Audacy Podcasts partners for sales/distribution of PAVE Studios podcasts

Leading premium podcast network Audacy Podcasts today announced a strategic partnership with PAVE Studios to manage ad sales and distribution for a wide range of original podcast titles from the media company’s Crime House and OpenMind brands. Audacy’s PAVE Studios slate will move to Audacy Podcasts starting today, October 7, 2024.

PAVE Studios is setting the stage for a better way of producing, distributing and consuming the world’s greatest content, while empowering creators, simplifying content discovery, and fostering vibrant communities. Founded by Max Cutler, former VP, Head of Talk Creator Content and Partnerships at Spotify and founder of Parcast Studios, the recently launched media company is already collaborating with top creators to unveil an array of original content across video, audio, books, live experiences, merchandise and more.

PAVE Studios is experiencing remarkable growth driven entirely by original content, already boasting millions of downloads with listeners increasing by more than 100 percent every month. This impressive momentum is reflected in their initial slate of original series from Crime House and OpenMind, which consistently chart on both Spotify and Apple.

“PAVE Studios’ forward-thinking business model places storytellers at the forefront, offering enhanced monetization opportunities that drive more revenue back into their hands. We believe that when creators thrive, everyone wins,” said Max Cutler, Founder of PAVE Studios. “Our one-of-a-kind partnership with Audacy not only supports our creator-first strategy but also highlights our shared commitment to valuing creators above all else. Together, we’re paving the way for a new era of media that connects them with audiences in bold, new ways.”

“Max Cutler’s track record of success speaks for itself, and we have been truly impressed by the exceptional creativity and vision of PAVE Studios,” said Jenna Weiss-Berman, EVP, Audacy Podcasts. “This partnership aligns perfectly with Audacy’s path of growth and innovation across our podcast and overall digital platforms, positioning us to amplify their expanding slate of audio content and top creators, engaging both dedicated fans and new audiences alike.”

OpenMind powered by PAVE Studios is a vibrant and dynamic, global community whose creators aim to inspire, educate, entertain, and empower listeners’ personal growth and well-being through meaningful conversations, uplifting stories, curiosity-inspired content and transformative experiences.

Audacy’s slate of OpenMind series includes:

“Health Hacks”: an original weekly video podcast hosted by fifteen-time New York Times bestselling author and leading Systems Medicine expert Mark Hyman, MD, on which he explores the art of living well and shares his unique perspectives on the latest health trends and their impact on our well-being.

“Horoscope Weekly”: hosted by bestselling author and renowned celebrity astrologer Aliza Kelly, this weekly original series decodes the latest astrological trends and offers tailored forecasts across love, career, health, and more.

Additional OpenMind original series coming Q1 2025 with Jemma Sbeg (Host of The Psychology of your 20's, a Top 20 Podcast Globally) as well as Ally Lewber (Vanderpump Rules star and spiritual astrologer).

Crime House powered by PAVE Studios is the ultimate destination that delves deep into the human psyche and explores the captivating world of true crime, delivering thought-provoking investigations, gripping narratives and immersive experiences like never before.

Audacy’s slate of Crime House series includes:

“Money Crimes”: From cutthroat con artists to billion-dollar scams, and even murder, financial expert and bestselling author Nicole Lapin takes listeners through the world’s wildest financial crimes – and teaches listeners how to avoid becoming the victim of one.

“Murder: True Crime Stories”: A gripping podcast that delves into history’s most notorious murders, uncovering the real stories and spotlighting those most impacted. Each week, listeners are transported into the heart of the investigation, gaining insights into the complexities of these cases and their enduring impact.

“Mind of a Serial Killer”: This new weekly podcast combines gripping true crime storytelling with expert psychological analysis to answer the question - what makes a serial killer? Join hosts Vanessa Richardson (original host of the hit true crime podcast Serial Killers) and Dr. Tristin Engels (Licensed Clinical and Forensic Psychologist) as they take you deep inside the twisted minds of history’s most notorious serial killers from Jeffrey Dahmer to Ted Bundy

PAVE Studios is represented by WME.