If you're a podcast fan but feel that what your life is currently missing at the moment is some good old fashioned multi-format, culture-forward audio content at the intersection of music, pop culture, and social impact, well do we have some good news for you.
Warner Music has announced a new podcast division called Interval Presents which will, well, produce "multi-format, culture-forward audio content at the intersection of music, pop culture, and social impact". What a time to be alive!
Not only that, but Warner's new podcasting venture will "create a platform for artists and cultural movers to unpack trending conversations, amplify underrepresented voices, and explore the impact of music artistry from diverse perspectives". Which is exactly what I'd expect from my multi-format, culture-forward audio content at the intersection of music, pop culture, and social impact.
“Interval Presents allows us to develop and share podcast content that propels fresh, engaging conversations around trending topics and issues that matter to diverse communities - all through a culture-forward lens", says Warner Music's SVP Of Digital Strategy & Business Development Allan Coye, who will also be General Manager of the new podcasting unit. "This is just the beginning and as we grow, we hope to stay true to our roots in music while also using audio artistry as a vehicle to explore new terrains of storytelling, and ultimately, connect deeply with our audience".
“Interval Presents is a natural progression of Warner Music Group’s long history of producing generation-defining music, supporting creatives and driving culture”, adds the major's Chief Digital Officer & EVP Of Business Development Oana Ruxandra. “There’s a hunger for more inclusive and authentic podcast content and, with Allan leading the charge, we’re THRILLED to launch an audio platform that will connect with this growing audience and spotlight a breadth of voices and perspectives".