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Is there such a thing as a perfect sounding podcast? NPR has always taken us to the scene. Should we be doing it more with podcasting? How do listeners feel about background noise?

Pod Crashing episode 433 with Ana Ortiz and Mark Indelicato from the podcast Viva Betty. Ugly Betty was more than just a show - it was a revolution. Bold, heartfelt, and unapologetically real, it gave us characters that shattered stereotypes and told stories that mattered, putting a working-class Latino family, the immigrant experience, and LGBTQ+ stories front and center. Now, Ana Ortiz and Mark Indelicato-aka Hilda and Justin-are sitting down to rewatch the show that changed their lives and ours. With fresh eyes and zero filter, they're revisiting a very messy moment, iconic outfit, and groundbreaking storyline, one episode at a t...

Pod Crashing episode 431 with Mandi Money or Mandy Woodruff Santos from the podcast Brown Ambition. The Brown Ambition Podcast helps you unapologetically build wealth by saving, investing and making smart career choices - on your own d@mn terms! New episodes Wednesdays and Fridays.Episodes here:Https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-brown-ambition-31122656/

Pod Crashing episode 430 with Paola Ramos from the podcast The Moment. iHeartMedia, the No. 1 podcast publisher globally according to Podtrac, and Radio Ambulante Studios today announced "The Moment with Jorge Ramos and Paola Ramos," a new interview podcast coming to My Cultura, iHeartMedia's podcast network dedicated to elevating Latino voices and stories, on September 17, 2025. The series will bring together two of the most influential Latino journalists in the U.S. for their first-ever podcast and co-hosted video series."The Moment" is a multigenerational conversation between legendary journalist Jorge Ramos and acclaimed author and MSNBC contributor Paola Ramos. Together, this Emmy-award...

Pod Crashing episode 428 with Maggie Freleng from the podcast Bone Valley Season 3 Mayfield is a small town in Kentucky with a population of only 10,000. It's the type of place where gossip spreads like weeds, where the residents know something about everyone. Rumors and opinions about who killed the beloved fire chief's daughter, 18-year-old Jessica Currin, run the gamut-as do theories about the motive behind her grisly death. But as the Lava team digs in to learn more, it's as if the entire town withdraws and goes dark. There's an aura of fear and suspicion. But of what?

The big guys are asking questions about your AI technology use. Is it their way of covering their butts? Are you breaking copyright laws by relying on AI? What's the best way to use it as a tool without having a knock at the door? Or... even worse, the email that clearly states you've been shut down.

Pod Crashing episode 425 with Jonathan Goldstein from the podcast Heavyweight. Maybe you've laid awake and imagined how it could have been, how it might yet be, but the moment to act was never right. Well, the moment is here and the podcast making it happen is Heavyweight. Join Jonathan Goldstein for road trips, thorny reunions, and difficult conversations as he backpedals his way into the past like a therapist with a time machine. EPISODES AVAILABLE HERE: https://www.pushkin.fm/podcasts/heavyweight 

Pod Crashing episode 427 with Bridget Armstrong from the podcast Curse of America’s Next Top Model. When America's Next Top Model premiered in the early 2000s, it looked like a golden ticket: a glamorous TV show that could catapult aspiring models into fame. But two decades later, many contestants describe its aftermath as a curse. Hosted by pop-culture journalist Bridget Armstrong, Curse of: America's Next Top Model is a deep investigation into the hidden costs of reality television, and what the show's legacy reveals about beauty, power, and the culture that cheered it on. Through conversations with dozens of former contes...

I'm a writer that happens to podcast. The true history of podcasting shows writers started this platform not comedians and former talk show hosts seeks newer ways to reach listeners. Do you need to be a writer to find success in podcasting?

I've walked the path of a podcaster since 2012. A solo performer with no desire to team up with another creative source. Is that good? What are the ups and downs and the chances a podcast hosted by several can handle the infamous lack of loyalty and disrespect for other people's time?

Pod Crashing episode 424 with Mindy Rickles host of the podcast Mindy Ed and Don Rickles. Mindy Rickles and Ed Mann, daughter and son-in-law of comedy icon Don Rickles, will host a weekly podcast featuring a chat between the long-time radio host and standup comic, and commentary on clips of Don, with perspective on what Ed, and particularly Mindy was doing at the time of the original broadcast, what was happening with Don's career, and what he and Mindy's mom Barbara and her late, Emmy Award winning brother Larry were up to then. Season one of Mindy, Ed and Don Rickles wi...

Pod Crashing episode 422 with Elin Lantz Lesser from the podcast America’s Crime Lab. Welcome to Othram aka "America's Crime Lab." Each week, we meet weary detectives and family members working an unsolved case that has wrecked a community and seemingly hit a dead end. until, in a last-ditch effort, the evidence is mailed to Othram. Episodes available here: Https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-americas-crime-lab-63028149/

What are the eight podcasts that listeners check in and check out of? Can you save yours? I'm very guilty of hosting many of the no shows!

Pod Crashing episode number 420 with singer songwriter and now podcaster Norah Jones. Norah Jones is a multi-GRAMMY winning singer and pianist who loves playing music with people, so she started her own podcast to do just that. Each episode, she sits down with a different guest for impromptu musical collaborations and candid conversation. Her guests come from all walks of life and every musical style and you never know where the songs will take them. So, come hang out in the studio. Norah Jones is Playing Along! Episodes available here: Https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-norah-jones-is-playing-al-102152218/

Pod Crashing episode 420 with Dax Develon Ross from the podcast Crying Wolf. Crying Wolf is a gripping true crime podcast that follows the story of Lee Harris, who was wrongfully convicted of murder and sentenced to 90 years in prison after a coerced confession. In prison, he formed a deep bond with fellow inmate Robert, who vowed to clear Lee's name. After two decades of relentless effort, exposing corrupt detectives, prison informants, and with the help of a determined pro bono defense attorney, Robert succeeded. In 2023, Lee walked free-only to die suddenly a few months later. This podcast delves into the c...

Pod Crashing episode 418 with Vanessa Grigoriasdis host of the podcast Model Wars. On the surface, the modeling industry in the 80s was about parties and pretty clothes, but underneath the flash, there were drugs, sex, and violence. And Paul Fisher, a former straight-A student from the San Fernando Valley, rose to prominence amidst the turmoil. After a chance encounter with an alleged mobster, Paul suddenly found himself with a million dollars in funding and the chance to start a modeling agency in New York City. The city was then embroiled in a "model war" between industry titans Eileen...

Pod Crashing One On One is all about locating other travelers on the podcast path. We've made it way too easy to walk away from what truly could be a voice in the community. Every person on this planet should host their own podcast. Your experiences in life could hold the answer another person has been seeking for a decade. Then it happens... burnout!

Pod Crashing episode 4:17 with Anna Signa Nicolazzi from the Law And Order podcast season 2. An investigative audio series that explores how murder is tried in America through examining the cases that set the precedent. For over three decades, the Law and Order franchise has provided a glimpse into the American legal system. Beyond the drama, the show has reflected the evolution of how cases are tried in our courts of law. In this series, we delve into some of the most influential real-life cases that shaped the current justice system through the lens of New York City. Host Anna-Sigga Nicolazzi le...

Pod Crashing episode 415 with Edd Hedges and Jodi Tovay from the comedy smashup podcast Wisecrack. Edd Hedges, the once chubby kid without many friends, is now a young, handsome, stand-up comedian, packing theaters from London to Sydney. After making a name for himself on the road as "The Millennial Mike Birbiglia," Edd returns to his hometown village, Stansted Mountfitchet, UK, to headline a charity event after a four year absence, giving him a few days to reconnect with his working-class family.What Edd didn't know was that his schoolmate - a boy that had bullied him, making his adolescence years...

Pod Crashing episode 414 with Andrea Gunning from the podcast Betrayal.  The Betrayal community is growing. From the producers that brought you the critically acclaimed Betrayal limited run series, a new always on docuseries will hit the feed every week. Our lives are all built on an invisible force: trust. But sometimes, the people we trust the most can turn out to be complete strangers. Every week, Betrayal: will share first-hand accounts of broken trust, shocking deceptions, and the trail of destruction they leave behind. Hosted by Andrea Gunning, this weekly ongoing series digs into real-life stories of betrayal and the after...

Pod Crashing episode 412 with Maggie Robinson Katz from the podcast Hands Tied BBC Studios and iHeartPodcasts announced that they have partnered for the first time on a new original true-crime podcast - Hands Tied.The eight-episode series is presented by the award-winning journalist Maggie Robinson Katz (Scamtown, Mafia Tapes) and co-produced by BBC Studios and iHeartPodcasts. Launching on August 6th, episodes will be released weekly and will be available globally on iHeartRadio and wherever you get your podcasts. In "Hands Tied," listeners will be introduced to Lizz Melgar Rose who went from being interested in true crime to living it. In...

The streaming platforms are getting more real with who and what is showing up on their lists of podcasts. Are you the creator of an AI generated podcast or an authentic person tossing out thoughts and expressions. This is about protecting the image of the digital platforms. Know in your heart of knowledge that where you post isn't truly your property. It's not even paying rent. Thinking of it as just stopping in for a visit. Are AI or real?

Pod Crashing One on One... this week, the decision to create a season or just another number. Do listeners really care?

Pod Crashing Episode 411 with Andrew Gillum from the podcast Native Land.   On Native Land Pod, Angela Rye, Tiffany Cross, and Andrew Gillum guide us through the political landscape, wielding insights and unapologetic analysis, unraveling the threads that connect Black Americans and marginalized communities to a place they courageously call home.In each episode, Angela, Tiffany and Andrew embark on a journey of reflection, taking stock of the news of the week and the country's road to the polls.Join us each week as we navigate the dance between past and present, weaving a narrative of hope, empowerment, and the unyielding str...

Pod Crashing episode 409 with Erika and Elin Lantz from the podcast The Turning River Road. The Turning: River Road (Season 3) is about Lindsay Tornambe who at 13 years old, was chosen by the leader of her family's cult for a special role. She became one of the youngest Maidens of River Road Fellowship in rural Minnesota. After a ritualistic ceremony that married her and other girls to their leader, she endured more than a decade of mental and physical abuse, hidden from outsiders. But Lindsay and a friend decided to escape. They became the whistleblowers who prompted an i...

Pod Crashing One On One... This week our focus is on the never ending question of is it too late to get started in podcasting?

Pod Crashing episode 408 with Anna Sinfield from the podcast The Girlfriends Podcast Jailhouse Lawyer "What does it mean to be a victim, or a villain? What happens when the line between the two starts to blur? On 7th July 2010, Kelly Harnett says her abusive boyfriend murdered a man right in front of her. So how did she end up in prison for it? Anna Sinfield - the journalist behind the global number 1 podcast, The Girlfriends, returns with her toughest story yet. This series isn't a whodunnit. It's not even really about what happened. It's about how a woman who was...

Pod Crashing episode 406 with Kelsey Snelling from the Podcast Camp Shame… "Camp Shame" is an eight-episode investigative series that delves into the darker aspects of Camp Shane's operations. Snelling, through meticulous research and heartfelt interviews, exposes how the camp, under the guise of promoting health, often pushed children to their physical and emotional limits. The podcast critically examines the systemic issues and societal pressures that allowed such practices to persist for over half a century.Central to the podcast are the firsthand accounts of former campers. These individuals recount experiences of being subjected to extreme diets, intense physical regimens, and psy...

Pod Crashing episode 405 with Lex Borrero from the podcast You Versus You. In the podcast "You vs You," host Lex Borrero dives into the personal battles and triumphs of entertainment's most accomplished figures. Through candid discussions, the show aims to unveil the human side of these celebrated individuals, stripping away their heroic facades. By sharing their stories of vulnerability and resilience, "You vs You" seeks to motivate listeners to confront their own challenges, unlock their potential, and pursue their dream lives with newfound freedom and inspiration, Episodes available here:Https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-you-vs-you-w-lex-borrero-278703875/

Pod Crashing One On One... This week our focus is on terrestrial radio show hosts that choose to post best of bites and post it on a streaming platform, is that still a podcast? And is it true that hosting a guest on your podcast is actually becoming a turn off?

Pod Crashing episode #403 with Lyra Smith and George Civeris from the podcast The United States Of Kennedy. iHeartPodcasts Launches "United States of Kennedy" - A New Podcast Series Examining the Cultural Impact of the Kennedy Family The weekly series will unpack the defining moments that fueled America's obsession with the Kennedys.On June 30th, iHeartPodcasts launched "United States of Kennedy," a new weekly podcast series that will explore our cultural fascination with the Kennedy dynasty and the ways in which one family has continued to shape American life for decades. Each week, hosts Lyra Smith and George Civeris will deep...

Pod Crashing episode number 400 is with Simmon Boyce from the podcast The Bright Side The Bright Side, the hit podcast from Hello Sunshine, is back for a brand-new season! Every Monday, join Emmy-nominated host Simone Boyce as she brings you a dose of culture and inspiration with celebrity interviews, the latest in health and wellness, smart takes on pop culture, and real conversations with women doing amazing things. EPISODES AVAILABLE HERE:Https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-the-bright-side-149753542/

Pod Crashing episode 402 with Danielle Robay from the podcast Bookmarked. Bookmarked by Reese's Book Club is the podcast where great stories, bold women, and irresistible conversations collide! Hosted by award-winning journalist Danielle Robay, each week new episodes balance thoughtful literary insight with the fervor of buzzy book trends, pop culture and more. Bookmarked brings together celebrities, tastemakers, influencers and authors from Reese's Book Club and beyond to share stories that transcend the page. Pull up a chair. You're not just listening - you're part of the conversation. Episodes available here: Https://www.iheart.com/podcast/139-bookmarked-by-reeses-book-280423241/

Pod Crashing One On One. This week we're putting focus on radio people making the transition into podcasting. Podcasting has always been associated with being raw and heavily untrained. It's an open field of ambitions meeting an open frontier. Can radio people set their multiple years of training aside and become plain old normal?

Pod Crashing episode 398 with Nick Berardini host of the podcast Absolute Taser Incorporated… America loves the story of a hungry entrepreneur with a dream. But how far is too far, and what forces shape and warp their best intentions? Journalists and documentarian Nick Berardini reports the story of Axon Enterprises and its founders Rick and Tom Smith, hyper-aggressive entrepreneur siblings who tap into the financial opportunity of creating an American paramilitary police state. Rick Smith's willingness to disregard grave safety and public policy issues nearly destroys his relationship with his brother and alienates countless colleagues. Yet, he has become a mu...

Pod Crashing One On One... This weeks focus is put on support. Not every podcaster was born to have a team of people surrounding them. You still have to write it, produce it, promote and building up a guest list blessed with projections. It's more than a hobby. It's connection. But what happens when you begin a path of losing hope?

Pod Crashing episode 396 with Dexter Thomas Jr. host of the podcast Kill Switch. Were we sleeping when everything changed? Seems like the technologically driven future is already here. On Kill Switch, we explain the right NOW of our supercharged technological lives. Ask ourselves who is in control? Can we beat the computer or are we going to need to throw the kill switch? New host Dexter Thomas, Jr answers questions big and small - like who made Shrimp Jesus and why? To how and why you very well could get arrested by a computer. And we'll be bringing the DIY b...

Pod Crashing One on One.  Putting focus on why True Crime podcasts are so popular and what will it take to get you to host your own?  

Our freedom of speech is in question here in the United States. Late Night television hosts are feeling the pressure. What about podcasters and others on streaming platforms?

Pod Crashing episode 393 with actor comedian author and podcast host Lisa Lampanelli. Lisa Lampanelli is back. and she's got opinions. Comedy's former Queen of Mean may not be a licensed therapist, but that's never stopped her from dishing out advice. So, after years of roasting celebs (and herself), the retired insult comic has decided it's time for her to help you shrink your problems, roast your bad decisions, and help you get your actual s**t together.
Each week, Lisa and her unpaid sidekick comedian Nick Scopoletti read letters from real people with real issues-mental health, body image, friendship...

Pod Crashing episode 395 with Karoline Borega from the podcast Betrayal season 4.  Karoline Borega married a man of honor - a respected Colorado Springs Police officer. She knew there would be sacrifices to accommodate her husband's career. But she had no idea that he was using his badge to fool everyone. This season, we expose a man who swore two sacred oaths-one to his badge, one to his bride-and broke them both. We follow Karoline as she questions everything she thought she knew about her partner of over 20 yearsEPISODES AVAILABLE HERE:Https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-betrayal-season-4-95632727/

Pod Crashing episode 391 with Courtney Armstrong and Baudi Moovan from the podcast True Crime Tonight. If you eat, sleep, and breathe true crime, TRUE CRIME TONIGHT is serving up your nightly fix. Five nights a week, KT STUDIOS & iHEART RADIO invite listeners to pull up a seat for an unfiltered look at the biggest cases making headlines, celebrity scandals, and the trials everyone is watching. With a mix of expert analysis, hot takes, and listener call-ins, TRUE CRIME TONIGHT goes beyond the headlines to uncover the twists, turns, and unanswered questions that keep us all obsessed-because, at TRUE CRIME TONIGHT...

Podcast growth professionals. If you're presently hosting a podcast, these monetization experts have sent you emails and messages through LinkedIn. Can you trust them? Are they the real deal? Who is footing the bill?

Pod Crashing episode 389 with Hope Woodard from the podcast The Boy Sober Movement. Have you ever wondered what life might be like if you stopped worrying about being wanted, and focused on understanding what you actually want? That was the question Hope Woodard asked herself after a string of situationships inspired her to take a break from sex and dating. She went "boysober," a personal concept that sparked a global movement among women looking to prioritize themselves over men. Now, Hope is looking to expand the ways we explore our relationship to relationships. Taking a bold, unfiltered look into modern...

Pod Crashing episode 390 with actor, winemaker and internet sensation Kyle MacLachlan from the podcast What Are We Even Doing? Join award-winning actor and social media madman Kyle MacLachlan on "What Are We Even Doing," where he sits down with Millennial and Gen Z actors, musicians, artists, and content creators to share stories about the entertainment industry past, present, and future. Kyle and his guests will talk shop, compare notes on life, and generally be weird together. In a good way. Their conversations will resonate with listeners of any age whose interests lie in television & film, music, art, or pop culture.

What are the current setbacks of hosting a success podcast?  We dive into the facts and figures wihtout spoiling your calling.  Podcasting is all about having a freedom to speak.  Know your audience while keeping a firm grip on your sponsors. The competition has never been higher.

Pod Crashing episode number 387 is with Melissa Jeltson from the podcast What Happened To Talina Zar? What Happened to Talina Zar unravels the chilling mystery of a woman who vanished during the COVID-19 lockdown, the internet sleuths who wouldn't let it go, and the dark subcultures and betrayals they unearthed.
Episodes available here:
Https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-what-happened-to-talina-z-93564012/

Pod Crashing episode 386 with U.S. Army Veteran JR Martinez from the podcast Medal Of Honor Stories. Rewarded for bravery that goes above and beyond the call of duty, the Medal of Honor is the United States' top military decoration. The stories we tell are about the heroes who have distinguished themselves by acts of heroism and courage that have saved lives. From Judith Resnik, the second woman in space, to Daniel Daly, one of only 19 people to have received the Medal of Honor twice, these are stories about those who have done the improbable and unexpected, who have sacrificed...

Pod Crashing episode 385 with Dan Bush from the podcast Alive Again. Hosted by award-winning filmmaker Dan Bush, Alive Again is a weekly series featuring extraordinary stories from people who faced death-and came back changed. From near-death experiences to near-fatal accidents and moments of profound crisis, each episode dives into the transformation that happens on the other side of survival. Told in their own words, these first-hand accounts explore not just what happened in the moment, but how everything changed after: perspectives, priorities, purpose.
Some stories are miraculous. Others are brutal. All of them are unforgettable. Our mission is to fi...

Pod Crashing episode 384 with Alex Bones the self-proclaimed most listened to broadcaster on the planet with more than 25 million daily listeners.  Host of the #1 Syndicated Radio Show in the World, Alex Bones is the unapologetic voice behind The Alex Bones Show - a fast-paced, no-holds-barred podcast that blends viral Tik Tok moments, real- world drama, and unfiltered commentary on the absurdity of modern life. With a sharp tongue and a sixth sense for internet weirdness, Alex rips into pop culture, weird headlines, and real-life stories that will make you laugh, cringe, and yell at your phone. With Co-host and i...