PodcastOne, a major U.S. podcast publisher and sales network, is experiencing a significant growth phase in part due to strategic partnerships and content expansion initiatives — most notably its deepening collaboration with Amazon’s ART19 hosting platform and the sale of several podcast titles for television and streaming adaptations.
The combined impact of distribution enhancements and cross-media storytelling opportunities helped fuel record audience engagement and strong financial performance in its 2026 fiscal year.
Amazon Partnership Deepens Monetization and Distribution
At the center of PodcastOne’s recent momentum is its expanded deal with Amazon’s ART19, a hosting and monetization platform that provides advanced analytics, ad targeting, dynamic ad insertion, and distribution infrastructure. This expanded partnership saw PodcastOne achieve record revenue from ART19 and grow its annualized revenue run rate from the relationship above $20 million.
The shift to Amazon’s ART19 platform has not only streamlined content distribution but also enhanced ad-tech capabilities, enabling PodcastOne to offer more precise audience targeting and data-driven insights to advertisers — a significant advantage in an increasingly competitive podcast ad market.
Record Financial Results Fueled by Content Expansion
PodcastOne’s financial results underscore the impact of these strategic moves. In the third quarter of fiscal 2026, revenue rose by roughly 25 percent year-over-year to about $15.9 million, while adjusted EBITDA (a measure of operating profitability) surged over 500 percent. On a year-to-date basis, revenue climbed more than 20 percent, and the company raised its full-year revenue and profitability guidance as a result.
This performance reflects broader ecosystem growth: PodcastOne added new shows to its network, expanded its audience, and demonstrated strong advertiser demand tied to its enhanced distribution capabilities.
Podcasts Crossing Into Television and Streaming
A notable development in PodcastOne’s growth story is the sale of three podcast titles to major television and streaming platforms. These deals signal that scripted and unscripted audio content continues to find receptive partners in visual media, where successful properties can be adapted for new audiences and formats.
While such cross-media adaptations have been seen before in the podcast industry (with other networks translating hits like Dirty John into television), PodcastOne’s success in this area highlights the commercial potential of well-produced audio IP.
Strengthening the Content Slate and Audience Reach
In addition to external adaptations, PodcastOne continued to expand its internal content roster, adding dozens of new podcasts and maintaining a top-10 rank among U.S. podcast publishers. The network now hosts a diverse mix of shows across genres including comedy, culture, true crime, and news, which helps broaden its audience reach and advertiser appeal.
This growth has also translated into greater visibility across formats: PodcastOne’s video views on platforms such as YouTube and TikTok have surged, further increasing engagement and strengthening its cross-platform presence.
What This Means for PodcastOne and the Broader Industry
PodcastOne’s recent progress illustrates several broader trends in podcasting:
- Platform Partnerships as Growth Engines: Aligning with major distribution partners such as Amazon’s ART19 can unlock new monetization streams and operational scale.
- IP Extension Beyond Audio: The sale of podcast titles for television and streaming adaptations reflects the increasing value of podcast IP as translatable storytelling across formats.
- Audience Diversification: Expanding content offerings and supporting video distribution helps publishers capture multiple audience segments and deepen engagement.
A Strategic Growth Blueprint
PodcastOne’s mix of strategic partnerships, technological adoption, and content export illustrates a multi-layered growth strategy that media companies are increasingly embracing.
By leveraging Amazon’s infrastructure, selling content into other media, and investing in a diverse slate of shows, PodcastOne has positioned itself for continued expansion in a dynamic podcasting landscape — showing how audio publishers can translate platform innovation into tangible audience and revenue gains.
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