HT Smartcast won at Global Media Awards hosted by INMA

HT Smartcast won in the “Best Use of Audio” category at the Global Media Awards hosted by International News Media Association (INMA). 

The INMA Global Media Awards competition rewards outstanding achievements by news brands, their use of media platforms, subscriptions, business development, and data and insights. INMA revealed 58 first-place winners across 20 categories aimed at identifying innovation and best practices. HT Smartcast was one of the 644 entries from 212 news media companies across the world.

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HT Smartcast offers an immersive online audio experience to consumers through podcasts, laced with authentic storytelling, likeable hosts, and fresh insights on different topics. HT Smartcast has created top-notch production quality content available to all free of cost. It has evangelized the podcasting category through marketing campaigns and created a robust website to showcase their catalogue.

Ramesh Menon, CEO at Fever FM, HT Media Ltd. said, “The idea behind launching HT Smartcast was to expand the geographical footprint of the content we had as well as to ensure we cater to the changes in consumers’ audio consumption habits that’s becoming more on-demand. Consumers are readily accepting our shows, which is visible via our increasing listenership, demand for fresh genres and new seasons for existing shows. When passion for a new business meets perseverance, consistency, and resilience, some awards come your way too!" 

By circumventing traditional channels and curating podcasts on a wide range of topics covered by different HT Media Group’s businesses - Mint, Hindustan Times, livehindustan, Fever FM, Radio Nasha, Radio One and Health Shots - HT Smartcast is the perfect one-stop podcast destination for millennials who want to be in control of their experiences. 

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The audio content offered by HT Smartcast is comprehensive and short, a perfect companion to your daily commutes and busy routines. In less than 2 years, HT Smartcast has transformed from an idea to 150+ podcasts, 2000+ episodes, 40+ partners and 6 million+ monthly active listeners.

All HT Smartcast productions are easily accessible on major streaming platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Youtube, Spotify, JioSaavn, Gaana, Kuku FM, Pratilipi FM, Hubhopper and more.