Sponsored by CoHost's analytics. Podcasters need better analytics. Discover where downloads are coming from, how listeners are resonating, and who your audience is with CoHost. Sign up today for a free trial. Evolutions has announced two new keynotes for the event in Chicago IL, USA, from Mar 31 to Apr 3. Hosts of The Fantasy Footballers, Jason Moore and Mike Wright, will reveal their cross-platform strategy for audience growth and monetization—valuable lessons for creators and industry professionals alike on harnessing passionate communities and building sustainable media businesses. Evolutions says “Their journey from podcast pioneers to running one of the largest independent sports media companies in the world exemplifies the transformative power and unique opportunities within podcasting.” Just as showbiz and impressive, the Editor of Podnews, James Cridland, returns to reveal the Podnews Report Card, and uncover what podcast publishers really think of the big platforms. The Report Card is in its fourth year; last year, Apple Podcasts was the #1 platform - but is there a challenger this year? The code PODNEWS will save money on selected passes if you book this week. Has the total number of listeners to podcasts increased over the last twelve months? We’ve not got long to wait - Edison Research’s Infinite Dial 2025 will be revealed in a free webinar at 2pm Eastern this afternoon. Our Editor, James Cridland, is co-presenting the figures, alongside VP Megan Lazovick. The 20th People’s Choice Podcast Awards is open for registration. The awards have been running since 2005. Podnews will be a sponsor this year, because of course we will be. > > > Read more of today’s podcast industry news stories on the Podnews website: and get our free daily newsletter.Classifieds - your job or ad hereSimple Strategies to help podcasters make more💰 — Subscribe to the FREE Podcasting Business School newsletter and get fresh tips every Thursday for podcast growth, monetization, and online business strategies. Join over 3,000+ Pod Pals on this list.Indie Podcasters Deserve More. — More control. More connection. More sponsors that fit. BackBeat Media helps you monetize without selling out—because your audience trusts you, and that matters.Attract and Engage NEW Podcast Listeners! 👀 — Grow your podcast with Audiencelift, an ad solution from Amaze Media Labs. Using advanced AI, Audiencelift reaches your ideal audience, drives listens, and sends push notifications. Try it Now!Gold supporters: