PODC

PodcastOne, Inc. operates as a podcast platform and advertising network, connecting advertisers with engaged podcast audiences. Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, the company produces, distributes, and monetizes podcasts across various genres including true crime, sports, comedy, news, and entertainment. PodcastOne's platform features hundreds of podcast titles hosted by celebrities, influencers, and subject matter experts, delivering content to millions of listeners monthly. The company generates revenue primarily through advertising sales, selling host-read advertisements, pre-recorded spots, and programmatic inventory across its podcast network. The company operates through two primary divisions: its flagship PodcastOne platform and LaunchpadOne, which provides sales representation services for third-party podcasters. PodcastOne distinguishes itself through its hybrid model that combines original content production with third-party content distribution, allowing it to scale its advertising inventory efficiently. The company maintains strategic partnerships with major talent agencies and media personalities to develop exclusive content. Recent initiatives focus on expanding its programmatic advertising capabilities and enhancing listener analytics to better serve advertisers seeking targeted demographic reach. PodcastOne competes in the rapidly growing podcast industry against both independent podcast networks and platforms operated by major media companies, positioning itself as a specialized player focused on premium content and advertiser relationships in the digital audio entertainment sector.