Spotify launches reach-based podcast awards; six shows receive inaugural recognition
Briefly

Spotify has introduced the Creator Milestone Awards to recognize outstanding podcasts solely based on streaming metrics. The awards are reminiscent of Olympic medals, with Gold for 500 million streams, Silver for 250 million, and Bronze for 100 million streams. The inaugural winners include 'Rotten Mango' awarded Gold and 'David Fell in Love With a Stripper' receiving Silver. Recipients will get a physical plaque and will be promoted through Spotify and in New York City’s Penn Plaza, reflecting the growing importance of podcasting within the platform.
Spotify has launched the Creator Milestone Awards to honor successful podcasts, recognizing them with Gold, Silver, and Bronze awards based on streaming numbers.
The awards are based solely on metrics, providing recognition for podcasts that exceed specific streaming thresholds, without subjective quality judgments.
Gold is awarded for 500 million streams, Silver for 250 million, and Bronze for 100 million streams, reflecting the podcasts' popularity.
Winners receive a hand-delivered physical plaque from Spotify and will be featured prominently in Spotify marketing, including a display in Penn Plaza.
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