From creators Miho Soon (publications in Tate Modern London, The Guardian), Phoebe McIndoe (County Lines, BBC Radio 4), and Marta Medvesek (BBC Radio 4, Radio 3, World Service), the new limited series documentary podcast Money Trauma debuts on March 6th, 2026.In six total episodes across two seasons, Money Trauma “uncovers commonly referred to economic experiences like financial stress, gambling, wealth accumulation and impulsive spending from a trauma-informed and social perspective.” Miho Soon speaks with experts across the globe to find out stories about money contradict so many lived experiences – and who those stories ultimately benefit.When 90% of financial behaviors are made emotionally, discussing finances with a logic-based approach stops being sufficient. Money Trauma aims to unveil the stories we’re not telling due to social taboo. And the title, Money Trauma, is not hyperbolic: 3 out of 4 millennials and gen-zs exhibit PTSD-like symptoms caused by financially-induced stress.The feed for Money Trauma is live, and episodes release weekly starting on March 6th, 2026. Early episode audio may be provided upon request, and host Miho Soon may be available for interview upon request. Money Trauma and Miho Soon can also be found on Instagram.Early reviews of Money Trauma“Money Trauma is a bold approach to reassessing a question that many simply ignore with refreshing personal storytelling, informative voices, and strong sound.” – James Jackson, Independent Journalist, Al Jazeera, The Telegraph“Money Trauma isn’t about budgeting tips or latte shaming. It’s about the psychological wiring that drives how we earn, spend, hoard, and worship money.”– Aya Jaff, Author of Broligarchy“Money Trauma is a really interesting podcast. It expands discourse about money beyond what people from disciplines like economics and sociology will talk about. I think it’s really important to see the subjective and personal narratives people associate to money and wealth to create space for a radical change in how we approach money, work, and therefore - life.”– Simone Robbuti, organizer in Tech Workers Coalition Global, writer at ReincantamentoAbout Money Trauma2 out of 3 Gen-Zs and Millennials have PTSD-like symptoms caused by financially induced stress. Mental health and trauma have gotten more into the mainstream, and yet we don’t apply the same lens to money. ‘Money Trauma’ challenges the many misconceptions about money behaviours - uncovering experiences like financial stress, gambling, and wealth accumulation from a trauma-informed perspective. Follow us on a journey around the world speaking to experts about how these stories contradict real experiences people psychologically and socially - and who ends up benefitting from these stories.About Miho SoonMiho Soon is a researcher, facilitator and designer from Malaysia. She has brought hundreds of people in movements and organisations together to talk about the incredibly potent and taboo topic of the human emotional relationship to money and work - and how that connects to a systemic context around economic growth and participation. Her work has been featured at the Tate Modern London, the United Nations, Unicef, Resilience.org, the Cannes Film Festival & The Guardian. She is an affiliate fellow of the Post Growth Institute, and is currently based in Berlin, Germany.For best experience, download the Substack App ⬇️More on Kangaroofern :* That Podcast Exchange - This podcast is an insightful conversation with people at the top of their game and deconstructs them to find the tools, tactics, and tricks to help you achieve your dream goal as Podcast Manager.* Podwires - for providing news about audio trends and podcasts.* Podwires : Trailer Mixtape - Stay up to date with the latest new Podcast show and Podcast Trailer.* Podwires Insider - Your one-stop podcast for breaking stories and insights straight from official media releases and press statements across industries.* Mencari - A forward-looking approach to new developments in Australia PoliticsSend press releases to [email protected]. Editorially, we may rewrite headlines and descriptions. 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Launching on 2nd March 2026 across all major podcast platforms, "The Best Is Yet To Come" sees Sir John Tusa — Newsnight's founding host — mark his 90th birthday with a landmark ten-episode interview series produced by the creators of Bold Politics with Zack Polanski, featuring godson and Rest Is Politics co-host Rory Stewart turning the tables in episode one, alongside guests including Lord Michael Heseltine, Dame Antonia Fraser, Booker Prize-winner Penelope Lively, and Kindertransport survivor Lady Milena Grenfell-Baines, all sharing nearly a century of history, wisdom and lived experience that Rory Stewart calls "one of the most original, interesting and bravest ventures in journalism."For best experience, download the Substack App ⬇️More on Kangaroofern :* That Podcast Exchange - This podcast is an insightful conversation with people at the top of their game and deconstructs them to find the tools, tactics, and tricks to help you achieve your dream goal as Podcast Manager.* Podwires - for providing news about audio trends and podcasts.* Podwires : Trailer Mixtape - Stay up to date with the latest new Podcast show and Podcast Trailer.* Podwires Insider - Your one-stop podcast for breaking stories and insights straight from official media releases and press statements across industries.* Mencari - A forward-looking approach to new developments in Australia PoliticsSend press releases to [email protected]. Editorially, we may rewrite headlines and descriptions. Visit Podwires Marketplace to post your upcoming events or job openings for free.While mainstream media serves corporate interests, you deserve the truth.Your Podwires subscription—less than a coffee per week—powers real investigative journalism. Our reporters dig into the stories powerful people desperately want buried. No corporate masters. No political handlers. Just the uncomfortable truths that matter most right now.This is journalism without compromise, funded directly by readers who refuse to be misled. If this reporting opened your eyes, hit Restack so others can see what they're missing.Not ready to be paid subscribe, but appreciate the newsletter ? Grab us a beer or snag the exclusive ad spot at the top of next week's newsletter. Get full access to Podwires |Become a Smarter Podcast Producer in 5 mins at podwires.substack.com/subscribe

PAVE Studios has launched The Final Hours, a new Crime House original podcast series co-hosted by Sarah Turney and Kourtney Nichole (Crime with Kourt), premiering Monday, February 23, across all major podcast platforms. The weekly series focuses on the critical final hours before a person goes missing — examining overlooked details, final conversations, and investigative red flags that families say deserve renewed scrutiny. Both hosts bring deeply personal connections to true crime advocacy: Turney founded Voices for Justice in 2019 after fighting for justice for her missing sister Alissa, while Nichole independently obtained case files after learning a family member had committed a violent crime in her hometown.The partnership, brokered under PAVE Studios founder Max Cutler, combines Turney’s 1.3 million social followers and Nichole’s 3 million-strong audience into a unified platform aimed at pushing stalled investigations back into public conversation. Cutler described the collaboration as bringing together “two of the most credible voices in true crime,” emphasizing that listener trust — not content volume — drives the genre. New episodes drop every Monday, with ad-free listening available through Crime House+ on Apple Podcasts.For best experience, download the Substack App ⬇️More on Kangaroofern :* That Podcast Exchange - This podcast is an insightful conversation with people at the top of their game and deconstructs them to find the tools, tactics, and tricks to help you achieve your dream goal as Podcast Manager.* Podwires - for providing news about audio trends and podcasts.* Podwires : Trailer Mixtape - Stay up to date with the latest new Podcast show and Podcast Trailer.* Podwires Insider - Your one-stop podcast for breaking stories and insights straight from official media releases and press statements across industries.* Mencari - A forward-looking approach to new developments in Australia PoliticsSend press releases to [email protected]. Editorially, we may rewrite headlines and descriptions. Visit Podwires Marketplace to post your upcoming events or job openings for free.While mainstream media serves corporate interests, you deserve the truth.Your Podwires subscription—less than a coffee per week—powers real investigative journalism. Our reporters dig into the stories powerful people desperately want buried. No corporate masters. No political handlers. Just the uncomfortable truths that matter most right now.This is journalism without compromise, funded directly by readers who refuse to be misled. If this reporting opened your eyes, hit Restack so others can see what they're missing.Not ready to be paid subscribe, but appreciate the newsletter ? Grab us a beer or snag the exclusive ad spot at the top of next week's newsletter. Get full access to Podwires |Become a Smarter Podcast Producer in 5 mins at podwires.substack.com/subscribe

Goalhanger announced the launch of “The Book Club,” a weekly podcast hosted by historian Dominic Sandbrook and producer Tabitha Syrett that examines classic and contemporary literature through historical context. The show premieres February 17 on all major podcast platforms and YouTube.Each Tuesday episode focuses on a single book, analyzing the author’s background, thematic elements and cultural impact. The hosts conclude episodes with definitive rankings designed to encourage audience engagement with literary works.Host Background and Format:Sandbrook, a Royal Historical Society fellow and bestselling author, co-hosts the global history podcast “The Rest Is History,” which attracts millions of listeners. Syrett has produced that show since 2023 and began co-hosting special fiction-focused episodes in 2025.“I’ve loved books for as long as I can remember, and Tabitha and I have spent many happy hours debating our favourites while working on The Rest Is History,” Sandbrook said in the announcement.Syrett emphasized accessibility over traditional literary criticism. “I wanted The Book Club to move beyond traditional literary criticism, making books feel accessible, engaging, and rooted in the historical worlds that shaped them and their authors,” she said.Episode Programming:The debut episode examines Emily Brontë’s 1847 novel “Wuthering Heights,” discussing Victorian-era controversy surrounding depictions of domestic abuse and class dynamics. The episode coincides with Emerald Fennell’s film adaptation released Valentine’s Day weekend.Upcoming episodes feature works including “Never Let Me Go,” “The Great Gatsby,” “The Secret History,” “Frankenstein,” “1984” and “Northern Lights.”Company Performance:The podcast expands Goalhanger’s portfolio, which includes “The Rest Is Entertainment” and “Sherlock & Co.” The media company recorded more than 750 million full-episode streams in 2025, according to company figures. Apple Podcasts named “The Rest Is History” Global Show of the Year in 2025.For best experience, download the Substack App ⬇️More on Kangaroofern :* That Podcast Exchange - This podcast is an insightful conversation with people at the top of their game and deconstructs them to find the tools, tactics, and tricks to help you achieve your dream goal as Podcast Manager.* Podwires - for providing news about audio trends and podcasts.* Podwires : Trailer Mixtape - Stay up to date with the latest new Podcast show and Podcast Trailer.* Podwires Insider - Your one-stop podcast for breaking stories and insights straight from official media releases and press statements across industries.* Mencari - A forward-looking approach to new developments in Australia PoliticsSend press releases to [email protected]. Editorially, we may rewrite headlines and descriptions. Visit Podwires Marketplace to post your upcoming events or job openings for free.While mainstream media serves corporate interests, you deserve the truth.Your Podwires subscription—less than a coffee per week—powers real investigative journalism. Our reporters dig into the stories powerful people desperately want buried. No corporate masters. No political handlers. Just the uncomfortable truths that matter most right now.This is journalism without compromise, funded directly by readers who refuse to be misled. If this reporting opened your eyes, hit Restack so others can see what they're missing.Not ready to be paid subscribe, but appreciate the newsletter ? Grab us a beer or snag the exclusive ad spot at the top of next week's newsletter. Get full access to Podwires |Become a Smarter Podcast Producer in 5 mins at podwires.substack.com/subscribe

The number one mental health podcast on Apple Podcasts, “What Your Therapist Thinks,” will return for its second season on February 25, hosts Kristie Plantinga and Felicia Keller Boyle announced today. The show’s debut season reached top rankings in both the Mental Health and Health & Fitness categories on Apple Podcasts.Season 2 will feature licensed therapists as guest experts discussing contemporary mental health topics, including modern dating dynamics, ADHD in adulthood, EMDR therapy, trauma recovery, body dysmorphia and self-image. The podcast aims to debunk mental health myths circulating in pop culture while reducing stigma around therapy.Season 2 Programming:• Guest experts include TherapyJeff, a licensed therapist with more than 4 million followers • Weekly episodes addressing trending mental health topics • Video episodes available on YouTube • New Substack community platform launching alongside season premiereHost Perspectives:Plantinga, founder of BestTherapists.com, noted the podcast addresses commonly misused psychological terms. Keller Boyle, a licensed somatic therapist, emphasized maintaining the show’s accessible approach while providing clinical expertise.Platform Information:• Available on all major podcast platforms • Produced by PodVision • Sponsored by BestTherapists.com, a vetted mental health professional directory • Social media: @wyttpodcastThe show bridges clinical mental health expertise with internet culture’s most discussed psychological topics.For best experience, download the Substack App ⬇️More on Kangaroofern :* That Podcast Exchange - This podcast is an insightful conversation with people at the top of their game and deconstructs them to find the tools, tactics, and tricks to help you achieve your dream goal as Podcast Manager.* Podwires - for providing news about audio trends and podcasts.* Podwires : Trailer Mixtape - Stay up to date with the latest new Podcast show and Podcast Trailer.* Podwires Insider - Your one-stop podcast for breaking stories and insights straight from official media releases and press statements across industries.* Mencari - A forward-looking approach to new developments in Australia PoliticsSend press releases to [email protected]. Editorially, we may rewrite headlines and descriptions. Visit Podwires Marketplace to post your upcoming events or job openings for free.While mainstream media serves corporate interests, you deserve the truth.Your Podwires subscription—less than a coffee per week—powers real investigative journalism. Our reporters dig into the stories powerful people desperately want buried. No corporate masters. No political handlers. Just the uncomfortable truths that matter most right now.This is journalism without compromise, funded directly by readers who refuse to be misled. If this reporting opened your eyes, hit Restack so others can see what they're missing.Not ready to be paid subscribe, but appreciate the newsletter ? Grab us a beer or snag the exclusive ad spot at the top of next week's newsletter. Get full access to Podwires |Become a Smarter Podcast Producer in 5 mins at podwires.substack.com/subscribe

Dan Blumberg is ditching the past tense. The independent technologist and former NPR journalist announced today that his three-time Webby Award-honored podcast CRAFTED. is rebranding as Future Around & Find Out, marking a strategic pivot toward helping builders navigate AI and emerging technologies.The rebrand represents a shift away from retrospective case studies toward real-time analysis of what technologists are building next. The new show, abbreviated as FAFO, launches its first season Feb. 3 with Emmy-nominated storyteller Baratunde Thurston as the debut guest.“Hey, you know what would be awesome? If we could build the future we want, before we f*ck it up,” Blumberg said. “We can do it… we are building amazing things right now… but there’s also this dread a lot of us feel. I mean the headlines say AI is either going to put us all out of work – or straight up kill us – or lead to heaven on Earth. So, what do you think? Well, I think we have the power to build the future we actually want.”The announcement comes as tech podcasts increasingly split between extreme pessimism about AI’s dangers and venture capital-backed hype. Blumberg positions Future Around & Find Out as occupying middle ground, applying journalistic rigor and his product management experience at LinkedIn, The New York Times, banks and startups to help founders and tech leaders think clearly about emerging technologies.Format and FocusThe show will air Tuesday interviews with founders, makers and innovators building products and companies, plus FAFO Fridays featuring futurist Kwaku Aning in what the show describes as “an entertaining, sharp recap of the week’s most amazing and strange tech news.”Content will center on AI’s impact across work, education, startups and daily life, while also covering innovations in deep tech, biotech, climate tech, robotics and quantum computing that often get overshadowed by AI-focused coverage.Blumberg describes the show as targeting builders including founders and product, technology, design and data leaders who need actionable insights beyond theoretical discussions.“The best way to predict the future is to make it,” Blumberg said. “We’re here to help builders think clearly so they can decide what to build next.”Guest LineupPrevious CRAFTED. guests included founders and chief product or technology officers from Google, X, AWS, GitHub, Gusto, BNY Mellon, Khan Academy and multiple early-stage AI startups.Upcoming Future Around & Find Out guests include:Baratunde Thurston (Feb. 3) — Emmy-nominated storyteller, technologist and comedian discussing how to live well with technology.Azeem Azhar — Analyst and investor examining why AI must demonstrate return on investment in 2026.Henrik Werdelin — Entrepreneur exploring how AI could unlock new forms of capitalism.Beth Shapiro — Colossal Biosciences chief science officer on efforts to de-extinct the woolly mammoth and other species.Eben Bayer — Climate tech entrepreneur discussing planetary protection strategies.A trailer is available at FutureAround.com. The first episode drops Feb. 3 on all podcast platforms and YouTube.Webby Recognition and Host BackgroundThe Webby Awards recognized CRAFTED. as a top tech podcast three consecutive years. The honors underscore the show’s influence in tech media, where the Webbys are considered among the internet’s most prestigious awards.Blumberg brings dual experience as both journalist and practitioner. His NPR background provides editorial standards and interview skills, while his product management roles at major tech companies and startups offer insider perspective on how technology products get built and scaled.That combination shapes the show’s approach to examining AI and emerging tech through multiple lenses: what’s technically possible, what’s being built, what could go wrong, and what builders should prioritize.Podcast PositioningThe rebrand reflects broader questions facing the tech industry about AI’s trajectory. Media coverage swings between utopian visions of AI solving humanity’s problems and dystopian warnings about job displacement or existential risk.Future Around & Find Out aims to help technical audiences navigate that polarization by grounding discussions in what’s actually happening in labs, startups and established tech companies.The show’s target audience includes people making decisions about which technologies to adopt, how to build products incorporating AI, and where to invest resources amid rapid technological change.By featuring builders currently working on emerging tech rather than just commentators analyzing it from outside, the podcast positions itself as providing practical intelligence for technical decision-makers.Tech Podcast LandscapeThe rebrand enters a crowded podcast market where tech shows compete for audience attention. Established programs like This Week in Tech, The Vergecast and Acquired have loyal followings, while newer AI-focused podcasts have proliferated as the technology captured mainstream attention.Future Around & Find Out’s differentiation lies in Blumberg’s hybrid background and the show’s stated commitment to balanced coverage that acknowledges both AI’s potential and its risks without leaning fully into either narrative.The Friday recap segments with Aning add an entertainment element designed to make dense technical topics more accessible while still serving an audience of practitioners who need substantive analysis.What’s NextThe podcast will maintain a Tuesday-Friday release schedule, with interviews on Tuesdays and news recaps on Fridays. Episodes will be available wherever podcasts are distributed, plus video versions on YouTube.Blumberg plans to cover technologies beyond AI including developments in quantum computing, blockchain, robotics and biotech that he argues deserve more attention than they currently receive in tech media dominated by AI coverage.The show will continue examining how emerging technologies affect work, education, startups and society while maintaining focus on actionable insights for builders deciding what to create next.For technical professionals navigating rapid technological change, Future Around & Find Out offers a middle path between dismissing AI’s significance and accepting tech industry hype uncritically. Whether that balanced approach resonates with audiences will become clear as the show’s new season unfolds.The first episode with Thurston discussing technology and wellbeing arrives Feb. 3 across all podcast platforms.For media inquiries, contact [email protected] best experience, download the Substack App ⬇️More on Kangaroofern :* That Podcast Exchange - This podcast is an insightful conversation with people at the top of their game and deconstructs them to find the tools, tactics, and tricks to help you achieve your dream goal as Podcast Manager.* Podwires - for providing news about audio trends and podcasts.* Podwires : Trailer Mixtape - Stay up to date with the latest new Podcast show and Podcast Trailer.* Podwires Insider - Your one-stop podcast for breaking stories and insights straight from official media releases and press statements across industries.* Mencari - A forward-looking approach to new developments in Australia PoliticsSend press releases to [email protected]. 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iHeartPodcasts today announced it is partnering with actor, filmmaker and podcaster Rider Strong (Boy Meets World, Cabin Fever) to launch his new audio series, “The Red Weather.” This innovative 8-episode autofiction podcast, inspired by Strong’s initial work on a documentary about communes in and around his hometown of Sebastopol, California, masterfully blends a fictional true-crime mystery with a profoundly personal real-life narrative. The series will premiere with its first two episodes on January 28, with episodes launching twice weekly thereafter. “‘The Red Weather’ started with me grabbing a microphone and asking old friends about kids we knew who grew up in so-called ‘cults,’” said Rider Strong. “As the memories piled up, I wanted to find the best way to draw listeners into that unique time and place. I’m excited to team up with iHeart to bring this deeply personal project to audiences everywhere.”The fictional investigative podcast will interrogate true-crime conventions, unreliable narration and the ethics of storytelling — all driven by a 1995 cold case. Strong, playing himself, will delve into the disappearance of his best friend’s sister, Anna Trainor, from a commune in 1995. The central crime is fictitious, yet the recorded interviews with real family and friends, along with the exploration of Rider’s own past, make for a deeply authentic audio experience and personal journey. Featuring documentary-style recordings with actors on location, “The Red Weather” will create a unique blend of reality and scripted drama, exploring themes of ‘90s nostalgia, the pitfalls of alternative parenting and misogyny.“The concept behind ‘The Red Weather’ is truly unique, blurring the lines between what is real and what is masterful storytelling in a way that draws the listener in, providing them a glimpse into what life was like during Rider’s formative years,” said Will Pearson, President of iHeartPodcasts. “Part fiction, part true crime and part autobiographical, this podcast will captivate audiences.”The cast of “The Red Weather” includes Strong’s parents, his son, his brother Shiloh, as well as actor and director Jon Huertas (This is Us), Rachel Marsh (The Morning Show) and Heidi Sulzman (Hell or High Water). Additionally, Kyle Morton, lead singer and creative visionary behind indie-rock band Typhoon composed all original music for the series.“The Red Weather” is distributed by iHeartPodcasts and will be available on the iHeartRadio app and everywhere podcasts are heard.For best experience, download the Substack App ⬇️More on Kangaroofern :* That Podcast Exchange - This podcast is an insightful conversation with people at the top of their game and deconstructs them to find the tools, tactics, and tricks to help you achieve your dream goal as Podcast Manager.* Podwires - for providing news about audio trends and podcasts.* Podwires : Trailer Mixtape - Stay up to date with the latest new Podcast show and Podcast Trailer.* Podwires Insider - Your one-stop podcast for breaking stories and insights straight from official media releases and press statements across industries.* Mencari - A forward-looking approach to new developments in Australia PoliticsSend press releases to [email protected]. Editorially, we may rewrite headlines and descriptions. Visit Podwires Marketplace to post your upcoming events or job openings for free.While mainstream media serves corporate interests, you deserve the truth.Your Podwires subscription—less than a coffee per week—powers real investigative journalism. Our reporters dig into the stories powerful people desperately want buried. No corporate masters. No political handlers. Just the uncomfortable truths that matter most right now.This is journalism without compromise, funded directly by readers who refuse to be misled. If this reporting opened your eyes, hit Restack so others can see what they're missing.Not ready to be paid subscribe, but appreciate the newsletter ? Grab us a beer or snag the exclusive ad spot at the top of next week's newsletter. Get full access to Podwires |Become a Smarter Podcast Producer in 5 mins at podwires.substack.com/subscribe

ARN’s iHeart, in partnership with BlakCast Podcast Network, is excited to announce the launch of ‘Access Granted with Lowanna Grant’, a new podcast series featuring candid conversations with some of Australia and Aotearoa’s most influential and recognisable personalities.Hosted by proud Wiradjuri and Western Arrernte woman, Lowanna Grant, Access Granted promises to offer listeners an exclusive gateway into stories of resilience, representation, and ambition from some of their favourite household names, with guests for season one including media personality Brooke Blurton, songwriter Troy Cassar-Daley and presenter, journalist and Lowanna’s mother Karla Grant.The series see’s Lowanna bring her journalistic expertise and unique perspective to each episode, with her decade plus of broadcasting and presenting experience (NITV, SBS Australia) serving for thoughtful, engaging conversations that delve deeper into the lives of her guests.Each episode promises to move beyond traditional interviews, revealing untold stories and heartfelt moments in a relaxed, authentic atmosphere where both laughter and vulnerability are encouraged, ensuring listeners connect with the personalities featured. The start of every interview begins with a simple question ‘tell us something we don’t know about you or that might surprise us,’ and from there, a truly unique conversation follows.The first two episodes have dropped, the first episode with Lowanna herself, where she pulls back the curtain on who she is - a woman grounded in culture, driven by connection, and passionate about sharing stories that matter. From her love of health, fitness, and wellbeing to the lessons passed down by her family, she shares the values and experiences that shapes how she sees the world.In the second episode released this morning, Lowanna chats with Brooke Blurton, who discusses the labels that media has put on her, the pressures she has felt as a proud Indigenous woman and her struggles with mental health and grief while being in the spotlight.Speaking on the launch of her new podcast, Access Granted host Lowanna Grant said, “As a proud Wiradjuri and Western Arrernte woman, storytelling and sharing knowledge is in my blood. Access Granted was born from a deep desire to sit down with some of Australia and Aotearoa’s most influential voices and dive into conversations that go beyond the surface. This podcast is about breaking the façade and uncovering stories of resilience, representation and ambition and creating space for yarns that people may not have heard before. I’m incredibly proud to partner with ARN and BlakCast to amplify these voices and share stories that connect, empower and leave a lasting impact.”BlakCast Podcast Network Founder Mundanara Bayles added, “We are proud to support the launch of Access Granted with Lowanna Grant. The podcast reflects BlakCast’s focus for 2026, amplifying strong First Nations voices and supporting authentic storytelling that connects, informs and inspires.Mundanara Bayles, CEO, BlakCast Productions.”New episodes of Access Granted with Lowanna Grant will be released every Friday, with the first two episodes now available on the free iHeart app or wherever you get your podcasts.For best experience, download the Substack App ⬇️More on Kangaroofern :* That Podcast Exchange - This podcast is an insightful conversation with people at the top of their game and deconstructs them to find the tools, tactics, and tricks to help you achieve your dream goal as Podcast Manager.* Podwires - for providing news about audio trends and podcasts.* Podwires : Trailer Mixtape - Stay up to date with the latest new Podcast show and Podcast Trailer.* Podwires Insider - Your one-stop podcast for breaking stories and insights straight from official media releases and press statements across industries.* Mencari - A forward-looking approach to new developments in Australia PoliticsSend press releases to [email protected]. Editorially, we may rewrite headlines and descriptions. Visit Podwires Marketplace to post your upcoming events or job openings for free.While mainstream media serves corporate interests, you deserve the truth.Your Podwires subscription—less than a coffee per week—powers real investigative journalism. Our reporters dig into the stories powerful people desperately want buried. No corporate masters. No political handlers. Just the uncomfortable truths that matter most right now.This is journalism without compromise, funded directly by readers who refuse to be misled. If this reporting opened your eyes, hit Restack so others can see what they're missing.Not ready to be paid subscribe, but appreciate the newsletter ? Grab us a beer or snag the exclusive ad spot at the top of next week's newsletter. Get full access to Podwires |Become a Smarter Podcast Producer in 5 mins at podwires.substack.com/subscribe

The NAACP today announced the launch of Image Unscripted, a new NAACP Image Awards original podcast series hosted by Emmy Award– and NAACP Image Award–winning journalist and author Jemele Hill.Designed as a bold extension of the Image Awards universe, Image Unscripted highlights the real moves that shape careers, fuel creativity, and keep culture moving forward. The series features candid, unfiltered conversations with actors, comedians, executives, and innovators. Across the season, guests open up about being part of something bigger, the impact of their breakthrough moments, and career-defining decisions that changed everything. Nothing is scripted — just real talk about how culture actually gets made.The celebrity guest lineup includes actress/comedian Ego Nwodim, comedian KevOnStage, actor/musician Miles Caton, actor Tyriq Withers, actress Jaz Sinclair, actor/rapper and gamer, Khleo Thomas, actor/comedian Kalen Allen, TV personality Scott Evans, marketing executive and Real Housewives of Beverly Hills/On Brand With Jimmy Fallon star, Bozoma Saint John, founder/CEO of Black Girl Gamers Jay-Ann Lopez, TV personality/entrepreneur Tai Beauchamp, model Shantel Jackson, Love Island Season 7 star Chelley Bissainthe, Season 24 Big Brother Winner Taylor Hale, and NAACP President and CEO Derrick Johnson, spotlighting the people and passion shaping culture while exploring creativity and the defining moments of this generation.Image Unscripted spotlights the people and passion shaping this generation — beyond the headlines, beyond the red carpet, and beyond awards season.Premiering Tuesday, Feb. 10, Image Unscripted offers a deeper look into the journeys of Black creatives diving into why representation truly matters in boardrooms, on screens, and across digital spaces. From reality TV to gaming, and with insights from industry leaders, audiences will see how creativity and intention drive culture forward.“The NAACP Image Awards and Image Unscripted reflect our commitment to creating platforms that honor the people using their talents to shape culture, community, and leadership,” said Derrick Johnson, NAACP President and CEO. “This podcast builds on the legacy of the NAACP Image Awards by creating space for dynamic unfiltered conversations with the voices defining their generation. By centering creativity, storytelling, and cultural influence, Image Unscripted amplifies the power of Black excellence and ensures these stories are seen, heard, and celebrated.”“The launch of Image Unscripted marks an exciting new chapter for the NAACP Image Awards, creating space for community and meaningful dialogue with leading voices across entertainment,” said Robin Harrison, Vice President, NAACP Hollywood Bureau. “The podcast celebrates the innovation, talent, and leadership shaping our industry while inviting audiences to honor the moment and engage with the powerful conversations ahead.”New episodes of Image Unscripted will drop weekly on Tuesdays, leading up to the “57th NAACP Image Awards,” airing live on BET and CBS on Feb. 28.Image Unscripted is a NAACP+ production, produced by Robin Harrison, Executive Producer,Fallon Jethroe, Executive Producer, Cristian Colbert, Producer/Creative Director and Danielle Jones-Wesley, Producer. The series can be found on YouTube/@NAACP-Plus and wherever podcasts are streamed, including Spotify and Apple Podcasts. For more information, visit: https://naacpimageawards.net/About NAACPThe NAACP advocates, agitates, and litigates for civil rights due to Black America. Our legacy is built on the foundation of grassroots activism by the biggest civil rights pioneers of the 20th century and is sustained by 21st century activists. From classrooms and courtrooms to city halls and Congress, our network of members across the country works to secure the social and political power that will end race–based discrimination. That work is rooted in racial equity, civic engagement, and supportive policies and institutions for all marginalized people. We are committed to a world without racism where Black people enjoy equitable opportunities in thriving communities.For best experience, download the Substack App ⬇️More on Kangaroofern :* That Podcast Exchange - This podcast is an insightful conversation with people at the top of their game and deconstructs them to find the tools, tactics, and tricks to help you achieve your dream goal as Podcast Manager.* Podwires - for providing news about audio trends and podcasts.* Podwires : Trailer Mixtape - Stay up to date with the latest new Podcast show and Podcast Trailer.* Podwires Insider - Your one-stop podcast for breaking stories and insights straight from official media releases and press statements across industries.* Mencari - A forward-looking approach to new developments in Australia PoliticsSend press releases to [email protected]. Editorially, we may rewrite headlines and descriptions. 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Friday 21st November, London UK - Social-first creative agency Formidable expands its podcast slate, launching the brand-new lifestyle podcast Wright At Home, with episode 1 available on Spotify and all major podcast platforms from 25th November. Making their debut on The Only Way Is Essex, fans quickly fell in love with the Wright family, and for years have asked for a peek behind the curtain into the busy lives of the Wright family life. Now, Jess, Natalya and Carol are sitting down weekly for the ultimate no-filter family chat from the perspective of three different generations, featuring plenty of oversharing and family chaos with nothing off-limits. They’ll be talking about it all from relationships, TV, fashion, families and motherhood promising plenty of laughter, maybe some squabbles and the odd life lesson. Jess said: “Wright at Home feels like it’s been such a long time coming! It really is the Wright family in a way you’ve never seen before... from relationships, motherhood, what’s happening around the home or literally anything that comes to mind, it will be like joining us at our family dinner table.”Wright At Home is produced by Formidable, the agency behind popular comedy podcast Two Pints with Will & Ralf. Nik Selman, Formidable Co-founder, said: “Wright At Home is the perfect new podcast venture for Formidable. From our very first chat we could see the Wrights have bags of charm, wit and honesty. The family dynamic is also so relatable – equal parts heartwarming bonds and hilarious disagreements. They’re a delight to work with and we can’t wait for audiences to enjoy what we’re creating together.”Wright at Home is available from Tuesday 25th November on all podcast platforms with new episodes every Tuesday. Listen to the trailer on Spotify.For best experience, download the Substack App ⬇️More on Podwires :* That Podcast Exchange - This podcast is an insightful conversation with people at the top of their game and deconstructs them to find the tools, tactics, and tricks to help you achieve your dream goal as Podcast Manager.* Podwires - for providing news about audio trends and podcasts.* Podwires : Trailer Mixtape - Stay up to date with the latest new Podcast show and Podcast Trailer.* Podwires Insider - Your one-stop podcast for breaking stories and insights straight from official media releases and press statements across industries.* Mencari - A forward-looking approach to new developments in banking and finance.Send press releases to [email protected]. Editorially, we may rewrite headlines and descriptions. Visit Podwires Marketplace to post your upcoming events or job openings for free.While mainstream media serves corporate interests, you deserve the truth.Your Podwires subscription—less than a coffee per week—powers real investigative journalism. Our reporters dig into the stories powerful people desperately want buried. No corporate masters. No political handlers. Just the uncomfortable truths that matter most right now.This is journalism without compromise, funded directly by readers who refuse to be misled. If this reporting opened your eyes, hit Restack so others can see what they're missing.Not ready to be paid subscribe, but appreciate the newsletter ? Grab us a beer or snag the exclusive ad spot at the top of next week's newsletter. Get full access to Podwires |Become a Smarter Podcast Producer in 5 mins at podwires.substack.com/subscribe