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Oprah podcast reveals twist to Coldplay kiss-cam saga
Kristin Cabot’s talk with Oprah Winfrey on her podcast adds new context, and shares the impact of Gwyneth Paltrow's part in the fallout.
by Mediaweek – Mar 18, 2026

Oprah to interview woman at centre of Coldplay kiss cam saga
Kristin Cabot says her estranged husband was also at the Coldplay concert where the viral kiss cam moment unfolded.
by Mediaweek – Mar 17, 2026

EXCLUSIVE: From COVID briefings to conspiracy theories: Nick Coatsworth and Richard Baker launch conspiracy podcast
It may be the most strategically significant new Australian podcast of 2026.
by Natasha Lee – Mar 16, 2026

Nova Podcasts signs Two Broke Chicks in play for young female audiences
The partnership marks a strategic expansion of Nova’s lifestyle content.
by Natasha Lee – Mar 11, 2026

Acast opens Sydney office as creator payouts exceed $56m
The Woolloomooloo-based office will serve as a central hub for Acast’s Australian operations.
by Natasha Lee – Mar 3, 2026

Future Women expands into video with CommBank-backed series
The series will platform victim-survivors of domestic and family violence
by Natasha Lee – Mar 3, 2026

Move over Albo: Squiz Kids launches ‘PM for a Day’ competition for Aussie students
The winning student will be flown to Canberra for a behind-the-scenes experience at the heart of Australia’s political system.
by Natasha Lee – Mar 2, 2026

Mike E breaks from radio grind to launch Behind the Mic after shock split
The move into the creator space came after something of an 'Eat, Pray, Love' moment.
by Natasha Lee – Feb 18, 2026

Mamamia Out Loud dethrones Hamish & Andy in January Podcast Ranker
It's been a history making a month... to say the least.
by Natasha Lee – Feb 18, 2026

The Inspired Unemployed signs with LiSTNR for podcast return
Fresh episodes are set to drop from April.
by Vihan Mathur – Feb 17, 2026

Apple Podcasts to add video podcasts
Apple says creators will control distribution and ads as Apple Podcasts adds HLS video playback this spring.
by Mediaweek – Feb 17, 2026

Acast pays out $56m to Australian & New Zealand creators
Podcast giant posts first full year of positive adjusted operating profit and cash flow.
by Mediaweek – Feb 16, 2026

CRA insists Podcast Ranker still relevant amid high-profile exits
The group insists the system remains the market’s single source of truth.
by Natasha Lee – Jan 21, 2026

Podcast Ranker: Hamish & Andy still untouchable as sport surges
Hamish & Andy led December’s Triton Podcast Ranker as news topped genres and sport surged on LiSTNR.
by Mediaweek – Jan 21, 2026

Shameless Media steps away from Australian Podcast Ranker
The company says its video-first podcast strategy mean the Ranker is no longer fit for purpose.
by Mediaweek – Jan 21, 2026

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