British Podcast Awards 2025: The Winners
The biggest night in podcasting returned as the British Podcast Awards 2025 took over Indigo at The O2 in Greenwich, London for the very first time. Hosted by comedian and podcaster Maisie Adam, the star-studded ceremony celebrated winners across 31 categories, with a buzzing crowd of podcasters, celebrities and industry figures.
The industry’s top prize, Podcast of the Year, was awarded to Kill List, which also secured Best True Crime Podcast. The hard-hitting investigation made national headlines on release and was praised by the judges for its forensic reporting and gripping storytelling.
Elsewhere, Nick Grimshaw and Angela Hartnett were crowned Best Hosts for their irresistible interview series Dish, while Elis James and John Robins triumphed in Best Comedy Podcast, continuing their reign as two of Britain’s most-loved broadcasters.
Building on its 2024 success, Miss Me? with Miquita Oliver and Lily Allen (Persephonica for BBC Sounds) was crowned the first-ever winner of the Video Innovation Award, signalling a new era for the hit podcast as Oliver welcomes special guests following Lily Allen’s recent announcement that she will be taking a break from the podcast.
Fan-favourite Betwixt the Sheets: The History of Sex, Scandal & Society claimed the coveted Listeners’ Choice Award, voted for by the public, while The Traitors: Uncloaked – hosted by comedian Ed Gamble – celebrated a double victory with Best Entertainment Podcast and the coveted Spotlight Award, as Gamble gears up for a new series of the companion podcast alongside the launch of Celebrity Traitors next week.
Pod Save the UK with Nish Kumar and Coco Khan took home the Podcast Champion Award, recognising its genuis mix of politics and comedy, while other Gold winners included Movers & Shakers: a podcast about life with Parkinson’s (Impact), Inbetween Man (Health & Wellbeing), and Sonic Fields (Arts & Culture).
Presenters on the night included Emma Barnett (Chair of Judges), Nick Grimshaw, Joe Marler, Sara Cox & Clare Hamilton, Jordan North & William Hanson, Diana Vickers, Alexander Dragonetti, Coco Khan, Rubina Pabani & Poppy Jay, Chris Sweeney and Steffan Powell.
Full list of winners
- BEST ENTERTAINMENT PODCAST: The Traitors: Uncloaked (exclusive to BBC Sounds)
- SPOTLIGHT AWARD: The Traitors: Uncloaked (exclusive to BBC Sounds)
- RISING STAR AWARD: Mia Thornton
- BEST NETWORK / PUBLISHER: Prison Radio Association
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About British Podcast Awards
Now in its 9th year, the British Podcast Awards champions the people both in front of and behind the microphone, giving creators the recognition they deserve. They aim to shine a light on the very best the sector has to offer across a wide range of topics and formats. Whether you’re part of a major studio or a solo podcaster going it alone, the British Podcast Awards is your chance to showcase your skills. Our panel of independent expert judges will be looking for the best and brightest the podcast industry has to offer, recognising those standout shows that elevate the medium and help create an industry that we can all be proud of. We’re looking forward to receiving your entries and celebrating the passion and diversity of podcasting with you.
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