Welcome to This Week in Podcasting! We’re bringing you a roundup of the latest news and updates from the podcasting world—from helpful resources and awards to chart-toppers and notable winners. Let’s dive in:
1. Top 25 Podcasts in the UK announced
Edison Research’s Top 25 Podcasts in the UK for Q2 2025 dropped this past week, putting The Joe Rogan Experience at No. 1, followed by The Diary of a CEO and The Rest Is Politics. Noteworthy moves include big jumps for video-driven shows like Call Her Daddy and The Louis Theroux Podcast – you can find the full list for Q2 here!
2. In case you missed it: new resource for women in podcasting
The Alliance for Women in Media’s latest Media Masterclass featured Emily Rasekh, SVP of Strategy & Operations at Sony Music Entertainment’s Podcast Division, in conversation with Christine Moran of Jomboy Media. The session explored how audiences discover, engage with, and stay loyal to podcasts, offering practical insights for women creators navigating a crowded market. Available to stream until 15 September, you can find the full session here.
3. The Ambies® 2026 entries are open
The Ambies® 2026 entries are now open, with early-bird submissions open until 07 September! Winners will be celebrated next February in New York City, promising to be a must-watch event in the world of podcasting following the 2025 winners announced earlier this year. Looking to enter? You can find out everything you need to know here.
4. Ear Worthy Podcast Awards 2025 announced
Ear Worthy has announced the winners of its 2025 Independent Podcast Awards, showcasing excellence across a diverse range of genres. Among the standout winners is 5 Random Questions for Best Interview, with FAMILICIDE taking the True-Crime category—both demonstrating the breadth of independent podcasting talent recognized this year. You can find the full list of winners here.
And that’s it for this week in podcasting! While you’re here, don’t forget to download all our past issues of The Podcast Sessions Magazine!
