KICPOD EXTENDS SUCCESSFUL PARTNERSHIP WITH LISTNR

LiSTNR, Australia’s no. 1 podcast sales representation network*, is thrilled to announce that KICPOD, one of Australia’s most popular podcasts, has extended its partnership with LiSTNR.

Hosted by Laura Henshaw and Steph Claire Smith — two of Australia’s most successful entrepreneurs, authors, and healthy living advocates — KICPOD has become a standout in the podcasting world.

Launched five years ago, KICPOD regularly appears in Australia’s top 50 most listened-to podcasts**. Known for its deep and meaningful conversations on wellness, mental health, and life’s challenges, KICPOD offers listeners a relatable and engaging discussion on the topics that matter most.

Henshaw and Smith have built one of the world’s most holistic wellness empires with Kic, further establishing their influence in the wellness and lifestyle space. Their enthusiasm for continuing the partnership with LiSTNR highlights the platform’s role in amplifying their podcast’s reach and supporting their mission to deliver impactful content.

Henshaw and Smith said of the announcement: “We are thrilled to have signed on again with the incredible team at LiSTNR. What we have been able to achieve together over the last few years has been amazing, and we’re excited for what’s ahead!”

LiSTNR Original Podcasts Head of Entertainment and Culture, Sam Cavanagh, commented on the extension: “Steph and Laura are industry leaders in building community.  Their KICPOD podcast is a 2-way conversation with their audience and exemplifies the power and intimacy of podcasting.  We are excited to support their ongoing success and look forward to exploring new opportunities together for years to come.”

KICPOD, along with other popular LiSTNR podcasts, is available on the LiSTNR app. New KICPOD episodes are available every Monday and Wednesday morning.

Sources:

* Australian Podcast Ranker – Top Sales Representatives – August 2024

** All Australian Podcast Ranker – 2024

About LiSTNR:

LiSTNR is a curated and personalised, free app offering radio, podcasts, music, and news, creating a new audio destination for all Australians. Featuring a fun and intuitive onboarding process, LiSTNR delivers an audio destination that is built for individual listeners’ routines and preferences. Highly personalised, it provides listeners a new world of audio entertainment, with their own daily feed of audio and easy discovery of new content through curated recommendations. Available across a large array of devices including both iOS and Android, CarPlay and Android Auto, Google Assistant and Alexa and Android TV, LiSTNR enables a fantastic listening experience, anytime and anywhere. Open your Ears to a new world of audio – download the free app today. LiSTNR.com

LiSTNR WINS TWO MAJOR PODCAST AWARDS AT THE 2024 AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL MEDIA AWARDS

LiSTNR has earned top honours at the 2024 Australian Football Media Association Awards (AFMA), with Footy Talk – Daily Australian Rules Podcast and the Ben and Harry Podcast both winning their respective categories.

LiSTNR’s Footy Talk was awarded Best Podcast – Football News/Issues/Analysis. Hosted by a rotating panel of AFL legends, including Nick RiewoldtAbbey HolmesLeigh MontagnaHeath Shaw, and Dale ThomasFooty Talk has become the go-to source for AFL fans seeking daily news and expert analysis. Throughout the 2024 AFL season, key breaking news moments have included Nick Riewoldt’s ongoing advocacy for the Tasmanian Devils, Heath Shaw’s defence of Collingwood’s infamous ‘rat pack,’ and Abbey Holmes’ insider insights into the All-Australian selection process.

LiSTNR’s Ben and Harry Podcast, hosted by Carlton forward Harry McKay and Essendon defender Ben McKay, and umpired by The Marty Sheargold Show’s Will Ralston, was named Best Podcast – Football Entertainment. The show’s unique take on footy life, mixed with brotherly banter, has made it a fan favourite. A standout moment of 2024 was the much-anticipated Ben VS Harry episode, where the brothers previewed their first-ever AFL game against each other.

Footy Talk host, Abbey Holmes, said: “The footy world moves fast, and it’s brilliant to keep up with all the action on Footy Talk. We balance hard-hitting analysis with plenty of fun, all led by some of the best minds in the game.”

Ben and Harry Podcast host, Ben McKay, said: “It’s been a massive year for the show, and the team is thrilled to win this award among such great competition. We have loved connecting with Bombers, Blues, and footy fans every week, and we’re excited to take the podcast to the next level next season.”

Footy Talk – Daily Australian Rules Podcast and the Ben and Harry Podcast are available via LiSTNR.

About LiSTNR:

LiSTNR is a curated and personalised, free app offering radio, podcasts, music, and news, creating a new audio destination for all Australians. Featuring a fun and intuitive onboarding process, LiSTNR delivers an audio destination that is built for individual listeners’ routines and preferences. Highly personalised, it provides listeners a new world of audio entertainment, with their own daily feed of audio and easy discovery of new content through curated recommendations. Available across a large array of devices including both iOS and Android, CarPlay and Android Auto, Google Assistant and Alexa and Android TV, LiSTNR enables a fantastic listening experience, anytime and anywhere. Open your Ears to a new world of audio – download the free app today. LiSTNR.com