusive content. To find out more about Starglow Media and their upcoming offerings, please visit starglowmedia.com.

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