Today at its Spring Loaded event, Apple introduced Podcasts Subscriptions. Starting in May, people in more than 170 countries and regions will be able to sign up for premium subscriptions to their favorite podcasts. Initially, premium subscriptions will include Tenderfoot TV, Pushkin Industries, Radiotopia from PRX, QCODE, NPR, the LA Times, The Athletic, Sony Music Entertainment, and more. Also from May, Apple Podcasts will get channels, which are groups of shows curated by creators. A redesigned Apple Podcasts app arrives with iOS 14.5, with an enhanced Search tab that gives you quick access to Top Charts and categories.

Source: The Nation April 20, 2021 18:00 UTC