This Week In The Podverse, July 18, 2025
Max FM goes unfiltered. The Obamas go personal. Gracie Imo turns podcast to real-life hangout.
Max 102.3FM, Lagos has launched The Clarity Zone Podcast, a bold new audio offering that promises no sugarcoating, no filters, no hidden agenda. Hosted by on-air personalities Nedu, Bibi Raii, and Babylawyer, the show aims to cut through the noise with raw, unfiltered conversations that challenge, enlighten, and provoke thought. Read More…
Gracie Imo transformed five years of Grow & Glow into a real-life celebration, providing young adults in Abuja with a space to breathe, play, and connect; proof that podcasting can move offline and still feel personal. Read More…
In Episode 14, BAFTA-winner Aiwan Obinyan and Dr Tamanda Walker unpack the early money lessons from market stalls in Balham to £400-a-day hustles that shaped their entrepreneurial paths. It’s raw, real, and a reminder that ambition starts early (and sometimes involves your mum saying no). Listen…
Still struggling to get your podcast found? You're not alone. A fresh breakdown explores the realities of podcast SEO for African creators, including what gets you discovered, what’s a waste of time, and where the platforms still fall short. Read More…
Michelle Obama’s new podcast, IMO, just hit a high note with a surprise guest appearance from her husband, Barack Obama. Amid swirling divorce rumours, the Obamas set the record straight with laughter, candour, and a touch of sibling mischief, thanks to co-host Craig Robinson. It’s a refreshing reminder of the real power of storytelling, especially when it comes from those who’ve lived it. Read More…
Feeling stuck behind the mic? RouteNote says it’s time to step into the real world. A new guide on their blog explores how live podcast experiences, whether in cafés, creative hubs, or even virtual meetups, can deepen audience connection, build community, and unlock new content opportunities. Read More…
PodGround is offering two $500 micro-grants to podcasters with less than 3 years’ experience. It’s open to creators worldwide who join the waitlist and complete two simple PodGround activities. Applications open in September 2025. Winners get featured across PodGround’s platforms. Join the waitlist to stay informed. Read More…
Most podcast interviews? Mid. And this Baird Media breakdown doesn’t hold back. If your episodes feel more like awkward coffee chats than compelling content, you need this guide. It provides real tips to sharpen your questions, shape your structure, and serve your audience better. Read More…
Mark Carroll of UWS didn’t just launch a podcast; he launched a mindset shift. In this piece for THE Campus, he shares how podcasting helped him grow confidence, attract real-world opportunities, and reignite his passion for research. The takeaway? You don’t need a mic to benefit, just the courage to communicate like you care. Knowledge isn't power till it's heard. Read More…
Podcasting vet Dave Jackson isn’t holding back; he’s calling out Spotify for years of shifting strategies, half-truth headlines, and building a podcast ecosystem that benefits them more than creators. If you’ve ever questioned the platform’s long game, this episode is worth your time. Read More…
New research from Edison reveals that Americans now spend 773 million hours a week with podcasts, a 355% surge in 10 years, and it’s reshaping how advertisers view audio. Time is the real flex in podcasting’s growth story. Read More…
Starting September 3, the BBC rolls out The Global Story, a daily podcast designed to unpack how U.S. and world affairs intersect. Hosted by veteran journalists Asma Khalid and Tristan Redman, the show promises sharp storytelling, global context, and “dot-connecting” in an increasingly noisy political climate. Read More…
YouTube Music still isn’t cutting it for podcast lovers. Despite Google's muscle, users are frustrated with clunky navigation, missing playback memory, and a podcast experience buried under music priorities. For creators and listeners alike, this is a reminder: platform design matters. Read More…