Hot Pod

Hot Pod started as an independent newsletter covering the podcast industry's business side, deals, acquisitions, platform moves, and later became part of The Verge's coverage, continuing under that banner as a dedicated podcast industry newsletter.

It's genuinely useful for staying current on what's happening at the network and platform level, the kind of context that helps you understand why a host changed its terms or why a platform suddenly cares about video podcasts.

This isn't a resource for learning how to record or edit a podcast, it's trade journalism aimed at people already working in or adjacent to the industry.

Worth subscribing to if you want to sound informed about industry shifts in conversations with sponsors, collaborators, or other podcasters.