PodcastOne, Inc. - PODC STOCK NEWS

PodcastOne (NASDAQ: PODC) reported Q2 Fiscal 2025 financial results with revenue increasing 16% year-over-year to $12.2 million. The company ranked 12th in Podtrac's Industry Rankings with 5.4 million unique monthly U.S. listeners and 16.2 million global downloads. PodcastOne launched new revenue streams including PodcastOne Pro and premium content paywalls. The company expects Fiscal 2025 revenues to grow at least 17% to a record $51.0 million, with positive Adjusted EBITDA. Despite revenue growth, the company reported an operating loss of $1.7 million and net loss of $(0.07) per share.

PodcastOne (PODC) has engaged MZ Group to lead its strategic investor relations and financial communications program. As the only pure-play podcast network company listed on a national exchange in the US, PodcastOne ranks 10th in PODTRAC's Publisher rankings, surpassing major media companies. The company features 181 exclusive podcasts, produces over 350 episodes weekly, and reaches 5.0 million monthly unique listeners with 19 million monthly downloads. Their revenue model includes host-read ads, dynamic insertion, custom segments, and branded content, serving over 200 major brands across platforms like Spotify, Apple, and YouTube.

PodcastOne (Nasdaq: PODC) announces its participation in three major investor conferences: the Think Equity Conference (October 30, 2024), the Wall Street Conference (November 12-14, 2024), and the 13th Annual ROTH Technology Conference (November 19-20, 2024). Kit Gray, Co-founder and President, will conduct one-on-one meetings with institutional investors and deliver presentations at each event.

The company reported record quarterly revenues of $13.2 million in Q1 FY2025, highlighting its position as the only public pure-play podcast platform in the United States. This growth is attributed to innovative marketing efforts and strong advertiser relationships.

PodcastOne (PODC) has acquired exclusive sales and distribution rights to Pop Apologists, an Apple Chart-topping pop culture podcast. The show, launched in 2020 by hosts Lauren and Chanler, has accumulated millions of downloads across 210 episodes, featuring celebrity guests and discussions on pop culture trends. Pop Apologists becomes the 48th show added to PodcastOne's network in 2024, joining their roster of top-ranked podcasts that generates over 2.1 billion downloads annually with a community of 250 podcasters.

PodcastOne (PODC) has scheduled its second quarter fiscal year 2025 financial results announcement and investor webcast for Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 11:30am ET. The company will host a live conference call and audio webcast where senior management will provide a business update and discuss operating and financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2024. The event will be accessible via phone dial-in and webcast, with replay available until November 21, 2024. PodcastOne, a Los Angeles-based podcast network, delivers over 2.1 billion downloads annually through its network of 250 top podcasters.

PodcastOne (NASDAQ: PODC) has launched the 10th season of its hit series, The Opportunist, hosted by true crime author Sara James McLaughlin. The new season, titled Tim Ballard: Unmasking a Hero, explores the controversial figure Tim Ballard, founder of Operation Underground Railroad, who faces allegations of sexual misconduct. This season features interviews with his accusers and aims to uncover the truth behind his public persona. PodcastOne boasts a diverse roster of top-ranked podcasts, including Vigilante, True Crime All The Time Unsolved, and The Adam Carolla Podcast. With over 2.1 billion downloads yearly and a reach of over 1 billion listeners monthly, PodcastOne continues to expand its influence. Shows are accessible on major platforms like Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeartRadio. LiveOne (NASDAQ: LVO), the parent company, also offers other entertainment services through subsidiaries such as Slacker Radio and PPVOne.

PodcastOne (PODC) has announced the launch of Zero Stars, a new comedy podcast hosted by comedian Bobcat Goldthwait and Academy Award-nominated producer Sean McKittrick. Set to premiere on October 21, 2024, the show will feature celebrated guests critiquing their critics, offering artists a chance to respond to unfair reviews of their work.

Zero Stars is the 47th podcast added to PodcastOne's network in 2024, with the company's all-time network downloads surpassing 3 billion. Upcoming guests include director Eli Roth, producer Eddie Huang, and actors Michael McKean and Tom Lennon.

PodcastOne, a subsidiary of LiveOne (NASDAQ: LVO), boasts a roster of top-ranked podcasts across various genres. The company delivers over 2.1 billion downloads per year and reaches a community of 250 top podcasters. PodcastOne's distribution network extends to over 1 billion listeners monthly across multiple platforms.

PodcastOne (NASDAQ: PODC), a leading podcast platform and LiveOne (NASDAQ: LVO) subsidiary, has appointed Jim Lally as Head of Business Development. Reporting to President Kit Gray, Lally will focus on expanding sales and publishing synergies, increasing talent revenues, and enhancing the company's prominence with media buyers and content creators.

Lally, formerly Director of Brand Partnerships at Libsyn Ads, brings extensive experience in podcasting, digital media, and advertising. His background includes roles at WNYC Studios, Soundrise, and The New York Times, where he influenced sales strategies for popular podcasts like Freakonomics and Radiolab.

PodcastOne, founded in 2012, provides a comprehensive solution for creators and advertisers, delivering over 2.1 billion downloads annually with a network of 250 top podcasters. The company has built a distribution network reaching over 1 billion listeners monthly across various platforms.

PodcastOne (PODC) has launched Beat It Out, a new podcast from Adam Carolla, exclusively on the Adam Carolla Show Substack. The first season features comedian Jay Mohr as co-host. This addition marks the 46th show added to PodcastOne in 2024, expanding the network's 15-year partnership with Carolla.

Paid Substack subscribers will have access to Beat It Out, ad-free and video content for other Carolla shows, exclusive newsletters, archival content, and live events. The podcast showcases how stand-up material is developed, from conception to live performance.

Adam Carolla's podcasts have received over 700 million downloads to date. PodcastOne, founded in 2012, delivers over 2.1 billion downloads per year with a community of 250 top podcasters. The network has built a distribution network reaching over 1 billion listeners a month across various platforms.