Signal Awards

Signal Awards

Signal Awards
Awarded forExcellence in podcasts
CountryUnited States
Presented bySignal Awards
First awardJanuary 10, 2023; 3 years ago (2023-01-10)
Websitewww.signalaward.com

The Signal Awards are a U.S.-based set of awards for podcasts from around the world, established in 2022. They are awarded by the Signal Academy.

History

The Signal Awards were founded by the organizers of the Webby Awards, including CEO David-Michel Davies. The awards were launched in May 2022, with the inaugural judging panel including Anna Hossnieh – executive producer, iHeartRadio; Michael Gluckstadt – director of podcast content, HBO Max; Trevor McNeal – global social lead, podcasts at Amazon Music; Ray Chao – general manager of audio, Vox Media; and Rae Votta – global editorial and publishing podcasts, Netflix.[1] The 2022 awards attracted close to 1700 entries, with the finalists being announced in December 2022,[2] and the winners on 10 January 2023.[3][4]

In 2023, there were close to 2000 entries submitted, and over 130,000 members of the public cast their votes for the Listener's Choice award.[5] The winners of the second edition of the awards were announced on 10 October 2023,[6] A party celebrating the winners was held on October 23 reception at The Bowery, New York City.[5]

In 2024, the finalists for the 3rd Annual Signal Awards were announced on 2 October 2024, when audience voting opened. The finalists were announced on October 29, with the celebration party held in Brooklyn on November 12.[7][8]

For the 2025 awards, there were over 385,000 votes cast by more than 127,000 voters for the Listener’s Choice awards: an increase of 126 per cent on 2024. Creators and submissions came from around the world, including from the UK, Australia, Canada, Germany, and Qatar, with the winners announced on 14 October 2025.[9] The judging academy included On Purpose host Jay Shetty; Radiolab co-host Latif Nasser; and Hysterical host Dan Taberski, as well as a number of industry leaders.[10]

Description

The awards were created for podcasts in order to show the medium's potential and uplift the podcast industry.[4] They aim to be as prestigious for the podcasting industry as the Academy Awards are for the film industry,[11] and attract entries from around the world.[9][12][13]

The award-granting process includes a stage in which the public initially votes for podcasts and consideration by the Signal Academy,[5][14] which is composed of major contributors to the podcasting field.[15] Audio projects that are eligible for the awards can come from any type of creator, including students.[16] Podcasts often campaign for votes after nomination.[17]

As of July 2026 four types of entries are accepted: Shows: Limited Series & Special; Individual Episodes; and Brand Storytelling. Within each type, there are multiple categories of awards.[18][19] Within each category, multiple types of awards are granted, including the Listeners' Choice Award and Gold, Silver, and Bronze Awards.[8][20] Podcasts and members of the podcasting community may also get special achievement awards from the organization.[21]

New awards introduced in 2026 include new for History, Tech, True Crime Documentaries, Best Application of Emerging Technology, Relationships, Love and Dating shows, Travel podcasts, Mental Health podcasts, podcasts by "Solopreneurs" and Podcast Agency of the Year.[19]

Winners

Well-known recipients of Signal Awards include:

References

  1. ^ Rosario, Alexandra Del (March 30, 2022). "Webbys Executives Launch Inaugural Signal Awards To Honor Excellence In Podcasting". Deadline. Archived from the original on March 9, 2024. Retrieved July 31, 2026.
  2. ^ "Here Are The Finalists For The 2022 Signal Awards". Podcast Business Journal. December 6, 2022. Archived from the original on May 20, 2026. Retrieved July 31, 2026.
  3. ^ "Dark Woods Wins Inaugural Signal Award". Wolf Entertainment. January 12, 2023. Retrieved July 31, 2026.
  4. ^ a b "Signal Podcast Awards: HBO Max, Netflix Among Inaugural Winners". The Hollywood Reporter. January 10, 2023. Archived from the original on December 29, 2023. Retrieved November 24, 2024.
  5. ^ a b c d e f "Signal Awards: Oprah, Michelle Obama, Jon Stewart Among Winners of Podcast Honors (Exclusive)". The Hollywood Reporter. October 10, 2023. Archived from the original on February 28, 2024.
  6. ^ "The 2nd Annual Signal Awards Winners Announced!". Signal Awards. October 10, 2023. Retrieved July 31, 2026.
  7. ^ Oller, Jacob (October 2, 2024). "Exclusive: 2024 Signal Awards announce finalists for the best podcasts in all the land". AV Club. Archived from the original on July 25, 2025. Retrieved August 2, 2026.
  8. ^ a b c d e "Signal Awards 2024 Winners: Trevor Noah, Anderson Cooper, Kara Swisher Take Top Podcast Honors". The Wrap. October 29, 2024. Archived from the original on November 24, 2024.
  9. ^ a b "Signal Awards Crown 2025 Winners, Honoring the Podcasts and Creators Defining Culture". Podnews. October 14, 2025. Archived from the original on November 10, 2025. Retrieved July 31, 2026.
  10. ^ "CREATOR: The Podcast Wins 2025 Signal Awards Gold". Cision PR Newswire. October 21, 2025. Archived from the original on October 21, 2025. Retrieved July 31, 2026.
  11. ^ "'Gladiator II' and 'Wicked' Battle for Perfect Timing". LA Magazine. November 15, 2024. Archived from the original on November 26, 2024. Retrieved December 4, 2024.
  12. ^ "Two Signal Awards for Impact Studios". RES Hub. October 27, 2025. Archived from the original on November 18, 2025. Retrieved August 2, 2026.
  13. ^ "Monash's "What Happens Next?" podcast wins gold and bronze in new global awards". Monash University. January 11, 2023. Archived from the original on August 17, 2023. Retrieved August 2, 2026.
  14. ^ Dudley, Joshua (December 16, 2022). "Q And A With The Signal Awards Managing Director About The Future Of The First Year Podcast Awards Platform". Forbes. Archived from the original on December 29, 2023. Retrieved December 4, 2024.
  15. ^ "About the Signal Awards". Archived from the original on October 6, 2024.
  16. ^ "Podcast Created by a New School Team of Students, Alumni, Faculty and Staff Named a Finalist in the 2022 Signal Awards". Archived from the original on July 30, 2024.
  17. ^ "Vote for Behind the Money in the Signal Awards!". FT.
  18. ^ "Signal Awards: Categories". Archived from the original on May 12, 2026. Retrieved July 31, 2026.
  19. ^ a b "Signal Awards Add New Categories As Entries Open For 2026". Insideradio.com. March 25, 2026. Retrieved August 2, 2026.
  20. ^ "Signal Awards: Winner Resources". Archived from the original on May 12, 2026. Retrieved December 4, 2024.
  21. ^ "Anderson Cooper, Trixie and Katya, and Questlove lead 2024 Signal Award winners". The AV Club.

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