Global launches Global Studios, a creative powerhouse for video-first podcasts, and acquires The Fellas Studios, the UK’s leading creator network
Global, the Media & Entertainment group, today revealed details of a brand-new Studio for bold, video-first original podcast content.
Global Studios will be home to Global’s award-winning podcast slate, including The News Agents and My Therapist Ghosted Me, alongside shows from the newly-acquired The Fellas Studios, the creative powerhouse behind shows including The Fellas, Saving Grace, Pitchside and Bach & Arthur.
Global Studios will be the ultimate one-stop-shop for creators, with best-in-class video and audio facilities, seamless distribution across all major platforms, and the unrivalled marketing power of Global’s radio, digital and outdoor network. From market-leading hosting and distribution powered by Captivate (acquired by Global in 2021), to data-driven insights and industry-leading monetisation via DAX, Global Studios will put creators and advertisers at the heart of a fast-growing, video-first podcast world.
The acquisition of The Fellas Studios, founded in 2021 by YouTubers Callum Airey (Calfreezy) and Joshua Larkin (TheBurntChip), marks the first deal under the Global Studios banner. In just a few years, The Fellas Studios has built some of the most talked-about Gen Z shows in the UK, reaching millions across YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and social platforms. Each podcast has purpose-built studio sets that reflect its tone and personality.
Ashley Tabor-King CBE, Founder & Executive President of Global, said: “The launch of Global Studios marks the start of the next chapter of Global’s on-demand audio & video content growth, with creativity and quality at its core. Starting as we mean to go on, we’re delighted to welcome The Fellas Studios to the Global family. In less than five years, Cal, Josh and Elliot have built the UK’s leading creator network, with ground-breaking, engaging shows and formats which are loved by millions. They are a hugely impressive team and we look forward to working with them in this next exciting phase of growth. This partnership is a fantastic addition to our growing podcast show portfolio.”
Simon Pitts, Group CEO of Global, said: “Global Studios will be the ultimate home for standout, video-first podcast shows, a place where creators can grow and brands can connect at scale. With world-class production, unrivalled distribution, and the full strength of Global’s marketing and commercial engine behind it, we’re building a launchpad for the next generation of media brands. From household names to rising stars, our ambition is to create and partner with shows that shape culture, unlocking growth for creators, advertisers and audiences alike.”
Callum Airey (Calfreezy), CEO & Co-Founder at The Fellas Studios, said: “I’m extremely proud of what The Fellas Studios has achieved in such a short time. Our partnership with Global will further strengthen and expand what we can deliver to the market. Their expertise and experience perfectly complement our strengths as we continue to scale and enhance our offerings. The future of this space is incredibly exciting, and with Global sharing our ambition and drive, we are confident about what lies ahead.”
Josh Larkin (The Burnt Chip), Chief Creative Officer & Co-Founder at The Fellas Studios, said: “We started The Fellas Studios a few years ago with a simple idea, and we’re incredibly proud of how it has grown into one of the UK’s leading podcast production houses. Partnering with Global gives us the scale, resources, and expertise to take our work to the next level. They’re the perfect partner to help us reach bigger audiences, support our talent, and continue building on what we’ve achieved.”
Since launching podcasts alongside its radio brands, Global has expanded ‘The Agents’ brand with The News Agents, The Sports Agents, and The Crime Agents. Comedy and entertainment hits include Vogue & Amber, LuAnna and My Therapist Ghosted Me, as well as podcasts from some of the best-loved radio brands including Capital Breakfast’s After The Show, Show, and LBC’s Full Disclosure with James O’Brien.
About Global Media & Entertainment Limited
Global is one of the world’s leading Media & Entertainment groups. With a huge weekly reach, it is the UK and Europe’s largest Radio & Outdoor company.
Global is home to respected, national, market leading media brands including Capital, Heart, Classic FM, LBC, Global’s Newsroom, Smooth, Radio X, Capital XTRA and Gold Radio.
Global Player, the official app for all our brands, is at the core of Global’s content, allowing listeners to enjoy all of Global’s brand content, both audio and video, as well as award-winning podcasts, and expertly-curated playlists, in one place in app, web and smart speakers.
With an extensive and diverse portfolio, Global is also the leading Outdoor company in the UK & one of the largest in Europe with over 235,000 sites reaching 95% of the UK population.
On-air, on Global Player and with our outdoor platforms combined, Global reaches 51 million individuals across the UK every week, including 29 million on the radio alone.
Global created and operates DAX, the market leader in digital audio advertising. Through its proprietary technology, DAX connects advertisers with an audience of more than 130 million people worldwide, inserting targeted advertising into music streaming services, connected radio listening and podcasts, and operates a pioneering platform in programmatic outdoor advertising.
The company headquarters is in London’s iconic Leicester Square. Ashley Tabor-King CBE is Founder & Executive President, Simon Pitts is Group CEO, Stephen Miron is Chairman and James Rea is Chief Broadcasting and Content Officer. Ashley Tabor-King created Global in 2007.
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