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Last updated September 12, 2024 – 3:38pm All of Marianna Spring's Radio 4 and BBC Sounds investigative series will be available on BBC Sounds' new podcast feed, Marianna in Conspiracyland. Marianna, our disinformation and social media correspondent, is heading to the US for the second series of Why Do You Hate Me. In a new series, she explores the social media backdrop to the US presidential election, examining various online phenomena and instances of hate and how they may affect how people vote. Marianna travels from Colorado to Baltimore to New York, tracking the victims and perpetrators of harm…
Last updated September 12, 2024 – 1:19pm Our new weekly global news podcast, 90 Seconds to Midnight, contains informed analysis, discussion and on-the-ground reporting on the week's most impactful geopolitical issues. Produced by DMG Media, the podcast is hosted by Daily Mail special correspondent David Patrikarakos. The Doomsday Clock is a symbolic countdown to human extinction and a globally recognized annual indicator of the world's vulnerability to man-made global catastrophe. When the clock strikes midnight, the world will come to an end. The Doomsday Clock is set every year, but given the scale of the challenges humanity faces every…
Last updated on September 12, 2024 – 11:49 AM Perfect Day Media, one of the largest and most successful podcast studios in the Nordics, has been acquired by PodX Group. The 100% acquisition was made from Perfect Day's sister company, Pop House Entertainment. “We are honored and excited to welcome Perfect Day Media to the PodX Group,” said Patrik Svensk, CEO of PodX Group. “Perfect Day Media occupies a unique position in the Nordic podcast market, excelling at attracting top talent while also successfully monetizing the format and content. “This acquisition is perfectly aligned with our vision to become…
Last updated on September 12, 2024 – 9:48 AM Money Crimes is a new original podcast from Crime House and PAVE Studios that explores the dark side of finance and exposes the world's most heinous financial crimes. Hosted by financial expert and best-selling author Nicole Lapin, this true crime docuseries takes a look behind the scenes at some of the most notorious high-stakes white-collar crimes, including Elizabeth Holmes, The Bling Ring and the FTX collapse. Nicole not only explores these bizarre stories, but also offers practical advice on how to avoid becoming a victim. Nicole Lapin said: “Money Crimes…
Last updated on September 11, 2024 – 10:59 AM Wondery has launched its latest true crime documentary series, “Criminal Attorney,” hosted by award-winning hip-hop personality and journalist Brandon “Jinx” Jenkins. Each season will feature a story of legal corruption or courtroom scandal, centering on a lawyer or attorney with his or her finger on the scales of justice. Season 1 charts the rise and fall of ruthless lawyer Paul Bergrin. The series follows bank manager-turned-FBI agent Sean Brokos as he takes on the task of cleaning up the city of Newark. As she delves deeper into the murky world…
Last updated on September 11, 2024 – 9:21am Podspace has hired three senior executives as it embarks on international expansion. Industry veteran Öjje Holt, co-founder of Acast and former CEO of Spotify in the Nordics, will join as growth director. Eeva Ronkainen will take on the role of Country Manager for the newly opened Helsinki office, while Johan Leijonhufvud will take on the role of Senior Client Manager. Both Ronkainen and Leijonhufvud have extensive experience in the audio media sector, including many years at Spotify. Podspace, a podcast platform and marketplace, has a significant presence in the Nordic market…
Last updated September 10, 2024 – 5:03 PM Amaze Media Labs has launched the Branded Audience Growth Network, a solution designed to help businesses dramatically increase their podcast listenership. It works through a combination of targeted contextual advertising and technology: the platform provides precision and reach to identify listeners who perfectly match the audience a brand wants for their podcast. “Since introducing our first audience growth tool several years ago, we've worked with leading brands and podcast agencies to continually refine our approach,” said Brett Sklar, co-founder of Amaze Media Labs. “With the Branded Audience Growth Network, we've further…
Last updated September 10, 2024 – 2:36 p.m. The new limited series podcast, Parents vs The Internet, hosted by Esther Gay and Liz Hull, explores ways to keep kids safer. Esther's daughter, Brianna Gay, was killed at age 16 in an ambush by classmates at school that was planned via text messages by a 15-year-old classmate inspired by content they had seen on the dark web. Brianna herself was struggling with mental health issues and had secretly accessed sites on her smartphone that promoted anorexia and self-harm. Throughout the 10-part series, Esther and Liz will speak with experts and…
Last updated September 10, 2024 – 1:41pm Award-winning journalist and best-selling author Bryony Gordon launches a new podcast, “The Life of Bryony.” Briony is a mental health pioneer, five-time Sunday Times bestselling author, marathon runner (in her underwear), founder of Mental Health Mates, and known for her candid conversations, including an exclusive interview with Prince Harry. The Life of Bryony is like a heart-to-heart conversation with your funniest and smartest friend. Each week Bryony joins a rotating cast of experts, celebrities and everyday heroes to tackle topics that are rarely discussed publicly. These include Adele Roberts and her wife…
Last updated on September 10, 2024 – 10:44 AM The Ringer's Rugby Rodeo is a new podcast that has launched on Spotify celebrating women in rugby. The weekly podcast is hosted by England team-mates Jess Breach and Ellie Kildarn, who recently represented Great Britain at the Paris 2024 Rugby Sevens Tournament, and is a spin-off of the hugely successful 'The Rugby Pod'. Each episode will provide an in-depth look into the world of professional women's rugby, featuring behind-the-scenes stories and inspiring interviews with fellow athletes and notable figures from the world of sport. From thriving in…