Back in 2019, Stefano, Anthony and Mario were still in college when we came together with an idea for a smart podcast aggregator that tailored pre-game analysis based on the listener’s travel time to the stadium. This idea earned a grant from the 2022 FIFA World Cup, and it was just the beginning.
Facing the scarcity of Arabic podcasts in the MENA region, we made a bold pivot. We didn’t just build an app; we ignited a regional decentralized media movement. Podeo has firmly solidified its position as the unrivaled leader in the audio value-chain, powering over 50 million listeners worldwide and expanding regional podcast supply by 50X to over 100,000 creators in less than two years — up from a total of 1,000 podcasters prior to Podeo.
Podeo didn’t stop there. By seamlessly integrating with unique distribution channels beyond traditional streaming apps – from airlines, radio stations, ride-hailing, gaming and chatting platforms – it cemented itself as the infrastructure reshaping the audio landscape – where the timeless tradition of storytelling fuses with the limitless possibilities of being heard
The best thing? Podeo’s business model also aligns perfectly with creators’ needs: we’re not chasing consolidated app audiences to monetize in one space. Instead, our ad-tech distributes ads seamlessly across all these decentralized channels. The more reach we can facilitate, the more revenue for creators.
In the next five years, we are not just aiming to lead the podcasting revolution in global emerging markets – we are set to redefine the entire audio landscape globally.
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