Hubhopper Podcast Awards 2024

The Hubhopper Awards is an annual online competition celebrating the power of podcasts by giving accolades & recognition to the best of shows curated.

Hubhopper Podcast Awards Categories

This year, Hubhopper Podcast Awards will be a grand affair. We have 8 exciting categories for the community to bag. Check out what PODCASTARS we are looking for this year!

Rising Star Award of 2024

Podcast published after Janueary 1st, 2024 and has 5 episodes or more are eligible for this category

Best Business & Entrepreneurship Podcast

Podcasts that inspire and educate entrepreneurs, startup enthusiasts, and business professionals, offering insights on leadership, strategy, and innovation.

Best Storytelling Podcast (Fiction)

Fiction podcasts that captivate listeners with immersive storytelling, creative sound design, and compelling narratives in genres like drama, fantasy, or mystery.

Best Documentary & News Podcast (Non Fiction)

Podcasts delivering well-researched documentaries or in-depth news coverage, offering fresh perspectives on current events, social issues, or personal stories.

Best Health & Wellness Podcast

Shows focused on promoting physical, mental, and emotional well-being, offering advice, fitness tips, or insights into maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

Best Science & Technology Podcast

Podcasts that break down complex scientific discoveries or explore cutting-edge technology trends in an engaging and accessible way for listeners.

Best Entertainment Podcast

Shows that focus on pop culture, movies, music, celebrity interviews, or other forms of entertainment, keeping listeners informed and entertained.

Best Educational & Learning Podcast

Podcasts that aim to teach or inform, providing listeners with knowledge on a wide variety of subjects such as history, language, or life skills.

Meet Our Incredible Sponsors

Auphonic

Auphonic is the ultimate solution for automating speech audio post-production. Created by a team of audio engineers, software developers, and computer scientists, Auphonic uses AI technology to handle the heavy lifting of your podcast’s post-production while leaving you in control of the final output. With just one click, Auphonic levels audio, removes noise, and optimizes sound quality for any platform, ensuring your podcast always sounds professional. Whether you’re using their web service, API, or automating through watchfolders, Auphonic guarantees consistent, top-quality production so you can focus on your content, not the tech!

Podsqueeze

Podsqueeze is the AI-powered tool you’ve been waiting for to streamline your podcasting workflow. With Podsqueeze, podcasters can effortlessly repurpose content from their audio or video files into transcripts, show notes, social media posts, short clips, and much more—all with just one click. Need a landing page, subtitles, or chapters with timestamps? Podsqueeze has you covered. It's the perfect companion for growing your podcast while saving time on content creation!

Our Amazing Jury Members:

Sam Sethi (PodNews & Podcast Standards Project)

Sam Sethi is a leading figure in podcasting, co-hosting the Podnews Weekly Review and actively contributing to the Podcast Standards Project. A 30-year IT industry veteran and former owner of River Radio, Sam has founded and sold four successful startups. He recently launched TrueFans, a Podcasting 2.0 app enabling listeners to support podcasters with micropayments. His extensive experience and innovation continue to shape the future of podcasting.

Michele Cobb (Executive Director of The Podcast Academy)

Michele Cobb is the Executive Director of The Podcast Academy (TPA), where she drives initiatives to celebrate podcasting and foster collaboration. With a rich background in audio and publishing, she works to support creators through programs such as TPA’s mentorship and The Ambies ®, The Awards for Excellence in Audio.

Sangeeta Pillai (Founder of Soul Sutras & The creator of Masala Podcast)

Sangeeta Pillai is a leading feminist activist and podcasting industry figure, best known for her award-winning Masala Podcast under her South Asian feminist network, Soul Sutras. The podcast, which addresses cultural taboos, has won six British Podcast Awards, an Audio Production Award, and the Spotify SoundUp 2018 award. Recognized as a prominent voice for South Asian feminism, she has been featured in outlets like BBC Radio, The Guardian, and Huffington Post. Sangeeta also serves as a judge for numerous podcast awards, speaks at industry conferences, and is a Governor at The Podcast Academy.

Rob Greenlee (Hall of Fame Podcaster, Founder of Spoken Life Media)

Rob Greenlee is the Founder of Spoken Life Media and serves as the Chairperson of the Podcast Hall of Fame. With a distinguished career as a Hall of Fame Podcaster, Rob is a pioneering figure in the podcasting industry, known for his innovative approach to audio content. His expertise spans podcast production, marketing, and technology, making him a sought-after speaker and thought leader dedicated to advancing the medium. Through his work, Rob continues to inspire and shape the future of podcasting.

Hubhopper Podcast Awards Procedure 

Podcast eligibility

All podcasts, irrespective of hosting platforms, are allowed to take part. To submit your podcast under any of the Hubhopper Awards categories, your podcast should meet the following eligibility criteria:

• It should have at least 5 episodes
• The latest episode is to be after January 1st, 2024 (Note: For the Rising Star category, your entire show should be published after January 1st, 2024)
• A podcast can only be nominated for a single award category
• Podcast must be in the English language for our jury members to be able to review

Podcast nomination and voting

All eligible podcasters can nominate their show through our online portal. Our internal team will verify your application and see if the eligibility criteria are met. You will be notified of your application status over mail. 

Once the nominations are closed, you will be provided the voting link that you can share with your fans and network. Nominees must get as many votes as possible before the deadline.

Winner’s selection

The top 3 podcasts with the highest votes in each category will qualify for the final round, where our jury members will examine them under the following criteria:

• Narration
• Content quality
• Audio production
• Creativity

Each jury member will cast their votes to choose a winner from each category.

Winner’s will receive:

• Podcast Subscription benefits from Sponsors & Hubhopper
• Recognized as one of the top podcast of the year 2024
• PR benefits across print & digital news outlets

What Winners Will Receive:

• 1-Year Free M-Plan Subscription of Auphonic
• 1-Year Free Starter Plan Subscription of Podsqueeze
• 6 Months Free Subscription to the Hubhopper Growth Plan
• Recognition & Publicity as one of the Top Podcasts of 2024

Hubhopper Podcast Awards 2024 Timeline

• Nominations open on October 1st (UTC+05:30)
• Nominations close on October 9th (UTC+05:30)
• Voting begins on October 12th (UTC+05:30)
• Voting closes on October 22th (UTC+05:30)
• Winners will be announced on October 29th (UTC+05:30)

Find out FAQs about Hubhopper Podcast Awards 2024 here.