Sherlock & Co, the Goalhanger-produced narrative audio drama that reimagines the stories of Sherlock Holmes and John Watson as a modern-day true crime podcast, has surpassed 20 million lifetime streams and downloads. Inspired by Arthur Conan Doyle’s classic tales, the show relocates Holmes and Watson to the present day, with Watson depicted as a former […]
One thermostat cannot handle a podcast studio, a video-editing bay, and a server closet at the same time. Multi-room media environments create different heat levels in every space, yet many facilities still rely on a single temperature setting. Flexible climate control keeps creativity flowing while protecting expensive equipment. Studios today are dynamic, tech-heavy spaces. Items […]
In-car audio is changing fast. For decades, the experience was defined by radios and CD players. Today, the smartphone has taken control, reports Futuresource. The company’s Automotive Perspectives report shows that more than half of drivers across major markets now rely on their phones as the primary source of audio. This shift creates a new […]
AudioUK, the body dedicated to advancing the podcast and audio industry, has announced the appointment of Chris Baughen as its new Chief Executive Officer. He will take up the role from March 30th. Baughen brings industry expertise with more than 20 years’ experience in spanning radio, streaming, digital audio and podcasting. He has held senior […]
Apple has announced what it calls “a transformative update” coming to Apple Podcasts this spring that will bring advanced video podcast capabilities to the app. This enhanced video podcast experience uses Apple’s HTTP Live Streaming (HLS) technology to grant podcast creators with enhanced control and monetisation opportunities while delivering the highest-quality viewing experience for users. […]
In November 2025, Spotify launched audiobooks included in its premium subscriptions in Sweden. The launch has contributed to an 80 per cent increase in household penetration for audiobooks, corresponding to approximately 1 million households. In total, more than half of Swedish households now have access to audiobooks through a subscription reports Mediavision. “By including audiobooks […]
Microsoft is kicking off a partnership with The Overlap, the popular podcast series from Gary Neville. The partnership will see the Premier League Companion, powered by Copilot, integrated into its content, bringing near real-time, data-driven insights to pundits and fans, enriching discussions and deepening engagement. The partnership, created by Sky Media and Microsoft, runs from […]
Audible, a provider of spoken word entertainment, has announced their new audio production, Heathcliff’, produced with Brock Media. The Audible Original returns to Brontë’s novel, taking a close look at Heathcliff’s origins in a feverish re-imagining of literature’s most infamous romantic villain The Audible Original stars Daryl McCormack (Good Luck to You, Leo Grande) in the title […]
Disney+ has announced that the Paradise Official Podcast hosted by series star Ryan Michelle Bathé, will premiere with a season 1 recap episode on February 16th on Disney+ in the UK. New podcast episodes drop weekly timed to each new show episode release. The nine-episode podcast will debut on Disney+ internationally, with audio episodes on […]
Goalhanger has announced new podcast The Book Club, which will serve as a weekly exploration of some of the world’s greatest stories. Each episode focuses on a single book, unpacking the ideas, themes and historical context that have shaped its legacy. Hosted by Dominic Sandbrook and Tabitha Syrett, the show will launch on February 17th […]