Blocked from other apps, kids reportedly repurposed the Spotify comments under an NPR episode as an impromptu messaging thread, prompting an episode of This American Life.
NPR staff initially mistook a surge of young commenters for bots before a Gen Z colleague identified what was actually happening.
New tools including 'Ask Music' and 'Your Podcast Lineup' aim to make it easier for listeners to find artists and podcasts they might otherwise miss.
The Guardian's weekly podcast picks feature a new series marking the 10th anniversary of 'The Good Immigrant,' plus a heist story.
The streaming company says payouts to podcast creators have risen more than a third since it revised video podcast terms in January.
The former Today host seeks to purchase Keshnee Ibrahim's shares in 123 Podcast following a breakdown in their business relationship.
The former UK prime minister has moved her show to the platform of a broadcaster fired from TalkTV following a racist post.
A Guardian culture roundup highlights a suspenseful investigative podcast revisiting the 14-year-old case of missing US marine turned journalist Austin Tice, alongside other notable audio releases.