PodcastOne (NASDAQ: PODC) Relaunches When Reality Hits Podcast, Brittany Cartwright Named Solo Host

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PodcastOne (NASDAQ: PODC) has announced that Brittany Cartwright will become the solo host of the 'When Reality Hits' podcast. The show, which debuted in 2023, has achieved 8.7 million downloads and produced 100 episodes. The weekly podcast features Cartwright, known from Bravo's Vanderpump Rules and The Valley, discussing reality TV headlines, motherhood, friendship, relationships, and dating.

The podcast is part of PodcastOne's top-charting programming lineup, which includes shows like Kharma and Chaos, Bitch Bible, and LadyGang. PodcastOne has reached 3.9 billion total downloads with a community of 200 top podcasters and maintains a distribution network reaching over 1 billion monthly impressions across platforms including YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.

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• Strong download metrics: 8.7 million downloads for When Reality Hits podcast
• Large distribution reach with 1 billion monthly impressions
• Impressive total network downloads of 3.9 billion
• Diverse content portfolio with 200 top podcasters

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Fan Favorite Totals 8.7 Million Downloads, 100 Episodes Since 2023 Debut

LOS ANGELES, March 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- PodcastOne (NASDAQ: PODC), a leading publisher and podcast sales network, announced today that Brittany Cartwright is now the solo host of the When Reality Hits podcast. The popular weekly podcast originally debuted in 2023 and features the Bravolebrity dishing on some of the biggest headlines in reality tv.

What happens when the cameras stop rolling for Brittany Cartwright on The Valley? TRUE reality hits! Brittany takes you inside her crazy life as she explores motherhood, friendship, relationships, dating, and reality TV. Nothing is off-limits in this candid look at her real life with tons of fun, lots of laughs, honest opinions, and plenty of special guests!

“Since launching When Reality Hits two years ago, Brittany has proven herself to be a dynamic voice in podcasting,” said Kit Gray, President and Co-Founder of PodcastOne. “We are excited to continue our partnership with her in this familiar yet new venture and look forward to growing her platform each week.”

“I couldn’t be more pleased to continue to host When Reality Hits. Working alongside the team at PodcastOne to create compelling weekly content and sharing my innermost thoughts and perspective has been a dream come true. I can’t wait to see what the future holds,” said Cartwright.

America’s sweetheart Brittany launched to popularity via the iconic Bravo series Vanderpump Rules and has gone on to co-star in the network's latest hit series, The Valley. When Reality Hits with Brittany Cartwright joins a lineup of PodcastOne’s top charting programming, including Kharma and Chaos, Bitch Bible, Melissa Gorga On Display, Let’s Talk with Heather Dubrow, Off the Vine with Kaitlyn Bristowe and LadyGang.

PodcastOne continues to develop and produce compelling and entertainment-based content to generate excitement and intrigue in the audio and streaming space. With podcasts being the fastest growing medium by far, PodcastOne is a leader in expanding audiences and forging synergistic relationships for its podcasters. PodcastOne’s full roster of programming is available on PodcastOne, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon and wherever podcasts are heard.

About PodcastOne

PodcastOne (NASDAQ: PODC) is a leading podcast platform that provides creators and advertisers with a comprehensive 360-degree solution in sales, marketing, public relations, production, and distribution. PodcastOne has surpassed 3.9 billion total downloads with a community of 200 top podcasters, including Adam Carolla, Kaitlyn Bristowe, Jordan Harbinger, LadyGang, A&E's Cold Case Files, and Varnamtown. PodcastOne has built a distribution network reaching over 1 billion monthly impressions across all channels, including YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and iHeartRadio. PodcastOne is also the parent company of PodcastOne Pro which offers fully customizable production packages for brands, professionals, or hobbyists. For more information, visit www.podcastone.com and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and X at @podcastone.

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FAQ

How many downloads has When Reality Hits podcast (PODC) achieved since 2023?

The podcast has achieved 8.7 million downloads and produced 100 episodes since its 2023 debut.

What is PodcastOne's (PODC) current total download count across all shows?

PodcastOne has surpassed 3.9 billion total downloads with its network of 200 top podcasters.

What is the monthly impression reach of PodcastOne's (PODC) distribution network?

PodcastOne's distribution network reaches over 1 billion monthly impressions across all channels.

What major platforms distribute PodcastOne's (PODC) content?

PodcastOne content is available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon, and other podcast platforms.