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Provocative essays about the podcast industry that challenge creators, listeners, and especially executives to think differently about their business strategies, aiming for sustainability rather than excessive growth.

All Hear

By Talia Augustidis

Each month I gather together opportunities with upcoming deadlines from across the industry and around the world — grants, residencies, awards, calls for pitches and events spanning journalism, podcasting, oral history, sound art and more.

Slight Turbulence by Chelsea Riffe

The fasten seatbelt sign is on - we're experiencing some slight turbulence. Stories, personal essays & advice from 10+ years of globe-trotting - animal encounters, viewing life from your deathbed, and soul-crushing heartbreak.

Ear to the Ground

By Eric Silver

Writing about podcast, games, ttrpgs, and more.

Starting Out

By Alice Wilder

Your guide to starting a career in podcasts and radio, whether you're a college student or making a midlife career change. Made in collaboration with Transom.

One of the best kept secrets in podcasting/audio is that you should be reading Alice Wilder's excellent "Starting Out" newsletter even if you're wayyyyy past starting out. In my view, it's must-read for anyone interested in shifting this industry toward a healthier and more inclusive future. Highly recommend!

- Skye Pillsbury

Hurt Your Brain

By Erik

An internet playlist for people fascinated by the world. Get recommendations on podcasts and other links that will make you think.

I always find not-to-be-missed gems in Erik's newsletter!

- Skye Pillsbury

The Pleat

By Eve Batey

What Eve Batey is thinking about right now

Culturallie

By Allie Pinel

A list of monthly culture highlights

Decoding Everything

By David Chen

A newsletter by David Chen about movies, TV, tech, the media, and being an online creator.

BlkPodNews™

By Black Podcasters Association™

The Podcast Industry Trade Magazine For Black Podcast Creatives & Professionals

Pod the North

By Kattie

Canadian podcast discovery and ecosystem commentary

Bingeworthy

By Samantha Hodder

The art & craft of narrative podcasts

Follow Friday by Eric Johnson

Podcasts, videos, internet culture, and links to the best stuff I've seen online this week

Into The Podverse

By Tony Doe

Into The Podverse explores the global podcasting landscape through the lens of an African creator, bridging insights, trends, and stories from around the world.

Podcast Bestie

By Courtney Kocak

A newsletter, podcast, and best friend to podcasters seeking jobs, industry info, craft tips, marketing strategies, and creative inspiration.

A must-read for independent podcasters who want to get better at their craft!

- Skye Pillsbury

Podcast Marketing Magic

By Lauren Passell

Making a beautiful show is only half the battle. How do you get people to listen to it?

Embedded

By Nick Catucci

Your essential guide to what’s good on the internet. Written by Kate Lindsay and edited by Nick Catucci.

The Audio Insurgent

By Eric Nuzum

The Audio Insurgent is a periodic newsletter that covers the evolution and revolution of the spoken word audio industry today. We talk about podcasting, audiobooks, radio (both broadcast and streaming), and other related technologies.

Excellent advice and commentary from one of the most thoughtful voices in podcasting. (I also loved his book and recommend it to all my aspiring-podcaster friends!)

- Skye Pillsbury

Hung Up

By hunter harris

A newsletter about movies, tv, the celebrity industrial complex, and personal pop culture obsessions. Delivered twice a week to your inbox, written by Hunter Harris.

Absolutely the best "celebrity culture" newsletter on the planet!

- Skye Pillsbury

The Podcast Critic Newsletter - Great Pods

By Great Pods Newsletter

The Rotten Tomatoes for podcasts. Curated by a Human with professional critic reviews! We'll always try to remain free, so support us by sharing and supporting ads (when we have them).

The Bulwark

Analysis and reporting on politics and culture in America. Home to Sarah Longwell, Tim Miller, Bill Kristol, JVL and more. No partisan loyalties. No tribal prejudices.

Matt on Audio

By Matt Deegan

Podcasts, streaming and radio - what's happening and why.

Podcast The Newsletter

By Lauren Passell

Podcast The Newsletter is your weekly love letter to podcasts and the people who make them.

The Ankler.

By Richard Rushfield

Giving Hollywood the business

The Squeeze

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