Podcasters are taking over the globe — the Golden Globes, to be exact.
The annual awards ceremony honoring the best in film and television will introduce a new category for the best podcast of the year, the organization announced on May 7.
The best podcast award will debut at January’s 2026 Golden Globes, hosted by Nikki Glaser, and consist of six nominees. According to the group, the category will recognize podcasts “that have made a significant impact over the past year,” and “the top 25 podcasts will qualify.” More detailed information about the eligibility requirements was not immediately available, and the Golden Globes said further details will be announced in the coming weeks.
In 2024, Spotify said “The Joe Rogan Experience” was the year’s most popular podcast on its platform in the United States, followed by Alex Cooper’s “Call Her Daddy” and Theo Von’s “This Past Weekend.”
This marks the third new category to be introduced at the Golden Globe Awards since 2024. The Globes described the move as part of its effort to give a “platform to the full spectrum of entertainment,” while Golden Globes president Helen Hoehne said, “As the world of entertainment continues to evolve, we are excited to recognize new forms of storytelling.”
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Hoehne continued, “Podcasts have emerged as a profound medium for sharing narratives and building communities across global borders and generations. By celebrating achievements in both audio and visual podcasts, we aim to honor our heritage categories while making room for new voices and formats to be heard.”
The Golden Globes previously introduced a pair of new awards in 2024, including for cinematic and box office achievement. This category is meant to honor the year’s biggest blockbuster movies, which grossed at least $150 million at the worldwide box office. In the award’s inaugural year, the winner was “Barbie,” while “Wicked” took the prize in 2025. Winners of the box office achievement category are still eligible for other awards, including best picture.
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Starting in 2024, a new award for best stand-up comedy special was also introduced. Comedian Ricky Gervais won the award that year, while Ali Wong received it in January.
Glaser is returning as host of the 2026 Golden Globes after making her debut as emcee in January. The event is scheduled for Jan. 11, 2026.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Golden Globes best podcast award announced: What to know
