The Spoken World

The Spoken World
Podcast Description
THE SPOKEN WORLD brings you the latest global audiobook news, trends and insights. If you’re in the publishing or audio industry, this podcast is a must-listen. Every other week our host Christopher Kenneally interviews industry leaders, providing insights about global audiobook opportunities, innovations and challenges. What’s new in production, distribution and marketing? Where are the best worldwide opportunities for growth? We’ll also bring you highlights from major international book and audio conferences. Contact [email protected] or visit spokenworld.media.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast covers key themes such as global audiobook trends, production, marketing, and distribution challenges. Episodes highlight current topics like the future of audiobook growth, AI-generated narration, and new market opportunities. For instance, Amanda D’Acierno shares insights on the audio publishing industry in 2025 and discusses potential areas for expansion in the audiobook market.

THE SPOKEN WORLD brings you the latest global audiobook news, trends and insights. If you’re in the publishing or audio industry, this podcast is a must-listen. Every other week our host Christopher Kenneally interviews industry leaders, providing insights about global audiobook opportunities, innovations and challenges. What’s new in production, distribution and marketing? Where are the best worldwide opportunities for growth? We’ll also bring you highlights from major international book and audio conferences. Contact [email protected] or visit spokenworld.media.
As we complete Season 1 of The Spoken World, host Christopher Kenneally reflects on our global coverage of audiobook events at London Book Fair, PARIX Audio Day and the US Book Show. We look forward to the launch of Season 2 this Fall with our coverage of Frankfurt Book Fair.
Check out this infographic that wraps-up our Season 1.

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