iHeart celebrates 60 straight weeks as nation's #1 podcast publisher
Corey Layton: 'It's proof that iHeart is delivering the scale, consistency, and content quality that audiences love and advertisers trust'.
Australia’s podcast scene has hit another milestone with the Australian Radio Network's (ARN) iHeart clinching its 60th consecutive month as the nation’s #1 podcast publisher.
Over the last five years, iHeart has not only held onto its top spot but massively expanded its footprint.
Downloads have more than doubled, while the monthly audience has surged by over 150 per cent, reaching a staggering 6.8 million listeners. April 2025 alone saw more than 22 million podcast downloads.
However, despite the milestone, the network has not recorded a single podcast in the Australian Podcast Ranker Top 10.
Content diversity driving audience and advertiser trust
Corey Layton, ARN’s Head of Digital Audio, explains that hitting 60 consecutive #1 rankers isn’t just about numbers, it’s a testament to iHeart’s content strategy and its value to brands.
“We’re delivering scale, consistency, and content quality that audiences love and advertisers trust,” he says. Layton highlights how a varied slate, spanning news, pop culture, personal finance, and true crime, keeps listeners coming back.
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Even flagship shows like Life Uncut and The Kyle & Jackie O Show maintain strong numbers despite breaks, proving the strength of iHeart’s portfolio.
Shows like The Daily Aus continue to resonate with younger demographics with recent launches such as the hard-hitting three-part Investigating Ozempic series diving deep into topical health trends that spark cultural conversations.
iHeart says its dominance means advertisers and brands will get access to Australia’s most engaged podcast listeners across a broad spectrum of interests and demographics.
From established hits like On Purpose with Jay Shetty and Stuff You Should Know to BBC Studios’ globally recognised Global News Podcast and gripping true crime series Stalked, the network offers a diverse playground for brands to create unmissable audio moments.
