Movies and TV shows aren't the only forms of digital media we consume. Podcasts are growing in popularity for a reason. They are easy to pay attention to and accessible on various platforms. Did you know podcasts are about to become part of the Golden Globes? When? And how? Click through the slideshow to find out.
What Are the Golden Globes?
The Golden Globes are awards handed out in an annual award ceremony. As of 2024, there are 27 categories.
The History of the Golden Globes
The Golden Globe Awards have been around for about eight decades. The 1st Golden Globe Awards was hosted in January 1944, honoring the movies made in 1943. During the 1st Golden Globe Awards, "The Song of Bernadette" won Best Picture.
The 2026 Golden Globe Awards
A new category will be added for the 83rd annual Golden Globe event.
Entering: Podcasts
The 83rd annual Golden Globe will honor the Best Podcast of the Year on January 11, 2026.
How Does This New Award Work?
25 podcasts will qualify for the Best Podcast award. Of these 25, there will be six final nominations. According to the Golden Globe's official website, qualification and requirement details are to come soon.
How Popular Are Podcasts?
In the United States, podcasts are incredibly popular. About 1 in 4 Americans regularly listen to podcasts. According to the Pew Research Center, in 2023, 42% of Americans 12 and older listened to at least one podcast in the month during the study.
2024 New Additions
Adding new categories isn't as uncommon as you may think. In 2024, two new categories were added – Cinematic and Box Office Achievement in Motion Pictures, and Best Performance in Stand-Up Comedy on Television.
Popular Podcast Awards
The Golden Globes are a little behind. Podcast awards are pretty common. Keep clicking through to learn about some of the more popular ones.
The People's Choice Podcast Awards
Starting in 2005, The People's Choice Podcast Awards took the world by storm. These unique global awards are held annually. A few of the categories include People's Choice, Best Produced, Education, and Health.
The Ambies
The Ambies is a relatively new award. It focuses on the podcast industry and only launched in 2021. The first award ceremony was conducted online.
iHeartRadio Podcast Awards
Another popular podcast award show is the iHeartRadio Podcast Awards. It focuses on podcasts listened to through iHeartRadio. The first award ceremony was in 2019.
