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Wisecrack Podcast Wins Big at 2026 Ambie Awards

2/25/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Wisecrack, a podcast hosted by comedian Edd Hedges and journalist Jodi Tovay, won Podcast of the Year at the 2026 Ambie Awards in Brooklyn.
The series blends true crime and comedy and centers on a real murder tied to Hedges' hometown.
Wisecrack received four awards, including Best Society and Culture Podcast.
Pablo Torre was named Vanguard Podcaster of the Year at the Ambies.
Conan O’Brien's podcast won Best Comedy Podcast.

History

Historical Context

The Ambie Awards, established in 2020 by the Podcast Academy, recognize excellence in podcasting. The rise of audio storytelling began in the early 2000s, notably after Apple launched the iTunes podcast directory in 2005, which spurred a 200% increase in podcast production by 2010. This evolution highlights podcasting's growing influence on cultural conversations and entertainment.

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Story summary

Wisecrack, a podcast hosted by comedian Edd Hedges and journalist Jodi Tovay, won Podcast of the Year at the 2026 Ambie Awards in Brooklyn.
The series blends true crime and comedy and centers on a real murder tied to Hedges' hometown.
Wisecrack received four awards, including Best Society and Culture Podcast.
Pablo Torre was named Vanguard Podcaster of the Year at the Ambies.
Conan O’Brien's podcast won Best Comedy Podcast.

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