Observed Signal · Oct 22, 2026 · Market Signal · Source: Acast · Impact: 2/5
Acast and Cultural Icons Billy Porter, Leslie Jones, and Phoebe Robinson Announce New Comedy Podcast Places, Dahlingz!
Billy Porter, Leslie Jones, and Phoebe Robinson team up with Acast for Places, Dahlingz!, a new weekly comedy podcast exploring the world of live theater
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Unwell Network Expands Fall Slate with Four New Shows
Alex Cooper's podcast network, Unwell, is expanding its fall lineup with four new or returning shows. The new series include 'Petticoat Revolution' with sisters Charlotte Long and Daphne Woolsoncroft, 'Chronically Out of Line' with Molly Scheader, and 'Dani's Side Quest' with UK creator Dani Babes. 'Me and Who Els' with Elsy Guevara is returning for a new season. The expansion comes weeks after Unwell's $500 million valuation. The network is prioritizing YouTube for distribution of its fall slate. This move underscores the growing importance of YouTube as a platform for podcast discovery and audience growth.
Welcoming No Bad Ideas With Max Fosh to Acast
YouTube superstar and comedian Max Fosh is joining Acast to launch his brand-new podcast, No Bad Ideas With Max Fosh, premiering on October 25th, 2026.
Podcast Day 2026: Spotify, Acast Reveal Audio-Video Trends
On International Podcast Day, new reports from Spotify and Acast highlight the growing convergence of audio and video in podcasting. Spotify's Culture Next 2026 report, focusing on Gen Z, reveals a 55% increase in video share among 14-18 year olds in Germany over 18 months, coining the trend 'Eye Pods'. Acast's Podcast Pulse 2026 survey, covering 4,500 fans across 13 markets, shows 88% of listeners also watch podcasts as video, and 63% switch formats mid-episode. Both studies emphasize the importance of social media clips for discovery, with 51% of fans finding new shows via social clips. Additionally, a brand podcast guide advises companies on strategic planning, resource allocation, and long-term commitment, emphasizing relationship-building over short-term metrics.
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