As the podcasting world continues to grow, the 2025 iHeart Podcast Awards are back in Austin, Texas, during SXSW. The event will bring together podcasting’s brightest, showcasing the most innovative and influential podcasts of the year.
What Are the iHeart Podcast Awards?
This is one of the only events in the podcasting world honoring the best podcasts across multiple categories. From comedy and true crime to society and culture, these awards celebrate the diversity of podcast content and the voices shaping the industry.
Taking place during SXSW 2025, the event will attract podcast creators, industry professionals, and media influencers to the vibrant city of Austin. Austin’s own role in the podcasting revolution makes it the perfect backdrop for the awards, as the city has become a hub for both creators and listeners.
What to Expect from the 2025 iHeart Podcast Awards at SXSW
The awards will feature live performances, award presentations, and a celebration of podcasting’s most impactful creators. Categories such as Best Comedy Podcast, Best True Crime Podcast, and Best Original Series will spotlight the work the podcasters have put into their shows.
While the specific list of nominees is still to be announced, the event promises to be a must-attend for anyone involved in the podcasting world. Last year, we had the privilege of attending, not knowing fully what to expect; we were definitely in for a surprise! With so many of our beloved podcasters in attendance and even a few special celebrity guests, including Chris Pine, Adam Devine, Kyle Maclachlan, Wilmer Valderrama, Jay Shetty, and Patrick J. Adams and wife, Troian Bellisario.
Why Austin is the Ideal Location
Austin has definitely become a hub for podcasters and the like. Since the city is known for its dynamic entertainment scene, it is home to numerous podcast studios, creators, and media professionals. Hosting the iHeart Podcast Awards at SXSW makes perfect sense, as the festival itself has been at the forefront of celebrating emerging media and technology.
Who Will Attend the 2025 iHeart Podcast Awards?
While the celebrity lineup is still to be confirmed, it’s expected that the event will feature a host of notable figures from the podcasting world. Past iHeart Podcast Awards events have attracted a mix of high-profile podcast hosts, musicians, and influencers, making this year’s ceremony no different.
Some of the celebrities nominated for their podcasts include: Nikki Glazer, Dana Carvey, David Spade, Joe Rogan, Bowen Yang, Alex Cooper, Travis Kelce, Teddi Mellencamp, Conan O’Brien, Brett Goldstein and so many more!
Whether you’re an aspiring podcaster, an avid listener, or a fan of live events, the 2025 iHeart Podcast Awards at SXSW will undoubtedly offer a unique experience. Stay tuned as more details about the event, nominees, and special guests are revealed in the coming weeks. In the meantime, you can find a confirmed list of celebrities attending SXSW here.
While the iHeartPodcast Awards are open to select SXSW badge holders, the event is not open to the general public. However, the ceremony will be broadcast live on select iHeartMedia radio stations nationwide, streamed on the iHeartRadio app, and available on iHeartRadio’s YouTube Channel.
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