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A weekly podcast and newsletter profiling the people and products powering publishing.

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In this episode of our spring 2026 season of The Publisher Podcast, we're joined by Ben Smith, Co-Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Semafor.

Ben has previously worked at publications like the New York Times and Buzzfeed, before joining Justin Smith to ... more

Welcome back to the spring 2026 season of The Publisher Podcast! This week's guest is Faversham House CEO Amanda Barnes.

Faversham House is an independent UK B2B media, information and events company with brands across two main sectors: utilities an... more

In the last episode of this season of The Publisher Podcast from Media Voices, we're bringing you a panel from our last Publisher Summit, all about strategies for converting newsletter readers into paying subscribers.

This panel featured Henry Seltz... more

Welcome to this special season of The Publisher Podcast, bringing you the best sessions from the Definitive AI Forum for Media, Information and Events, which we held with Flashes & Flames in London.

This week’s episode features Alex Roth, Strategy D... more

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Ben Smith
Co-founder and editor-in-chief of Semafor
Semafor
Episode: Semafor's Ben Smith on how the start-up has evolved to thrive in a challenging market
Amanda Barnes
CEO of Faversham House
Faversham House
Episode: Faversham House's Amanda Barnes on transforming to a modern ecosystem-driven B2B publisher
Henry Seltzer
Director of Newsletter Operations
Bloomberg
Episode: Turning readers into subscribers: top tips for converting via newsletters
Joshi Herrmann
Founder
Mill Media
Episode: Turning readers into subscribers: top tips for converting via newsletters
Rosie Percy
Newsletter Strategy Director
Hearst UK
Episode: Turning readers into subscribers: top tips for converting via newsletters
Alex Roth
Strategy Director for Informa plc
Informa plc
Episode: Informa's Alex Roth on their three-pronged approach to AI
Greg Hitchen
CEO of Terrapin
Terrapin
Episode: Is AI a golden opportunity for exhibitions and events organisers?
Alison Jackson
Group MD at Nineteen Group
Nineteen Group
Episode: Is AI a golden opportunity for exhibitions and events organisers?
Robin Booth
Managing Director
EMAP
Episode: Is AI a golden opportunity for exhibitions and events organisers?

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Peter Huston
Host of The Publisher Podcast, Media Voices
Esther Thorpe
Host of The Publisher Podcast, Media Voices

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 35 ratings
  • Great industry podcast

    Delves into the pressing issues for media companies today, and in an engaging, warm manner.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pvonkant
    United Statesa year ago
  • Never disappoints

    A listen that entertains and informs in equal measure, keeping you in the know to help yourself and your business. And some fantastic guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    travel-man
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Who needs a hug?

    The dour chap doesn’t have a good word to say about anything. Someone give him a hug, please.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    (Gibberer)
    Australia6 years ago
  • Great media overview with interview feature

    Solid overview of the week in media, with a regular presenting team who complement each other well. First 10-15 is an overview of key stories finished off by an in-depth interview. Recommended.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Phillipsmatt
    United Kingdom8 years ago

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Great industry podcast with insightful take on media
Hosts balance overview with strong guest interviews
A bit heavy on industry jargon but valuable for pros
Engaging weekly brief with deep dives and guests

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Semafor's Ben Smith on how the start-up has evolved to thrive in a challenging market
Q: How does Semafor balance global expansion with maintaining quality and trust?
Semafor pursues a distributed newsroom strategy with regional hubs and high-caliber journalists, focusing on authentic, local reporting that connects with a global audience and avoids sensationalized or purely generic content.
Semafor's Ben Smith on how the start-up has evolved to thrive in a challenging market
Q: What was Semafor's core objective when launching, and how has audience reception reflected that goal?
The core objective was to rebuild trust by clearly separating fact from opinion. Audiences responded positively to this transparency, and the model has reinforced reader trust and engagement.
Informa's Alex Roth on their three-pronged approach to AI
Q: Could you outline Informa's three-part AI strategy?
The strategy centers on transforming ways of working, accelerating product development with AI, and enhancing discovery to improve how customers find and use content, with progress and lift measured over six months.
DMG Media's Danny Groom on using AI to offer targeting and personalisation
Q: What kind of mistakes have you made or what kind of learnings have you had during this period?
Groom shares that the biggest mistake was underestimating AI's potential and being driven by fear.
AI regulation, IP and copyright issues. What can be achieved – and what can’t? What are the risks and compromises?
Q: What views are you seeing and hearing from your public about what publishers can do?
Publishers should think about creating friction to stop scraping and utilize data to understand LLM impacts, while also supporting collective lobbying efforts.

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What is The Publisher Podcast by Media Voices about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The series spotlights leaders and innovations shaping publishing, with a strong emphasis on AI, data, and editorial transformation. Across episodes, conversations cover how AI is used to understand audiences, personalize content, and optimize workflows, while balancing ethical concerns, trust, and human judgment. Guests range from CEO-level publishers and editors to AI strategists, discussing regulatory issues, licensing, and the evolving business models in media. A standout thread is the tension between rapid technological adoption and sustaining high-quality, authentic journalism, often paired with practical case studies and governance around AI usage. This mix makes it a valuable listen for marketers, sponsorship teams, and PR practition... more

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