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Maron calls it quits on the WTF podcast
On the Monday episode of his twice-weekly podcast WTF, host Marc Maron announced that the show will come to an end later this year. Maron was one of the earliest podcasters to break out in the public…
by Dan Barrett – Jun 3, 2025

Podcast Week: TIME’s creative mind, Shopify’s ad surge, Dee Madigan's WFH warning
TIME’s D.W. Pine reveals what makes a cover iconic, Shopify tops podcast ad spend, and Dee Madigan flags risks of remote work for women in media.
by Tom Gosby – May 30, 2025

Podcast Week: Kymba returns, Mel Robbins reigns, Ozempic under scrutiny
Kymba Cahill speaks out on online abuse and radio burnout, Mel Robbins leads April’s Podcast Ranker, and The Daily Aus probes the Ozempic boom.
by Tom Gosby – May 23, 2025

Nine appoints Brian Gallagher as Commercial Director - Audio
'I look forward to our refreshed commercial approach delivering effective audio advertising to a much broader suite of advertisers.'
by Mediaweek Admin – May 23, 2025

Podcast Week: LiSTNR lifts reality TV’s mask, Toni & Ryan win big, 2GB’s Mark Levy makes his mark
LiSTNR investigates the dark side of Aussie talent shows, Toni & Ryan celebrate Webby success, and Mark Levy opens up on stepping into 2GB’s morning spotlight.
by Tom Gosby – May 16, 2025

Acast to monetise The Athletic’s Australian podcasts
Acast has signed a global partnership with The Athletic, securing exclusive rights to monetise its premium podcast network in Australia.
by Tom Gosby – May 12, 2025

Radio industry in mourning after death of beloved broadcaster, aged 58
'Watching him dancing around the studio whilst presenting a radio show always made my day just that little happier.'
by Mediaweek Admin – May 12, 2025

Podcast Week: Lamestream tackles Aussie media, LiSTNR returns to PNDA, Man of Many reflects
Award-winning journos Osman Faruqi and Scott Mitchell debut Lamestream, LiSTNR returns with season three of 1 in 5 Mothers, and Scott Purcell reflects on his Next of the Best Award win.
by Tom Gosby – May 9, 2025

LiSTNR launches third season of perinatal mental health podcast
LiSTNR and Gidget Foundation Australia have launched a new season of 1 in 5 Mothers, 1 in 10 Fathers, a podcast addressing perinatal depression and anxiety through personal stories and expert insight.
by Tom Gosby – May 7, 2025

Brisbane Radio Ratings 2025 Survey 2: Triple M takes the crown
Triple M Brisbane has surged to the top station in GfK Survey 2, climbing to a 12.9% share, while Nova 106.9 narrowly takes top breakfast.
by Tom Gosby – May 1, 2025

Melbourne Radio Ratings 2025, Survey 2: KIIS claws back lost ground, but 3AW retains crown
3AW retains the Melbourne breakfast crown.
by Mediaweek Admin – May 1, 2025

Sydney Radio Ratings 2025 Survey 2: 2GB retains the crown at #1
2GB retains the breakfast crown.
by Natasha Lee – May 1, 2025

Podcast Week: Hamish & Andy's big re-sign, Erin Patterson trial surge & bank scam series launched
Hamish Blake and Andy Lee boast a 25-year history across both radio and podcasting.
by Frances Sheen – Apr 30, 2025

ARN appoints new state-based sales directors to drive Total Audio growth
'We have the biggest stars, the best brands, the largest platforms and we now have a commercial structure that will allow us to unlock these assets for our advertising partners.'
by Emma Shepherd – Apr 11, 2025

Aussie music takes centre stage with Spotify's new 'Turn Up Aus' platform
Spotify Australia is vowing to take local music into a national brand statement.
by Natasha Lee – Apr 9, 2025

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