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Rhodri Talfan Davies has been confirmed as the BBC’s Interim Director-General, taking over leadership of the corporation from 3 April.
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Rhodri Talfan Davies named as interim BBC Director-General - PodcastingToday
Rhodri Talfan Davies has been confirmed as the BBC’s Interim Director-General, taking over leadership of the corporation from 3 April.
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January 28, 2026 at 2:22 PM
Science in Sport has partnered with Crowd Network to launch For The Love Of Running, a new creator-led digital platform aimed at runners of all abilities.
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Science in Sport launches running content platform with Crowd Network - PodcastingToday
Science in Sport has partnered with Crowd Network to launch For The Love Of Running, a new creator-led digital platform aimed at runners of all abilities.
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January 28, 2026 at 2:06 PM
Goalhanger has announced a strategic partnership with US investment firm The Chernin Group, marking the first time it has taken external funding since launching in 2014.
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Goalhanger takes first external investment since launch - PodcastingToday
Goalhanger has announced a strategic partnership with US investment firm The Chernin Group, marking the first time it has taken external funding since launching in 2014.
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January 28, 2026 at 1:02 PM
Entries are now open for the first Scottish Podcast Awards, launching a new celebration of podcasting talent across Scotland’s growing audio and video sector.
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Entries open for inaugural Scottish Podcast Awards as categories revealed - PodcastingToday
Entries are now open for the first Scottish Podcast Awards, launching a new celebration of podcasting talent across Scotland’s growing audio and video sector.
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January 28, 2026 at 11:30 AM
Bauer Media UK has signed new partnerships to scale its digital audio advertising platform, audioXi, extending reach to more than 10 million podcast listeners each month.
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Bauer Media expands audioXi reach with major podcast partnerships - PodcastingToday
Bauer Media UK has signed new partnerships to scale its digital audio advertising platform, audioXi, extending reach to more than 10 million podcast listeners each month.
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January 28, 2026 at 10:52 AM
Hello, Puzzlers is marking the USA’s National Puzzle Day with a one off live streamed show for listeners.
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Hello, Puzzlers podcast to livestream special for US National Puzzle Day - PodcastingToday
Hello, Puzzlers is marking the USA’s National Puzzle Day with a one off live streamed show for listeners.
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January 28, 2026 at 9:06 AM
The Podcast Show London has announced its full International Advisory Board for this year, as planning continues for this year’s event taking place 20 and 21 May.
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Podcast Show London reveals advisory board and speaker submissions details - PodcastingToday
The Podcast Show London has announced its full International Advisory Board for this year, as planning continues for this year’s event taking place 20 and 21 May.
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January 27, 2026 at 5:26 PM
BBC Radio 4’s You’re Dead to Me is heading out on a major UK live tour this spring.
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Tickets go on sale for Radio 4’s You’re Dead to Me podcast live UK tour - PodcastingToday
BBC Radio 4’s You’re Dead to Me is heading out on a major UK live tour this spring.
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January 27, 2026 at 3:02 PM
The Comedian’s Comedian Podcast is marking its 500th episode with Reggie Watts as the featured guest.
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Reggie Watts headlines episode 500 of The Comedian’s Comedian Podcast - PodcastingToday
The Comedian’s Comedian Podcast is marking its 500th episode with Reggie Watts as the featured guest.
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January 27, 2026 at 12:45 PM
Paddy Raff is set to host a new comedy panel series for BBC Sounds and BBC Radio Ulster, putting public opinion at the heart of every episode.
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Paddy Raff fronts comedy commission for BBC Sounds and BBC Radio Ulster - PodcastingToday
Paddy Raff is set to host a new comedy panel series for BBC Sounds and BBC Radio Ulster, putting public opinion at the heart of every episode.
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January 26, 2026 at 12:43 PM
Tom Baker MBE returns to Baker Street in a brand-new original audio drama, Sir Sherlock: The Red Letter Day.

The new production from AUK Studios, which will see the former Doctor Who star take on the role of Sir Sherlock Holmes, is due for release in March.
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Tom Baker returns as Sherlock Holmes in new audio drama - PodcastingToday
Tom Baker MBE returns to Baker Street in a brand-new original audio drama, Sir Sherlock: The Red Letter Day.
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January 26, 2026 at 10:43 AM
Oprah Winfrey's podcast has received four Ambies nominations in its first year.

Presented by The Podcast Academy, the nominations are Best Interview Podcast, Best Podcast Host, Best Branded Podcast, and Best Personal Growth or Spirituality Podcast.
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The Oprah Podcast earns four Ambies nominations in debut year - PodcastingToday
Oprah Winfrey's podcast has received four Ambies nominations in its first year.
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January 24, 2026 at 1:15 PM
A new audio platform has recently launched to change how podcasters and creators access music for their work.

SoundMarket has been created by composer and producer David Krain along with his colleague Nick Gieschen.
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New premium music platform launches for podcasters and creators - PodcastingToday
A new audio platform has recently launched to change how podcasters and creators access music for their work.
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January 24, 2026 at 9:36 AM
The hit podcast Wisecrack is coming to the stage with a global stand-up tour starring comedian Edd Hedges, bringing the series’ dark comedy and true crime to live audiences.
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Critically acclaimed podcast Wisecrack launches global live tour - PodcastingToday
The hit podcast Wisecrack is coming to the stage with a global stand-up tour starring comedian Edd Hedges, bringing the series’ dark comedy and true crime to live audiences.
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January 23, 2026 at 4:51 PM
BBC Sounds Audio Lab is launching four new podcasts that shine a light on overlooked stories and fresh voices in UK audio.
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BBC Sounds Audio Lab’s four new podcasts exploring diverse experiences - PodcastingToday
BBC Sounds Audio Lab is launching four new podcasts that shine a light on overlooked stories and fresh voices in UK audio.
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January 23, 2026 at 3:55 PM
The State of It: USA is a new weekly US politics podcast from The Times and The Sunday Times hosted by Katy Balls and Gerry Baker.

With Katy in Washington and Gerry in New York, the series will give a guide to what is really shaping American politics.
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New weekly US politics podcast to be launched by The Times - PodcastingToday
The State of It: USA is a new weekly US politics podcast from The Times and The Sunday Times hosted by Katy Balls and Gerry Baker.
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January 23, 2026 at 10:16 AM
Mission‑driven organisations are increasingly using podcasts to build trust, educate audiences and communicate complex topics, according Voxtopica CEO Richard Fawal.
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How mission‑driven organisations use podcasts for trust building - PodcastingToday
Mission‑driven organisations are increasingly using podcasts to build trust, educate audiences and communicate complex topics, according Voxtopica CEO Richard Fawal.
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January 22, 2026 at 1:44 PM
Audio agency and postproduction studio Forever Audio has appointed Warren Hamilton, Founder of Wave Studios, as its new Studio Partnerships Director.
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Warren Hamilton joins Forever Audio as Studio Partnerships Director - PodcastingToday
Audio agency and postproduction studio Forever Audio has appointed Warren Hamilton, Founder of Wave Studios, as its new Studio Partnerships Director.
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January 22, 2026 at 1:06 PM
Oxford Road has released new findings showing that mental health podcasts consistently outperform fitness shows in advertising performance.

Results are based on real sales data from podcast campaigns run over the past year.
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Mental health podcasts outperform fitness in Oxford Road ad study - PodcastingToday
Oxford Road has released new findings showing that mental health podcasts consistently outperform fitness shows in advertising performance.
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January 22, 2026 at 9:34 AM
Sean Bean has been announced as the new host of the award-winning podcast Get Birding.

The acclaimed actor is taking on his first podcast hosting role, fronting a new always-on series aimed at everyone from complete beginners to experienced birdwatchers.
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Sean Bean joins award-winning Get Birding podcast as new host - PodcastingToday
Sean Bean has been announced as the new host of the award-winning podcast Get Birding.
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January 22, 2026 at 8:49 AM
The Economist’s management columnist Andrew Palmer is returning with a new series of his business podcast Boss Class.
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Economist podcast Boss Class asks will AI come after your job in 2026? - PodcastingToday
The Economist’s management columnist Andrew Palmer is returning with a new series of his business podcast Boss Class.
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January 22, 2026 at 8:44 AM
FlightStory has announced the appointment of Winnie Dunbar Nelson as Guest and Research Director, strengthening its senior leadership team.
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FlightStory appoints Winnie Dunbar Nelson as Guest Research Director - PodcastingToday
FlightStory has announced the appointment of Winnie Dunbar Nelson as Guest and Research Director, strengthening its senior leadership team.
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January 21, 2026 at 3:46 PM
Spotify has shared new data and product insights showing how listeners are discovering podcasts on the platform.
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Spotify data reveals how listeners are discovering podcasts today - PodcastingToday
Spotify has shared new data and product insights showing how listeners are discovering podcasts on the platform.
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January 21, 2026 at 2:57 PM
Ally & G are officially relaunching their hit podcast Leave A Message with a brand new weekly series.
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Ally and G relaunch Leave A Message podcast with new series - PodcastingToday
Ally & G are officially relaunching their hit podcast Leave A Message with a brand new weekly series.
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January 21, 2026 at 1:59 PM
The BBC has announced the finalists for the 2026 BBC Audio Drama Awards, celebrating standout work in audio drama and comedy from across the UK and beyond.
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Finalists revealed for the 2026 BBC Audio Drama Awards - PodcastingToday
The BBC has announced the finalists for the 2026 BBC Audio Drama Awards, celebrating standout work in audio drama and comedy from across the UK and beyond.
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January 21, 2026 at 12:47 PM