Impact of Spotify’s Podcast Splurge Remains Unclear
Spotify’s guidance for the second half of 2020 indicates upcoming podcast content does not seem to be increasing 2020 monthly active users compared to prior expectations, according to Wells Fargo media analyst Steven Cahall.
SiriusXM Gets Serious About Podcasting with Stitcher Acquisition
SiriusXM is reportedly closing in on a deal to purchase E.W. Scripps’ Stitcher podcast business for about $300 million, a move that would give the satellite radio company access to popular content, an advertising unit, and a distribution platform.
How Joe Rogan Fits Into Spotify’s Plan for Podcast Supremacy
Spotify is adding another prized asset to its growing list of podcast properties with the acquisition of The Joe Rogan Experience podcast and video-cast.