In this episode of Michelle's Podcast News, Michelle welcomes listeners and covers the Signal Awards, spotlighting winners and new categories shaping podcasting's future. After a brief Audible sponsor segment, she explores AI's impact on podcast personalization and its ethical implications for Tech Tuesday. The episode features insights from Podtrac's top podcast rankings by country. Michelle also discusses Chick-fil-A's new app and entertainment ventures, and examines the political podcasting landscape, including Trump discussions. She wraps up with closing remarks and a preview of the next episode.

(0:00) Welcome and Introduction

(0:19) Signal Awards Roundup: Winners and New Categories

(2:05) Sponsor: Audible

(3:00) Tech Tuesday: AI's Impact on Podcast Personalization and Ethics

(5:23) Podtrac's Top Podcasts by Country

(7:10) Chick-fil-A's New App and Entertainment Ventures

(9:33) Political Podcasting: Trump and Beyond

(12:24) Closing Remarks and Next Episode Preview