Maisie Adam to host British Podcast Awards 2025

The British Podcast Awards has today confirmed that comedian and podcaster Maisie Adam will host this year’s ceremony.

The 2025 event will take place on Thursday 2nd October at Indigo at The O2 in London, and marks the most ambitious edition of the awards to date. After two consecutive sell-out years at HERE at Outernet, the move to a larger venue reflects the growing scale and influence of the UK podcasting industry. With a record number of entries and new categories including Video Innovation, Education, and Lifestyle, this year’s awards will spotlight the full breadth of podcasting talent from across the UK.

Joining the celebration is award-winning comedian Maisie Adam, who will host the 2025 ceremony. Maisie is one of the most in-demand comedians in the UK, with TV credits including Live at the Apollo, Mock the Week, QI, and Have I Got News for You. She is also the co-host of Big Kick Energy, the popular football podcast she presents with Suzi Ruffell, which quickly built a dedicated following after launching in 2023.

Speaking about her role, Maisie Adam said:

“The British Podcast Awards are like the Oscars — if the Oscars were way funnier, had fewer dress codes, and no one slapped the host (hopefully!). It’s a brilliant celebration of the creativity, talent behind the storytelling and community that makes British podcasting so addictive. I’m buzzing to be part of it! I hope to see you there.”

Public voting is now open for the Listeners’ Choice Award, the only category decided entirely by podcast listeners. In 2024, fan-favourite Help I Sexted My Boss (Audio Always), hosted by Jordan North and William Hanson, won the coveted award, showcasing its enduring popularity among listeners. Voting is free and open now for the 2025 Awards at britishpodcastawards.com/voting.

Tickets for the awards ceremony are on sale now.