Topic: Siriusxm

The Alliance for Measurement in Podcasting (AMP) held a secret off-site to establish the "AMP Accords," a new framework for podcasting metrics. Major players like Spotify, SiriusXM, and Libsyn are attempting to standardize data to compete for advertising dollars currently going to YouTube. The hosts argue that these efforts will fail unless they include podcast app developers who hold the actual "first-party" listener data.

Howard Stern is reportedly parting ways with SiriusXM following a salary dispute, marking the end of an era for the veteran broadcaster. Donald Trump commented on the news, suggesting that the "hate Trump" business model is failing in the entertainment industry, citing low ratings for late-night hosts like Stephen Colbert and Jimmy Kimmel. Observers note that Stern's influence began to wane after his endorsement of Hillary Clinton and a perceived shift in his public persona.

Chris Cuomo predicted a major shift in the "podscape" for 2025, claiming that the money that flooded the space over the last five years has dried up. He suggested that established figures like Joe Rogan will face competition from "better talent" entering the medium. Cuomo argued that the right-wing and anti-institutional dominance of podcasting will be challenged by new, high-budget productions.

Nikki Haley launched a sharp critique of Tulsi Gabbard's appointment as Director of National Intelligence on her SiriusXM podcast. Haley accused Gabbard of being a "sympathizer" for Russia, Iran, and Syria, citing her past opposition to military strikes and sanctions. During the segment, Haley notably referred to Iran as "our number one sponsor of terrorism," leading to host commentary on the accidental honesty of the statement.

A host recounts a 2010-2011 era anecdote involving a $100 million offer to Howard Stern to join a podcasting platform. Following that event, Dee Snider allegedly contacted the host seeking a similar lucrative podcasting deal, claiming he could outperform Stern. The host characterizes Snider as a "money whore" who frequently attempts to attach himself to popular trends.

Significant layoffs are hitting the media industry, including 500 people at SiriusXM and staff at Disney. The hosts discuss the departure of veteran talent relations executive Steve Leeds from Sirius. They also provide feedback to artists submitting work to the show, emphasizing the need for large, legible graphics that work on small mobile screens.

SiriusXM is facing a lawsuit from the National Association for the Deaf for failing to provide transcripts and captioning for its podcasts. The No Agenda show highlights its early adoption of transcripts via Podcasting 2.0 to ensure accessibility and ADA compliance. The segment also jokes about "racist algorithms" in AI transcription that struggle with specific names.

A host recounts a recent appearance on Megyn Kelly's program, noting the high production value and strict scheduling typical of professional television. The segment was shortened to accommodate an extended interview with Sharon Osbourne. The discussion touches on the financial scale of SiriusXM contracts and the transition of podcasts into traditional broadcast formats.

One of the hosts spoke at the Italian Podcasting Festival, sharing the "Podfather" rules for audience growth and the "Value for Value" model. An upcoming live interview with Megyn Kelly on SiriusXM is announced for Tuesday, where the host plans to discuss Podcasting 2.0. Tips from listeners on how to handle the interview are acknowledged.

Adam Curry prepares for an upcoming appearance on The Megyn Kelly Show on SiriusXM. The hosts brainstorm talking points, including Curry's history at MTV, his relationship with VJ Kennedy, and the promotion of the Value for Value model.

Adam Curry discusses the logistics of a potential appearance on Megyn Kelly's program. There is confusion over whether the appearance will be on her SiriusXM show or her podcast, with Curry expressing concern about the "podcast poison" of hard breaks and time limits on satellite radio.

Adam Curry revealed he was booked for an interview on Megyn Kelly's new SiriusXM show, which he views as a potential "audition" for her actual podcast. The hosts also thanked a producer for forwarding several future-proof domains, such as covid24.info and sarscov4.com, to the show.

A new podcast titled "Let's Talk to Lucy" features archived radio interviews conducted by Lucille Ball with stars like Frank Sinatra. The recordings, which have not been heard in decades, are being released as a pop-up channel on SiriusXM and as a podcast. Critics argue that rehashed archival content does not fit the true spirit of podcasting but acknowledge the marketing effort behind the launch.

Howard Stern faced criticism for suggesting that Trump supporters should "drop dead" from drinking disinfectant. Analysts, including Joe Rogan, have noted a shift in Stern's persona since his move to SiriusXM and his marriage to Beth Stern. Critics argue that Stern has abandoned his "working class" roots to align with the Hollywood elite and the Democratic establishment, alienating his core audience in the process.

Archived audio from 2016 features Donald Trump expressing skepticism toward flu vaccines, stating he has never had one and has never had the flu. Trump questioned the effectiveness of the shots, though he has more recently advocated for general childhood vaccinations.

Olivier Knox, president of the White House Correspondents Association and SiriusXM correspondent, delivers a speech detailing his career hardships and criticizing President Donald Trump. Knox claims Trump labeled journalists as the "enemies of the people" in February 2017, though the hosts argue the quote specifically targeted "fake news" rather than all media. Knox shares anecdotes about his son's fear of the President and receiving death threats.

SiriusXM announced the launch of a dedicated Beatles channel, prompting a discussion on the redundancy of all-Beatles formats in modern radio. The hosts recall historical instances where stations would switch to 24/7 Beatles music during ownership transitions or format flips.

The hosts contrast the No Agenda donation model with traditional media like SiriusXM, which they criticize for running deceptive advertisements for products like "SuperBeats." They argue that hosts like Thom Hartmann cannot be critical of companies like Uber because they rely on their advertising revenue. The segment concludes with a final round of birthday wishes and "karma" for the producers.

A donor mentions canceling their SiriusXM subscription in favor of supporting the No Agenda podcast. This prompts a discussion on Howard Stern's dismissive comments about podcasting, which the hosts interpret as a reaction to the growing competition from independent digital media.

While driving, Adam Curry listened to Thom Hartmann's program on SiriusXM featuring Dr. Peter Breggin. They discussed the correlation between SSRI drugs and violent behavior in mass shooters. Curry notes that Hartmann failed to connect the lack of media coverage on this topic to the fact that pharmaceutical companies are major advertisers on mainstream networks.