PodcastOne
Premium podcast network with 208 owned shows and full-service ad sales for talent.
Top-tier talent deals
Publicly traded network (Nasdaq: PODC), now at 210+ shows after May 2026 acquisitions, with FY2026 guidance raised to $60-62M revenue. Not a platform you join — a network that signs you. Multi-year exclusive deals, established sales infrastructure, legacy-talent heavy roster.
- Full-service ad sales for top-tier shows
- FY2026 revenue guidance raised to $60-62M
- Distribution across all major platforms
- Invitation-only network model
- Multi-year exclusive contracts lock you in
- Roster skews celebrity and legacy talent
PodcastOne is a publicly traded podcast network (Nasdaq: PODC) that operates on a talent-acquisition model — they sign creators to multi-year exclusive sales and distribution deals, run programmatic and direct ad sales, and pay back through revenue share and minimum guarantees. The 2026 roster reached 210 shows in May after PodcastOne acquired Life Happens with Barb and Michelle and launched It's Okay, We're All Gonna Die with Nurse Julie — six podcasts added year-to-date. Financially the company is in a strong position: PodcastOne raised full-year fiscal 2026 guidance to $60-62M revenue and $5.5-6.5M adjusted EBITDA, with Q3 FY26 revenue at $15.9M and adjusted EBITDA up 516 percent YoY. Cumulative downloads cited at 3.9 billion-plus, distribution across PodcastOne, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, iHeart, Amazon, and SiriusXM. Where it shines is the full-service operation. PodcastOne's team handles direct sales, programmatic, and brand integrations, freeing creators to focus on content. The infrastructure is mature and the relationships land top-tier sponsors. Where it falls short is accessibility. This isn't a platform you sign up for — it's a network that invites you, and most invitations go to creators already pulling significant downloads. Multi-year exclusive deals also lock you in, which can sting if you outgrow the partnership. The roster skews legacy talent (Adam Carolla, Jordan Harbinger, A&E archival), which is great if you're in that orbit. For most indie creators, PodcastOne is aspirational. For shows already pulling seven-figure downloads, it's a credible home.
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PodcastOne FAQ
What is PodcastOne in one line?
Premium podcast network with 208 owned shows and full-service ad sales for talent.
Who should pick PodcastOne?
PodcastOne is shaped for top-tier talent deals. Its biggest strength: full-service ad sales for top-tier shows. Not a platform you join — a network that signs you
What should I watch out for with PodcastOne?
invitation-only network model; multi-year exclusive contracts lock you in. None of these are deal-breakers on their own, but they're worth knowing before you commit.
Is PodcastOne free?
It's a paid tool in the $$$ range. Some plans have a free trial — check the latest on their pricing page.
What can I use instead of PodcastOne?
Closest in the same category: Libsyn Ads, Acast Marketplace, Spotify Audience Network. Each has its own shape — see the alternatives page for a side-by-side.