August developments

News brief · September 22, 2026 at 6:55 PM UTC

Acast appoints Mark Bulling to lead product strategy

Acast’s appointment brings an advertising-technology product leader to its creator and advertiser offerings.

By Acast — official English announcement · Source: Acast — official English announcement

News brief · September 22, 2026 at 6:55 PM UTC

iHeartPodcasts Launches Scripted Series UnderGround Zero: 9/11 & The Mob

The scripted audio drama created by Stephen Kronish stars Michael Imperioli, Steve Schirripa, Ray Abruzzo and Arthur Nascarella in a dramatized story based on real events after September 11.

By iHeartPodcasts / Thoroughbred Studios / Goldhawk Productions — · Source: iHeartPodcasts / Thoroughbred Studios / Goldhawk Productions —

News brief · September 22, 2026 at 6:55 PM UTC

iHeartPodcasts Launches The Survivor Files With Elizabeth Smart

The 48-episode weekly anthology centers conversations with survivors, with Elizabeth Smart hosting and Marwar Junction Productions co-producing.

By iHeartPodcasts — · Source: iHeartPodcasts —

News brief · September 22, 2026 at 6:55 PM UTC

Dateline introduces Lester Holt’s Before & After podcast

The six-episode Dateline series centres on conversations with people whose lives changed at a defining moment.

By NBCUniversal News Group — official announcement · Source: NBCUniversal News Group — official announcement

News brief · September 22, 2026 at 6:55 PM UTC

Acast acquires Backyard Ventures to expand creator monetisation

The acquisition brings representation across podcasts, video, newsletters and social media into Acast’s business.

By Acast — official English announcement · Source: Acast — official English announcement