Observed Signal · Nov 13, 2026 · Product Launch · Source: Meedia · Impact: 3/5 · Sentiment: Positive
Teddy Teclebrhan launches new podcast with Acast
German entertainer Teddy Teclebrhan has teamed up with podcast company Acast to launch his new show 'Once Upodcast Time'. The first episode is now available, featuring conversations with both celebrity guests like rapper Sido and actress Jasmin Shakeri, as well as spontaneous encounters with people on the street. Teclebrhan also brings his iconic characters like Percy into the mix. Acast's Country Manager DACH, Nina Wüst, highlights that podcasts create space for genuine encounters and stories that open up new perspectives. The collaboration is part of Acast's expansion of its creator ecosystem, supporting cross-platform distribution and monetization.
A major content creator partnering with a leading podcast platform highlights the growing importance of podcast advertising and creator monetization in the AdTech/MarTech ecosystem.
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Key Takeaways & Evidence Grounding
- Teddy Teclebrhan launched the podcast 'Once Upodcast Time' together with Acast.
- The first episode is available immediately.
- Guests include rapper Sido and actress Jasmin Shakeri, as well as random people on the street.
- The podcast includes Teclebrhan's known characters like Percy.
- Acast is the world's largest independent podcast company with over 140,000 podcasts and 3,300 advertisers.
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“Acast is the podcast company supporting the new show and expanding its creator ecosystem.”
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