Good Vibes to Kick Off Your Q4 Planning

Engagement rates on podcasts and YouTube channels soar during Q4 Q4 is a pivotal time for both established and emerging brands looking to advertise on podcasts and YouTube. Major shopping events like Black Friday and Christmas create the perfect opportunity for brands to showcase their products and services, capitalizing on…

Read More

The Standard for Authentic Podcast Advertising & YouTube Sponsorships: Limits on AI and Voice Cloning for Host-Read Ads

ai podcast advertising - a visual representation of a cloned host

Podcast advertising and YouTube sponsorships thrive on the genuine connection between a host and their audience. At ADOPTER Media, we champion innovation and technology to enhance our workflows, yet we stand firm in our commitment to authenticity. To that end, our Insertion Orders will now define clear limits on the…

Read More

Podcast Ad Copy: Lessons Learned from $100M in Podcast Ads

podcast microphone at an empty desk

Podcast advertising continues to propel brands into the zeitgeist of consumer thought through intimate storytelling. Brands like BetterHelp, Manscaped, Magic Spoon Cereal have leveraged podcasts to scale and impact their bottom line. And now, it’s time for you to jump in! Having great podcast ad copy is key to your…

Read More

Podcast Advertising Strategy: The Power of Independent Podcasters

Podcast sponsorship experts ADOPTER Media’s Glenn Rubenstein and Athletic Greens’ Martha Gallant discuss the benefits of sponsoring independent podcasts. (Live from the X Fronts) GR: I’m Glenn Rubenstein from the podcast advertising agency ADOPTER Media. I am here today to talk with Martha Gallant, the Senior Director of Audio Partnerships…

Read More

The First Podcast Ad I Ever Heard

The first podcast ad that I ever heard was on The Adam Carolla Show. This was back in 2010. The phrasing and introduction now seem common, but they weren’t at the time. I remember when I first heard Adam say he wanted to “take a moment and thank his sponsor.”…

Read More

The MP3 Made Podcasts Possible

The MP3 was recently declared dead by its creators, although you wouldn’t know it in the world of podcasts. Podcasting owes a lot of its success to the MP3 format. In fact, the current podcast industry probably wouldn’t exist without it. Disclaimer: Podcasting has always had a broad landscape. Dozens (if not hundreds) of people…

Read More
"Our experience with ADOPTER has been first-rate! They utilize a hands on approach and take the time to meet with you to clearly spell out how campaigns are performing so both podcast and brand can get the most out of the relationship."

- Jordan Meiselas, Meidas Touch

Featured Education Post

Podcast Advertising Rates Explained

The first question a podcast advertiser has is usually about podcast advertising rates: How are podcast ad costs determined? What does CPM stand for? Are…

Read More

YouTube Sponsorships: Definition, Benefits, and Success Stories

YouTube: One of the BIGGEST Online Video Platforms in the World! In the digital age, YouTube stands out as a powerful platform for marketers aiming…

Read More

Sponsoring a YouTuber: Tips From a Top Buyer

Sponsoring a YouTuber involves so much more than just financial transactions – it’s a strategic partnership. While there’s no exact science to guarantee success, paying…

Read More

Podcast Advertising Network or Podcast Ad Agency?

When navigating the world of podcast advertising, it’s common to encounter the terms “podcast advertising network” and “podcast ad agency.” These two entity types, while…

Read More

The Long Tail of Podcast Sponsorships: Lasting Results

The “long tail” strategy is a powerful approach for brands looking to engage with highly specific audiences. This concept, popularized by Chris Anderson in his…

Read More

YouTube Ad Types: Examples, Pros and Cons

Each type of YouTube ad serves different marketing strategies and goals, from deep engagement with dedicated videos to broader, more frequent exposure with mentions and…

Read More
tech 3

Book a free consultation to find out if your brand is ready for podcast advertising!