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Golden Globes Introduces Best Podcast Category for 2026

10/3/2025

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Summary

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The Golden Globes will create a Best Podcast category for the 83rd ceremony on January 11, 2026.
Luminate selected a 25-podcast list based on audience reach and engagement.
Notable contenders include The Joe Rogan Experience, Call Her Daddy, and SmartLess; six will be nominated.
Nominations will be announced December 8, 2025, and Nikki Glaser will host the ceremony on CBS/Paramount+.

History

Historical Context

The rise of podcasting began in 2000 with the launch of Apple's iPod, transforming media consumption. By 2021, over 2 million podcasts existed, reflecting significant growth. The introduction of a Best Podcast category at the Golden Globes in 2024 highlights this cultural shift, recognizing influential shows like The Joe Rogan Experience, and underscores podcasts' increasing legitimacy in mainstream media.

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Story summary

The Golden Globes will create a Best Podcast category for the 83rd ceremony on January 11, 2026.
Luminate selected a 25-podcast list based on audience reach and engagement.
Notable contenders include The Joe Rogan Experience, Call Her Daddy, and SmartLess; six will be nominated.
Nominations will be announced December 8, 2025, and Nikki Glaser will host the ceremony on CBS/Paramount+.

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