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

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In this episode of The Publisher Podcast, we're joined by Liz Alesse, Vice President and General Manager of Axios Local. She is responsible for building and scaling Axios' local journalism business as a sustainable national platform.

Liz talks about... more

In this episode of The Publisher Podcast, we're joined by Charlotte Owen, Executive Vice President at BDG and Editor-in-Chief of Bustle.

Bustle is a female-focused media brand aimed at 20-30 year olds who want to live a big life. Charlotte talks abo... more

In the latest episode of our spring 2026 season of The Publisher Podcast, we're joined by Ismail Akwei, Editor of Global South World.

Global South World is a news brand with a mission to build a more informed and nuanced understanding of the Global ... more

In the latest episode of our spring 2026 season of The Publisher Podcast, we're joined by Dea Lawrence, Publisher and Co-President of Variety.

Variety has transformed from a B2B pure play to a hybrid business and consumer publication. It still does ... more

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Liz Alesse
Vice President and General Manager of Axios Local
Axios Local
Episode: Axios Local's Liz Alesse on shaping the business to crack sustainable local journalism at scale
Charlotte Owen
Editor in chief of Bustle; EVP for BDG brands including Nylon and Scary Mommy
Bustle; BDG
Episode: Bustle's Charlotte Owen on ditching the 'everything for everyone' era
Ismail Akwei
Editor of Global South World
Global South World / Impactome Group
Episode: Global South World's Ismail Akwei on building a creator-led news network across continents
Dea Lawrence
Publisher and co-president of Variety
Variety
Episode: Variety's Dea Lawrence on turning a legacy publication into a cultural brand
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
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Joshi Herrmann
Founder
Mill Media
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Rosie Percy
Newsletter Strategy Director
Hearst UK
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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
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A bit heavy on industry jargon but valuable for pros
Engaging weekly brief with deep dives and guests

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Global South World's Ismail Akwei on building a creator-led news network across continents
Q: How do you vet contributors and maintain quality across a global network?
Contributors undergo background checks, assessment of content leaning, and an interview process to ensure alignment with mission and ethics; freelance contributors and paid creators are engaged based on contribution and context, with editorial independence preserved as long as standards are met.
Global South World's Ismail Akwei on building a creator-led news network across continents
Q: Tell me about the origin story for Global South World.
Global South World was founded in 2023 by the Impactome Group to amplify voices from the Global South, bringing perspectives from Africa, Asia, and South America to a Global North audience while maintaining journalistic standards and independence.
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.

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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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Recent guests on The Publisher Podcast by Media Voices include:

1. Liz Alesse
2. Charlotte Owen
3. Ismail Akwei
4. Dea Lawrence
5. Ben Smith
6. Amanda Barnes
7. Henry Seltzer
8. Joshi Herrmann

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