We’re delighted to share that Reach has been shortlisted 11 times across 8 categories at this year’s Publisher Podcast Awards.
This recognition is a strong reflection of the talent, creativity and ambition across our teams. From standout local journalism to innovative formats and commercial storytelling, these nominations showcase the scale and impact of our podcasting offer across the business.
Celebrating podcast excellence across Reach
Our shortlisted podcasts span editorial, commercial, product and technology, highlighting the power of collaboration in delivering compelling content for our audiences and partners.
View the full shortlist here:
Best Culture & Lifestyle Podcast
- Pod Save The King > Listen
Best Health & Wellbeing Podcast
- Back From The Brink > Listen
Best Local & Community Podcast
- Testimony: The Story That Haunts Me – Manchester Evening News > Listen
Best Partner Podcast
- In The Mixer > Listen
Best Sport Podcast
- Back Ten > Listen
- Blood Red Podcast – Liverpool Echo > Watch / Listen
- Royal Blue Podcast – Liverpool Echo > Watch / Listen
- The Everything is Black and White Podcast – Watch / Listen
Best Technology Podcast
- Go Doxx Yourself > Listen
Best Video Podcast
- Make Football Great Again > Watch / Listen
Publisher Podcast Hero of the Year 2026
- Daniel J. McLaughlin, Reach
Expanding Audiences
Being recognised across such a broad range of categories underlines what makes Reach unique, our ability to combine trusted journalism, innovative storytelling, and commercial expertise at scale.
From podcasts that tell deeply human stories and serve local communities, to formats that engage passionate fanbases and deliver value for partners, these nominations demonstrate how our teams continue to push boundaries in audio and video.
A moment to celebrate
The awards ceremony will take place on 11 June at Old Billingsgate, London, where winners will be announced.
A huge congratulations to everyone involved in creating, producing and supporting these podcasts. Your work continues to elevate Reach’s audio offering and strengthen our connection with audiences across the UK and beyond.
