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This International Podcast Day, We’re Dishing Out Trivia on Some of Our Favorite Shows

September 30, 2022

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Today marks International Podcast Day, and as the world’s most popular audio-streaming subscription service with more than 4 million podcasts on our platform, it’s no surprise that we are a big fan of the audio medium.

Every month, our Podcast Editorial team is busy curating shelves that highlight popular genres so that you can find your next binge. And all around the world, our Sound Up program is arming underrepresented voices with the skills they need to create their own podcasts, and our RADAR Podcasters program is spotlighting emerging voices worldwide. Editors from different markets have also created a global hub titled “Celebrate International Podcast Day” which features some of the most popular podcasts around the world, and also some of the most popular in each market, that have been trending in the Podcast Charts over the past 30 days.

But today isn’t just about the millions of voices who have gone behind the mic. It’s also about the listeners who fuel the love that exists for podcasts. So fans, get ready—it’s time to test the breadth of your podcast knowledge with our special quiz on some of Spotify’s popular original or exclusive podcasts. How many can you answer correctly?


1. Call Her Daddy, a podcast from Alex Cooper, recently returned for the season two premiere. Daddy Gang, who was her first guest for the season?

2. Spotify's hit Chilean podcast Caso 63 is gearing up for its final season, giving audiences the epic conclusion of the story of Pedro Roiter & Dra. Elisa Aldunate. In the first season, where do these two characters meet?

3. Armchair Expert, cohosted by actor, filmmaker, and comedian Dax Shepard and Emmy-nominated producer and personality Monica Padman, has attracted a loyal following since its launch in 2018. What is the name given to fans of the podcast?

4. In her new podcast, Archetypes, Meghan, The Duchess of Sussex, dives into the labels that try to hold women back. What is the label that she discusses in her episode with actress Mindy Kaling?

5. What episodic milestone did The Ringer’s flagship show, The Bill Simmons Podcast, recently celebrate?

6. In his podcast, Tony Parker, Le Podcast, former NBA star Tony Parker aims to share his learnings, and those of his friends and celebrities, to have a positive impact on the younger generation. Who was Tony Parker's first guest?

7. Earlier this year, Batman Unburied launched in multiple languages around the world, with each version having its own localized cast and production teams. How many language adaptations are there?

8. In the Indian true crime show Death Lies and Cyanide, the homely church-going Jolly Amma Joseph is accused of killing six people over 14 years. Who were these people?

9. What was the first movie that was featured on The Rewatchables, a film podcast from The Ringer?

10. What other music podcast has The RapCaviar Podcast’s Brandon “Jinx” Jenkins hosted?

11. At the start of each episode, Toni and Ryan call a fan from somewhere in the world and ask for something. What is it they’re asking for?

12. Which of these topics hasn’t been tackled by the current season of Science Vs, a podcast that finds out what’s fact, what’s not, and what’s somewhere in between?

13. In 2021, one of the episodes of the podcast Mano a Mano, hosted by Brazilian rapper Mano Brown, was one of the most listened to episodes of any podcast on the platform in Brazil. Who was the guest?

Celebrate Spotify’s Biggest Year for Podcasts This International Podcast Day

September 30, 2020

It’s only September, but Spotify has already seen our biggest year ever for podcasts. The number of new shows added to the platform this year increased by 240%* compared to 2019, and fans are spending more time streaming podcasts on Spotify than ever before. And since today (September 30) happens to be International Podcast Day, we’re celebrating the milestone by taking a look back at some of the podcasting trends of 2020, as well as debuting some new shows, podcast playlists, and features.

When it comes to podcasts . . .

  • Laughter is the best medicine. Comedy has been the top-ranking global podcast category this year to date, with Call Her Daddy, The Misfits, and Office Ladies dominating.
  • We’re keeping up with the Os. The Obamas, that is. The Michelle Obama Podcast from Higher Ground held its spot on the Trending Charts Top 10 globally longer than any other podcast since July 2020.
  • DIY podcasting is a growing field. Since last year’s International Podcast Day, new podcasts created on Anchor, Spotify’s all-in-one podcasting platform, have increased by more than 380%.*

And to keep the momentum going, Spotify will be celebrating International Podcast Day all week with new playlists, podcasts, and special features. Take a look:

  • 9/28: We’re releasing Best of 2020 So Far, a podcast playlist full of this year’s top pods, handpicked by Spotify’s editorial team.
  • 9/30: Parcast’s Blind Dating and Gimlet’s Resistance podcasts are dropping exclusively on Spotify.
    • No one has ever found love on a podcast until now, on Blind Dating, the new Spotify Original on Parcast. Hopeful singles listen to voices of potential matches before making their choices and having their identities revealed.
    • Gimlet’s new podcast Resistance offers stories from the front lines of the movement for Black lives, told by the generation fighting for change. Listen to the Resistance trailer now on Spotify.
  • 9/30: It’s International Podcast Day! Stream your favorite pod, and don’t forget to check out Instagram for our International Podcast Day filter. Plus, Spotify for Podcasters is going global for podcasters in Brazil and Mexico. Finally, the most passionate podcast users in English-speaking countries will receive push notifications letting them know that they are in the top 5% of podcast listeners on Spotify—surely something to celebrate.
  • 9/30–10/2: Creators like Jemele Hill, Ashley Flowers, and Reba McEntire will be “passing the mic” to spotlight the podcasts they love via their social channels, so stay tuned. 

*Numbers stated are from September 30, 2019, to June 30, 2020.