In this episode of The Podcast Weekly Brief, Michelle introduces listeners to the top stories in the podcasting industry. The episode covers Ashley Flowers' successful $40 million fundraising for 'Crime Junkie' and Podimo's achievement of one million paid subscribers. It highlights the expanded partnership between Evergreen Podcasts and Rhapsody Voices, and delves into the podcasting market forecast and key trends from 2025 to 2034. The discussion emphasizes North America's continued dominance in the market, and Michelle Wolf's expansion of 'Thought Box' into live streaming. The episode concludes with a reminder to subscribe for more updates.

(0:00) Introduction by Michelle

(0:17) Top stories overview

(0:51) Ashley Flowers raises $40 million for 'Crime Junkie'; Podimo reaches one million paid subscribers

(3:03) Evergreen Podcasts and Rhapsody Voices expand partnership

(5:26) Podcasting market forecast and key trends 2025-2034

(8:44) North America's dominance in the podcasting market

(9:36) Michelle Wolf expands 'Thought Box' to live streaming

(11:35) Conclusion and subscription reminder