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Podcasts are seeing significant developments with new co-hosts joining established shows and acquisitions of popular horror series. Major platforms are also expanding their reach through wide-ranging deals with media companies, indicating continued growth and investment in the audio content space.
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Nina Parker officially joined Crooked Media's 'Keep It' podcast as a co-host this week, working alongside Louis Virtel. Parker had previously served as a popular guest host on the podcast earlier in 2024.
The Doc Talk Podcast is analyzing early contenders for the Best Documentary Feature award at the 99th Academy Awards. As of early 2026, the race is described as "open-ended" with no definitive frontrunner.
Audible announced on November 14, 2023, the casting for its original audio drama adaptation of Jilly Cooper's short story, 'A Pressing Engagement.' The production features a notable ensemble of British actors, including Rhea Norwood, Corey Mylchreest, Hannah Waddingham, Richard Ayoade, Vivian Oparah, and Bessie Carter.
Comedian Josh Johnson discussed his first HBO special, "Symphony," on the "Comedy Means Business Podcast." Johnson stated that "Symphony" represents a new beginning for him, unlike most specials that mark the end of a creative phase.
Katty Kay, co-host of 'Rest Is Politics: US', has launched a new podcast and YouTube series titled 'Doing It Anyway'. This series from Gary Lineker's production company, Goalhanger, will have six weekly episodes exploring multifaceted topics.
On October 26, 2023, Amazon's Wondery signed a wide-ranging deal with Kevin Durant and Rich Kleiman's media company, Boardroom. This agreement grants Wondery exclusive distribution and advertising sales rights for Boardroom's existing podcasts and expands content offerings.