Fans Vote Mexico’s Top Podcasting Stars at Spotify Mexico’s Inaugural Podcast Awards
On Wednesday, Spotify brought together Mexico’s vibrant podcast community for a night to remember: the first-ever Spotify Podcast Awards. The ceremony gathered more than 300 industry guests and nearly 200 top fans of nominated shows, making it a milestone moment for creators, listeners, and the country’s booming audio scene.
Lupita Villalobos and Kass Quezada, the fan-favorite duo behind Las Alucines, served as hosts, keeping the crowd entertained with their signature wit and spontaneous style.
Lupita Villalobos and Kass Quezada
Throughout the evening, several Mexican creators—including Miss Diamond, Eduardo Videgaray, José Ramón Sancristóbal “El Estaca,” Kikis, Ana Julia, Toño Cervantes, Mario Huerta, Mau Nieto, Román Torres, Janis and Maldo from Las Morras Malditas, Romina Sacre, Grecia Castillo, Conder, and Bastian—took the stage to present awards across 10 categories.
But it wasn’t just about the creators—this was a celebration of the listeners, too. Nearly 8 million votes were cast by fans in the lead-up to the show, and hundreds were there in person to cheer on their favorites, proving once again that podcasts are all about community.
The fans have spoken: Meet your winners
Fans showed strong engagement across categories, with nominees representing the breadth and diversity of Mexico’s podcasting landscape. Without further ado, here are the winners of the inaugural Spotify Podcast Awards:
Top of the Top Podcast
Breakthrough Podcast
Favorite Comedy Podcast
Favorite Horror Podcast
Favorite Interview Podcast
Favorite Gossip Podcast
Favorite Wellness Podcast
Favorite “Love Stuff” Podcast
Favorite True Crime Podcast
Favorite Documentary Podcast
A night of music and community
The celebration didn’t stop at the awards. Dynamic duo Burrita Burrona and Turbulence lit up the room with a sparkling drag performance, while pop band Matisse set a romantic mood with a special setlist. Bellakath closed out the night, getting everyone dancing and proving that Mexican reggaeton and podcasts are a perfect match.
“We’re proud of the talent and passion our podcasters bring to the platform every day,” said Thais Tavara, Head of Podcasts, Spotify Mexico. “The Spotify Podcast Awards not only celebrate their incredible work and the impact they have on millions of listeners, but they also strengthen our commitment to continue promoting, supporting, and elevating the podcasting industry. We’re thrilled to be part of this journey and will continue investing in its growth.”
With a thriving community of creators and fans, the future of podcasting in Mexico has never looked brighter. Congratulations to all the nominees and winners!
