In the past decade, podcasting has developed from a niche medium into one of the premier media channels available to consumers, and the content being created is something all enemies of boredom should be really excited about. Being the production capital of the world, it's no surprise that LA is home to a number of startups helping shape the future of podcasting.
Top Podcasting Companies in LA
- Crooked Media
- Midroll Media
- Parcast
- Podbay
- HeadGum
- Wondery
Founded by Jon Favreau (the esteemed journalist and speech writer for President Barack Obama), Jon Lovett (not to be confused with Jon Lovitz, another LA-based podcaster) and Tommy Vietor, former spokesperson for President Obama, Crooked Media is responsible for Pod Save America, a podcast dedicated to discussing something everyone enjoys talking about: politics. We missed Crooked Media the first time around and humbly ask for forgiveness.
Midroll Media is a one-stop shop for the podcasting community. The startup offers a suite of tools and services that help audio content creators produce and distribute their creative efforts. The company also helps podcast producers establish partnerships with advertisers.
Founded by father and son duo Ron and Max Cutler, Parcast is a multi-dimensional production house and podcast community based right here in LA. The startup is responsible for creating a number of true crime podcasts, including "Serial Killers" and "Unsolved Murders," among other shows.
Podbay doesn't just offer podcast enthusiasts a robust marketplace to find their next favorite show. The LA-based startup also offers audio content creators a place to share their new programs while allowing them access to a suite of tools vital to the creation process. In addition to letting them see a show's rankings, it also lets them see all reviews in one place.
Founded in 2015 by CollegeHumor veterans Amir Blumenfeld, Jake Hurwitz and Marty Michael, HeadGum is a podcast network responsible for more than 45 different podcasts. If the sheer volume of podcasts it produces wasn't impressive enough, check out the list of podcasters the studio works with.
One of the most prolific podcast networks in the world, Wondery is headquartered right here in LA. The West Hollywood-based startup is responsible for shows like "Hollywood & Crime" and has partnered with creators to produce shows like "The Fall of Rome" and "Innovation Crush." If you're familiar with any of their shows, you'll also note that many of their sponsors — like MeUndies, Stamps.com and Loot Crate — are based in LA, as well.
