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The Media Roundtable isn’t just another industry podcast; it’s an open lab where the sharpest minds in podcasting, advertising, and media break down the forces shaping the audio and creator media landscape—and reconstruct them in real time.

We created this show in service of brand marketers responsible for making audio and creator media campaigns not just sound good, but drive results. For many b... more

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Who should you trust your ad money with? Easy. Who your listeners trust.

This week on The Media Roundtable, Dan Granger (CEO & Founder, Oxford Road) welcomes back Emmy, Murrow, and Webby Award-winning journalist Mosheh Oinounou (Founder & Host, Mo N... more

The way to thrive in an AI future? Be authentically human.

This week on The Media Roundtable you have a VIP ticket to SXSW 2026 for iHeart x Oxford Road’s Luncheon with a podcasting powerhouse who consistently sees over the horizon.

Dan Granger (CE... more

Can you lean into AI advancements without losing human connection? Find out on a new Media Roundtable.

At SXSW, Will Pearson (President, iHeartPodcasts) hosted “The Guaranteed Human In An Artificial World.” Will took the stage with some of the sharp... more

Creators may think they have an idea where AI is heading, but now they’re faced with a critical decision: when do they lean in and when to run in the opposite direction. With constant changes and new reports of “AI brain fry,” it’s hard to get an ac... more

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Recent Guests

Jason Calacanis
Founder of This Week in Startups, co-host of All In
This Week in Startups / All In
Episode: Authenticity Tops AI: Predicting Podcasting’s Future with Jason Calacanis
Gladwell Mwangi
Head of paid media enablement at Whole Foods
Whole Foods (Amazon)
Episode: The Guaranteed Human In An Artificial World: How Leaders from Whole Foods, and GoodRX, Libsyn, and iHeartPodcasts Collaborate with AI
Brendan Monaghan
Leader at Libsyn, former Megaphone executive
Libsyn
Episode: The Guaranteed Human In An Artificial World: How Leaders from Whole Foods, and GoodRX, Libsyn, and iHeartPodcasts Collaborate with AI
Richard Case
VP of Growth Marketing at GoodRX
GoodRX
Episode: The Guaranteed Human In An Artificial World: How Leaders from Whole Foods, and GoodRX, Libsyn, and iHeartPodcasts Collaborate with AI
Laurie Santos
Professor at Yale; host of The Happiness Lab
Yale University
Episode: Less Noise, More Life: The Science of Thriving in an Artificial World
Tim Ferriss
Author and entrepreneur; early industry advocate
The Tim Ferriss Show
Episode: Less Noise, More Life: The Science of Thriving in an Artificial World
Brynn Greenelsh
Head of audio marketing
Stamps.com and ShipStation
Episode: The Power of Independence: Why Brands Are Betting on Independent Creators
Brittany Clevenger
Senior Director of Growth Marketing
BetterHelp Online Therapy
Episode: The Power of Independence: Why Brands Are Betting on Independent Creators
Jordy MeidasTouch
Co-founder of the MeidasTouch Network; award-winning marketer
MeidasTouch Network
Episode: Without a Net: Hala Taha (Young & Profiting) and the Meiselas Brothers (MeidasTouch) Share the Real Costs and Rewards of Independence

Hosts

Dan Granger
Host of Media Roundtable; Oxford Road; seasoned media strategist and advertiser relations expert.
Stew Redwine
Host of Ad Infinitum; Executive Creative Director; leads creative strategy across campaigns.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 40 ratings
  • Ads that almost caused me to turn off the podcast because I don't want to listen to this trash

    Came over to give you 1 star JUST BECAUSE of that ad. You should be ashamed.

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    boyfromthedwarf9
    United States7 months ago
  • Revised

    Sounds like they’re trying to kill RSS now. Not good.

    Revised: this show is platforming / championing people who dangerously attack and harass vulnerable people online.

    Also, they are “influencing” the industry to aggressively blur ad content with editorial content, as they themselves do. This is unethical and shortsighted.

    Former: The new format might make this one the top three podcasts about podcasts. That said, the audio quality needs work. Particularly when balancing volume between all... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    ~ Violet ~
    United Statesa year ago
  • Revised

    Revised: this show is platforming / championing people who dangerously attack and harass vulnerable people online.

    Also, they are “influencing” the industry to aggressively blur ad content with editorial content, as they themselves do. This is unethical and shortsighted.

    Former: The new format might make this one the top three podcasts about podcasts. That said, the audio quality needs work. Particularly when balancing volume between all the round table discussion guests, and then the pre-rec... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    ~ Violet ~
    United Statesa year ago
  • Revised

    Revised: this show is platforming people who dangerously attack and harass vulnerable people online.

    Former: The new format might make this one the top three podcasts about podcasts. That said, the audio quality needs work. Particularly when balancing volume between all the round table discussion guests, and then the pre-recorded ads.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    ~ Violet ~
    United Statesa year ago
  • Top Three PAP

    The new format might make this one the top three podcasts about podcasts. That said, the audio quality needs work. Particularly when balancing volume between all the round table discussion guests, and then the pre-recorded ads.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    ~ Violet ~
    United States3 years ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Prospective guests note high-quality discussions on independence in podcasting and brand integration.
Listeners value the practical, creator-centered focus and actionable ad/export tips.
Some reviews raise concerns about ad formats and balance, but overall praise for industry insights and guest diversity.

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The Guaranteed Human In An Artificial World: How Leaders from Whole Foods, and GoodRX, Libsyn, and iHeartPodcasts Collaborate with AI
Q: How have your companies changed in the last few years with respect to AI?
Each company describes a mix of AI-driven efficiencies and a continued emphasis on human-centered storytelling, with examples ranging from workflow automation and audience insights to AI-assisted pricing and content personalization.
Authenticity Tops AI: Predicting Podcasting’s Future with Jason Calacanis
Q: What are some of your top three skills that you would learn right now to make you unstoppable?
Tim Ferriss emphasizes mastering AI agents and automation tools to systemize repetitive work, as well as deep research skills to prepare for high-impact interviews; he also highlights building personal relationships and curiosity as core competencies that can't be replicated by machines.
Killer Mike on Independent Rap, Leadership, and Podcasting with Love
Q: Why did you decide to start using that canvas to tell your stories?
Killer Mike explains that he was pushed by friends and collaborators to podcast as a platform to share thoughtful perspectives beyond music, and he embraced it as a way to reach people with meaningful conversations.
Giving Indie Voices a Bigger Megaphone
Q: What's the biggest shift you've seen for Libsyn since you returned to lead the company?
Libsyn has evolved from primarily a hosting platform to a full suite that includes monetization, advertising sales, analytics, and enhanced creator support, with a stronger emphasis on supporting both large and long-tail creators.
The Medium is Still the Message: Audio, AI, and the Future
Q: What are the implications of merging audio and visual content?
Different media serve different purposes; combining them can dilute their unique strengths, so thoughtful approach is necessary.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Media Roundtable

What is Media Roundtable about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show frequently features discussions about independent creator businesses, podcast monetization, and the evolving role of platforms in media. Guests span independent networks, advertising leaders, and seasoned creators who share pragmatic strategies for growing, funding, and sustaining creator-led ventures while maintaining editorial independence. Across episodes, topics include ad sales, brand integration, cross-platform distribution, measurement and attribution, and the tension between independence and scale. Notable threads include how basement-startups scale to multi-podcast networks, the value of long-term brand relationships, and upcoming initiatives that promote creator-led entrepreneurship, such as independent awards. The format... more

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1. Jason Calacanis
2. Gladwell Mwangi
3. Brendan Monaghan
4. Richard Case
5. Laurie Santos
6. Tim Ferriss
7. Brynn Greenelsh
8. Brittany Clevenger

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