Amazon has officially entered the podcast arena by integrating thousands of shows into its Amazon Music platform, joining powerhouses like Apple Music and Spotify that have heavily invested in podcast ecosystems.
Residents in the US, UK, Germany, and Japan can now access podcasts on Amazon Music at no extra cost, regardless of subscription tier.
Listen effortlessly across devices—web, mobile apps, or Amazon Echo speakers. Progress syncs seamlessly, so start on your smartphone during your commute and pick up at home with a simple Alexa command: "Alexa, continue my podcast."
Discover tailored recommendations in various categories and browse trending hits to find your next favorite.
Steve Boom, Amazon Music Vice President, shared insights with The Wall Street Journal on this expansion.
The launch features over 70,000 podcasts, including fan favorites like Crime Junkie, Radiolab, and Stuff You Should Know. While competitors offer over a million titles, Amazon plans steady growth.
Expect exclusive originals hosted by celebrities such as Will Smith, DJ Khaled, and Becky G. Amazon will advertise on its originals, but non-exclusives retain ad control.
True crime fans note: Disgraceland becomes Amazon Music-exclusive starting February 2021.
This move aligns perfectly with Amazon's Audible audiobook leadership, positioning the company to conquer spoken audio entertainment comprehensively.
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