Awards shows do not fail because of a single bad decision. They fail because of accumulated ones. The 2026 Ambies, presented by the Podcast Academy, arrived carrying weight that had
Written in partnership by Recognized.fm and SoundsDebatable.com On January 16, 2026, John Lee Dumas of Entrepreneurs on Fire hosted the 2026 Podcast Hall of Fame ceremony, which was a relatively intimate affair, unlike the elaborate red
This month we’re particularly focused on connecting with film guild representatives as we head into peak awards season. If you run an award organization or know one doing interesting work, reply to this
Welcome to Recognized — a new publication exploring the systems, stories, and strategies behind awards and recognition. Behind the Awards: Coming Soon We’ve received comments from and spoken to many of the
The Setup: An Attempt to Modernize, But With Strings Attached In May 2025, the post-HFPA Golden Globes now under Penske Media ownership announced the inaugural “Best Podcast” category for the
The Recognition & Awards Industry Glossary is a comprehensive resource for key terms and terminology used in the recognition, awards, and honors space across every major category — including arts,
