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The team behind the ‘Media Voices’ podcast came up with the idea of The Publisher Podcast Awards to celebrate excellence in the world of podcasting back in 2019. The first ceremony was held on 4th March 2020…Podcasts became a huge part of peoples’ lives during the pandemic and the awards continued (online) in order to celebrate the work publishers were doing. Happily, people could be together again this year and the awards offered a hybrid ceremony. Those recognised in 2022 included both some of the world’s biggest publishers and independent creators. Going through the shortlist is a great way to find the next podcast you need to download and become obsessed with (after The Addition podcast…of course!).Esther Kezia Thorpe of ‘Media Voices’ joined host Charlotte Henry to discuss the changes the podcasting industry has undergone in recent years, including its professionalisation, and why we still have not reached “the golden age of podcasting” yet. There remains plenty of new listeners to reach and, with publishers putting more and more resources into podcasts, there is a lot for both listeners and producers to look forward to. Esther also explains how the team behind the awards are offering classes and courses to those who want to improve their own shows.* Journalists! Get Off Twitter! (With Chris Sutcliffe)* Media Voices* The Publisher Podcast Awards 2022 Shortlist* Esther Kezia Thorpe on Twitter* Charlotte Henry on Twitter This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theaddition.substack.com

Jeff Gamet joins host Charlotte Henry to look ahead to WWDC 2022. What will Apple reveal at its developer conference? What will it mean for its role in the digital media ecosystem?* Jeff Gamet on Twitter* Jeff Gamet on YouTube* ‘The Context Machine’ podcast* Charlotte Henry on Twitter This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theaddition.substack.com

Vogue capitalised on The Met Gala to drive traffic, subscriptions and sign-ups across multiple platforms. Adweek’s Mark Stenberg joins host Charlotte Henry to discuss the strategy and how it might play out across Condé Nast.* How Vogue’s Met Gala Coverage Generated 100,000 Newsletter Sign-Ups - Adweek* Medialyte* Mark Stenberg on Twitter* Charlotte Henry on Twitter This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theaddition.substack.com

Shannon Morse, a top YouTube content creator, joins host Charlotte Henry to discuss how she started out and how to stay (somewhat) sane as you build your own brand. Also, how do you actually make money as a content creator?* Shannon Morse on YouTube* Threat Wire from Hak5* Shannon Morse on Twitter* Charlotte Henry on Twitter This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theaddition.substack.com

Kelly Guimont joins host Charlotte Henry to discuss the end of the iPod and to recall their experiences with the iconic device. They also debate Apple’s audio app offering. Does it need a single space for music, podcasts, and audiobooks? * The music lives on - Apple press release* RIP iPod - The Addition* I Want My MCU TV* The Slice * Kelly Guimont on Twitter * Charlotte Henry on Twitter This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theaddition.substack.com

The fallout from Elon Musk’s offer to acquire Twitter continues. Adrian Weckler of the Irish Independent tells Charlotte Henry how EU HQ staff are reacting. They also dig into Spotify’s latest set of results. Turns out people didn’t leave because of Joe Rogan.* Elon Musk Gets Twitter* Spotify Technology S.A. Announces Financial Results for First Quarter 2022* Stop Pretending You're Going to Quit Twitter Because Elon Musk is Buying it* Adrian Weckler on Twitter* Adrian Weckler at the Irish Independent* Charlotte Henry on TwitterYou can also listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theaddition.substack.com

Elon Musk’s offer to buy Twitter has been accepted by the company’s board, but there are lots of questions about the future of the social media giant that need answering. Jeff Gamet joins host Charlotte Henry to try and unpack it all.* Elon Musk to Acquire Twitter* Elon Musk SNL Monologue* Jeff Gamet on Twitter* Jeff Gamet on YouTube* ‘The Context Machine’ podcast* Charlotte Henry on Twitter This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theaddition.substack.com

Tom Merritt joins Charlotte Henry to discuss the current state of the streaming market, as reports indicate that users are giving up on some services. Also, what next for CNN+?* UK Streaming Subscriptions Shrink As Households Look To Cut Costs – Deadline* Scoop: CNN+ looks doomed - Axios* CNN+ Reveals News Streaming Struggles* 'CODA' Earns Apple TV+ Victory at Oscars* Daily Tech News Show* Cordkillers* Tom Merrit on Twitter* Charlotte Henry on Twitter This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theaddition.substack.com

The New York Times has issued guidance, encouraging its journalists to spend less time on Twitter. Chris Suttcliffe of Media Voices joins Charlotte Henry to discuss how journalists can and should operate across social media.* Media Voices* The New York Times would really like its reporters to stop scrolling and get off Twitter (at least once in a while) - Nieman Lab* When it comes to how journalists use it, there’s no such thing as ‘Twitter’ - CJR* Chris Sutcliffe on Twitter* Charlotte Henry on Twitter This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theaddition.substack.com

Legalising sports betting in the US has caused something of a gold rush amongst sports media outlets. Brian Morrisey of The Rebooting joins Charlotte Henry to discuss it all, as well as founding his own media company and his involvement with Puck.* The Rebooting* Puck* Brian Morrisey on Twitter* Charlotte Henry on Twitter This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theaddition.substack.com