Clay Travis And Buck Sexton Podcast Network Debuts With 'The Tudor Dixon Show'

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PREMIERE NETWORKS hosts CLAY TRAVIS and BUCK SEXTON are launching their own podcast network through the syndicator, with a show hosted by former MICHIGAN gubernatorial candidate and election denier TUDOR DIXON. The three-times-weekly “THE TUDOR DIXON SHOW” premiered MONDAY (3/20) and will post new episodes in the “CLAY TRAVIS & BUCK SEXTON SHOW” podcast feed.

“BUCK and I work to do the best three-hour show every day, but we know there are a ton of great voices out there who deserve broad audiences,” said TRAVIS. “TUDOR is one of those voices and we look forward to all the positive impact and influence she’s going to have going forward.”

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Tyler Moody Named Cox Media Group Dir./Digital Content For Radio 

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COX MEDIA GROUP (CMG) has named TYLER MOODY Dir./Digital Content for Radio, effective immediately. He will oversee digital content and develop an audience growth strategy that uses the company’s apps, social media, website, streaming, digital assets, and content. He will also develop new strategies and partnerships to expand CMG RADIO’s digital audience. 

MOODY was VP at CNN RADIO and VP/Sales with CNN NEWSOURCE before he created the WARNERMEDIA PODCAST NETWORK. Since leaving WARNERMEDIA, he has been a consultant, helping media organizations enhance their digital strategies.

CMG RADIO VP/Audience and Operations CHRIS EAGAN said, "TYLER’s ... more »

iHeartRadio Promos, Progressive Spots Top Media Monitors Top 10 National Radio Advertisers List For March 13-19

The top three on MEDIA MONITORS' list of top 10 national radio advertisers for MARCH 13-19 remained the same as the previous week, with iHEARTRADIO promos once again far and away the leader and PROGRESSIVE and UPSIDE the leading paid advertisers. iHEART promos for the "LET'S START A COUP" podcast also took 10th place; the same advertisers, in slightly altered order, occupied the top 9 slots, with only BOOST MOBILE falling out of the top 10 for the week.

The list:

1. iHEARTRADIO (last week #1; 82754 instances)
2. PROGRESSIVE (#3; 47639)
3. UPSIDE (#2; 44134)
4. BABBEL (#5; 43995)
5. ZIPRECRUITER (#4; 40622)
6. SWIFFER (#8; 32737)
7. INDEED (#7; 32356)
8. MATTRESS FIRM (#9; 31896)
9. CRICKET (#6; 31292)
10. LET'S START A COUP! PODCAST (--; 26327)

Cumulus/Westwood One Audio Active Group Study: Audio Works For Movie Marketing

No Lights, No Camera, Lots Of Action

A study commissioned by the CUMULUS MEDIA/WESTWOOD ONE AUDIO ACTIVE GROUP from MARU offers support for audio media's role in movie marketing, showing that audio is the dominant ad-supported platform among moviegoers.

The study of 1,010 consumers aged 18+, conducted in NOVEMBER 2022 and the focus of this week's blog post by CUMULUS/WESTWOOD ONE Chief Insights Officer PIERRE BOUVARD, showed that ad-supported audio reached 93% of heavy in-theater moviegoers in the past week, with streaming TV sans advertising second at 84%; social media and streaming video with ads reached 78% and 77%, respectively. 42% of heavy podcast listeners said they go to the theater weekly and several times per month, with AM/FM listeners at 23% and ad-supported audio streamers at 28%; heavy TV viewers trailed the field at 12%. Heavy AM/FM, audio streamers, and podcast listeners were also more likely to see new movies in their opening weekend than heavy TV watchers, and had greater awareness of, and intent to see, new titles.

Read BOUVARD's post here.

Adam Schein Signs New Four-Year Deal With SiriusXM

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ADAM SCHEIN has signed a four-year deal to continue hosting the daily "SCHEIN ON SPORTS" on SIRIUSXM MAD DOG SPORTS RADIO and the "RISE AND SCHEIN" podcast for SIRIUSXM. SCHEIN joined the satelite and streaming service in 2004 after stints at WFAN-A/NEW YORK and WHEN-A/SYRACUSE. He continues to host the daily "TIME TO SCHEIN," "NFL MONDAY QB," and "THAT OTHER PREGAME SHOW" on CBS SPORTS NETWORK television.

“I am so incredibly elated and fired up to re-sign another long-term deal with SIRIUSXM, my radio home for the last 18 years,” said SCHEIN. “I love working with the amazing people at SIRIUSXM. I truly appreciate the platform, power and ... more »

Fox News Audio Podcast To Examine Women's Role In The Civil War

Civil War Podcast

FOX NEWS AUDIO is debuting a new six-part podcast about women in the CIVIL WAR.

“THE FEARLESS AND PROUD PODCAST,” hosted by FOX BUSINESS NETWORK's GERRI WILLIS, will debut MARCH 19th

The series, tied to WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH, looks at how the war affected women, how some women disguised themselves in order to fight, the stories of HARRIET TUBMAN and LORETA JONETA VELAZQUEZ, female spies, and the role of nurses.

Chloe Fineman, Joshua Jackson Lead Cast Of Audible's 'Excessive' New Romantic Comedy Podcast

AUDIBLE's latest scripted fiction podcast is a "dark romantic comedy," "EXCESSIVE," created by DAN ROBERT and set for a MARCH 23rd debut as an AUDIBLE exclusive.

The show stars "SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE"'s CHLOE FINEMAN, JOSHUA JACKSON, KIM CATRALL, AMY SEDARIS, LONI LOVE, DEBBIE ALLEN, HEIDI GARDNER, MEREDITH HAGNER, and GUILLERMO DIAZ in a story about a woman whose behavior is described as "too much," a trip to LAS VEGAS, a disappearing romantic interest, and a barrage of text messages she sends to her missing beau.

Salem's SeniorResource.com Debuts 'Retirement For Real' Podcast

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Financial advisor LENA ARMUTH is hosting a new podcast for SALEM's SENIORRESOURCE.COM, "RETIREMENT FOR REAL."

ARMUTH said, “Today’s investors deserve to know that investing is simple, affordable, and accessible to all!.... Collaborating with SENIOR RESOURCE was a no-brainer for me because our missions are so similar. My podcast is dedicated to empowering and educating retirees on personal finance and investing, and SENIOR RESOURCE helps me share this message with a broader audience. I'm thrilled to see my podcast has reached listeners from all across the country, and I remain steadfast in my commitment to giving real people the knowledge and tools they need to better understand investing and their finances in retirement.”

Manolo Cardona Stars In New Podcast About Driver Kidnapping At 1958 Havana Grand Prix

New Series

Actor MANOLO CARDONA is the star and Executive Producer of a new podcast from SONORO. "CUBA 58: EL ULTIMO GRAN PREMIO" is a thriller in Spanish about FORMULA 1 racing and the Cuban revolution, a fictionalized account of the kidnapping of driver JUAN MANUEL FANGIO by FIDEL CASTRO's 26TH OF JULY MOVEMENT on the eve of the 1958 HAVANA GRAND PRIX. The show is produced by CARDONA, his 11:11 FILMS & TV, and SONORO.

“As a fan of FORMULA 1 and amazing global storytelling, I’m so excited to be part of CUBA 58: EL ÚLTIMO GRAN PREMIO,” said CARDONA. “I know fans will absolutely love this series, and I can’t wait to continue telling compelling Latinx-focused narratives with SONORO.”

101 Studios & SPIN Announce New Partnership

Film & TV Deal With SPIN

The deal between 101 STUDIOS and SPIN will focus on the production & development of new television and film projects along with podcasts. 

101 STUDIOS COO DAVID HUTKIN said, “We are thrilled to be teaming up with the historic SPIN MAGAZINE. Their library is a treasure trove of the music industries deep history, and we can’t wait to bring these stories to audiences all over the world.”

SPIN CEO JIMMY HUTCHENSON said, “101 STUDIOS is truly a predominant force in the TV and film world. With SPIN’s longstanding presence on the pop culture and music scene, we are honored to partner with this seasoned group of producers, directors, and writers to turn SPIN’s incredible library and IP into exciting new films and television shows.”

Podbean Hosts Free Virtual Event On 'The Power Of Influence In Leadership'

PODBEAN will host a free virtual event with bestselling author SCOTT MAUTZ on "The Power Of Influence In Leadership," on TUESDAY, MARCH 21st at 6p (ET). 

MAUTZ will discuss how leaders can create positive change and achieve results through influence, regardless of their position in the organization. He will share strategies and practical advice on how to lead effectively and build trust with teams.

Commented PODBEAN CEO DAVID XU, "PODBEAN is committed to supporting leaders in their professional development as our ENTERPRISE platform is a home for learning and development at top ENTERPRISE-level organizations. We are thrilled to host SCOTT MAUTZ for this event and in his keynote, attendees will learn valuable strategies to become more effective leaders and drive positive change within their organizations."

To register for free, go here.

Blumhouse Television, iHeartPodcasts Team To Produce New Scripted Thriller Podcast 'The Mantawauk Caves'

Starts March 22nd

A new 12-episode scripted thriller podcast from BLUMHOUSE TELEVISION and iHEARTPODCASTS, the third of a slate of podcasts under a partnership deal between the two companies, will tell a story of two teens whose remains are found in a TENNESSEE cave and a man sentenced to death for their murder. "THE MANTAWAUK CAVES," created by writer/director/producer DAN BUSH, will debut with two episodes on MARCH 22nd along with an original song, "A Killer Inside," by LERA LYNN, with subsequent episodes posting on WEDNESDAYS. JONATHAN TUCKER and EDI GATHEGI star in the series.

“We’re honored to continue our long-standing and fruitful relationship with BLUMHOUSE, and collaborate on a slate of new scripted shows, with ‘THE MANTAWAUK CAVES,’” said iHEARTPODCASTS Pres. WILL PEARSON. “Our listeners crave scripted series that take them into an entirely new universe and out of their day-to-day lives. ‘THE MANTAWAUK CAVES’ storyline and listening experience with 3D audio will transport our listeners into a thrilling, and at times frightening, universe.”

New Podcast Features Jailhouse Interviews With 'Son Of Sam' Serial Killer

Coming March 27th

AUDIO UP/s latest podcast is a true crime series based on prison interviews with "Son Of Sam" serial killer DAVID BERKOWITZ. The 21-episode "KILLER TAPE," featuring interviews conducted by journalist JACK JONES with BERKOWITZ in ATTICA PRISON in 1980 and produced with MOLASSES MANIFESTO and distributed by AUDIOBOOM, is set for a MARCH 27th debut.

“KILLER TAPE is the Be All, End All telling of the Son of Sam story; eclipsing all other podcast coverage,” said series creator WILLIAM BADGLEY. “No one has come close to what we have amassed.”

AUDIO UP Chief Creative Officer JIMMY JELLINEK said, “KILLER TAPE will shock you to the core. Berkowitz is ... more »

Kevin Hart, SiriusXM Renew Deal

Hart (Photo: Jaguar PS / Shutterstock.com)

SIRIUSXM has signed KEVIN HART and his HARTBEAT entertainment company to a new multi-year contract extension continuing the comedian/actor's LAUGH OUT LOUD RADIO channel and his "GOLD MINDS WITH KEVIN HART" podcast (formerly "COMEDY GOLD MINDS"), which will premiere its third season with an airing of an interview with director RYAN COOGLER on LAUGH OUT LOUD RADIO TONIGHT (3/15).

The deal also includes the launch of two new shows on LAUGH OUT LOUD RADIO, one hosted by "SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE"'s PUNKIE JOHNSON and KIMBERLY "DICEY" DOUGLAS-MADISON, and the other, "ONE SONG WITH DIALLO AND LUXXURY," hosted by comedian DIALLO RIDDLE and music ... more »

'Las Culturistas' Leads 2023 iHeartPodcast Award Winners

"LAS CULTURISTAS" was named Podcast of the Year as the iHEARTPODCAST AWARDS were handed out TUESDAY night (3/14) in an event hosted by podcast host and actor BRIAN BAUMGARTNER ("THE OFFICE") and aired on iHEARTRADIO stations and streamed on YOUTUBE and FACEBOOK.

The winners:

Podcast of the Year Award: “LAS CULTURISTAS”
Best Overall Ensemble: “SMARTLESS”
Best Business & Finance Podcast: “PLANET MONEY”
Best Comedy Podcast: “WHY WON'T YOU DATE ME”
Best Crime Podcast: “BELIEVE HER”
Best Pop Culture Podcast: “DECODER RING”
Best Food Podcast: “THE SPORKFUL”
Best Wellness & Fitness Podcast: “MAINTENANCE PHASE”
Best History Podcast: “YOU'RE WRONG ABOUT”
Best ... more »