Archive for June, 2007

Beat the Summer Re-Run Blues with PodShow’s Fresh Summer Line-up; Flagship Show Port City PD Returns With All New Episodes

Thursday, June 28th, 2007

Port City PD
–It’s More Hot Cops and Cool Nights with the Much Anticipated Season Finale and a Whole New Season of Sizzling Police Drama, Port City PD—

SAN FRANCISCO, (June 28, 2007) – PodShow, the fast growing digital multiplatform media network which allows its users to play, collect, share and create millions of hours of serialized programming and music, today announced a killer summer programming schedule featuring the long awaited season finale of the number one online police drama series, Port City P.D.. Only on PodShow, get the complete first season of “PCPD” which combines Hollywood veterans, cameos from the hottest new music stars plus a riveting season finale that will leave you hungry for what’s next! And get ready – the second season of PCPD is scheduled to launch July 27, 2007.
“Our audiences want more entertainment and we’re giving it to them,” said Ron Bloom, PodShow CEO and Co founder. “We created the summer season line-up with fresh content from our hit shows and new releases that we think our audiences are going to love. There is no reason audiences should have to settle for re-runs when we have such great content available in every possible category!”

Breaking the traditional media system, PodShow is releasing a fresh line up of programming featuring some of the hottest shows and new hits which can all be downloaded for free on any PC or portable device. Joining the line-up are all-new episodes of over 10,000 PodShows, including Geek Brief TV, The Weakest Beat, The Dawn and Drew Show, TeXtra and John C. Dvorak’s Tech5. PCPD continues to captivate audiences with the award winning editing and cinematic quality that has become synonymous with the show. Each 15 minute episode in Season Two will deliver a spellbinding storyline that follows detective Alex Dekker, played by Shaun O’Rourke (Butchered, Sightlines), and his partner, Detective Williams played by Raymond Shepard (One Tree Hill, Cabin Fever 2: Spring Fever), through a climactic series of events – continuing on from where Season One left off.

“The excitement around the first season of Port City P.D. has created a huge demand for the re-release of the full Season One,” said Adam Curry, PodShow President and Co founder and host of the Daily Source Code. “We’re making it available free as a package complete with the season’s most exciting episode that’s sure to leave you breathless for the second season [that’s now in production].”

Download the complete Season One for free at portcitypd.podshow.com and pcpdipod.podshow.com and subscribe to Season Two in advance. To learn more about this show and interact with fans of this show and others, register at www.podshow.com and add Port City P.D. to your collection.

PodShow, the premier social media community, is the only network providing single-click access to the best in new media in audio, video, podcasts, and music to be delivered to your computer, iPod, mobile device or television.

About PodShow, Inc.
PodShowâ„¢ is the #1 new media network, addressing a global audience of tens-of-millions, comprising PodShow+, PodShow Network, PodShowPDN, Podcast Alley, indiePodder and the Podsafe Music Network. PodShow+ makes independently produced media more accessible to an audience of tens-of-millions, providing resources for producers, and enabling marketers to take part in the digital media explosion. PodShow Productions produces serialized content and specials in audio and video for the PodShow Network. BTPodShow.com is a co-branded service from PodShow LTD in partnership with BT, enabling consumers in the UK and Ireland to create, connect and share their content on the PodShow network. PodShowTV is a version of the PodShow Network developed specifically for television viewing audiences, distributed through products like AMD Live! CastBlaster Software enables thousands of producers to create and distribute audio podcasts and other productions on the windows platform. The PodShowPDNâ„¢ is the first high-performance content delivery network meeting the specific needs of podcasting, delivering a comprehensive creation, production, and delivery and monetization solution for independent producers and mainstream media companies. In every way, PodShow has greatly simplified the production experience for artists and listeners around the world. PodShow is a privately held company, backed by leading venture capital firms Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers, Sequoia Capital, Sherpalo Ventures and DAG Ventures. For more on PodShow, visit:
http://www.podshow.com, and for all queries visit:
http://www.podshow.com/contactus.html.

PodShow, PodShow+, Podsafe Music Network, Podcast Alley, and PodShowPDN are trademarks of PodShow, Inc. theShow! is a trademark of PodShow UK LTD. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Adam Curry on Bloomberg TV’s “Night Talk”

Tuesday, June 26th, 2007

NEW YORK, (JUNE 14) Recently, PodShow President Adam Curry appeared on the Bloomberg TV program “Night Talk”. Here it is again in its entirety.

PodShow Leaps Into the Top 40 sites on comScore Media Metrix

Tuesday, June 19th, 2007

SAN FRANCISCO, (JUNE 18) PodShow, the fast growing digital multiplatform entertainment network which allows its users to play, collect, share and create millions of hours of serialized audio, video and music, has shown dramatic growth over the past three months, according to a new report issued by comScore Media Metrix®. As reported, PodShow is up 124% through the end of May in addition to a 92% jump from April to May to place #35 overall in entertainment/multimedia sites and #30 in music sites.

According to comScore Media Metrix reporting, PodShow had 1,372,000 unique visitors for the month of May, up 92% from April’s number of 690,000, which was up 16% from the March number of 592,000. Prior to March, PodShow’s traffic was not reported by comScore. This traffic is in addition to the millions of audio and video downloads through the site and via other distribution outlets such as Apple’s iTunes.

“PodShow’s entertainment properties have built huge audiences across the net. We are now beginning to see similar traction occurring with PodShow.com,” commented PodShow CEO and Co founder Ron Bloom. “People are using the power of PodShow.com to help them to discover great entertainment, personalize their entertainment choices, play or download entire channels, and share their collections with everyone.”

“As the internet gets increasingly crowded with average content, audiences are looking for ways to find great entertainment, manage their media, and to join in the show,” adds PodShow President and Co founder, Adam Curry. “PodShow is becoming the place for audiences who are hungry for quality entertainment whenever and wherever they want it.”

comScore, Inc. is a global leader in measuring the digital world. This capability is based on a massive, global cross-section of more than 2 million consumers who have given comScore permission to confidentially capture their browsing and transaction behaviour, including online and offline purchasing. For more information, please visit www.comscore.com.

About PodShow, Inc.
PodShow, the premier social media community, is the only network providing single-click access to the best in new media in audio, video, podcasts, and music to be delivered to your computer, iPod, mobile device or television. Addressing a global audience of tens-of-millions, PodShow Inc. is comprised of PodShow+, PodShow Network, PodShowPDN, Podcast Alley, indiePodder and the Podsafe Music Network. PodShow+ makes independently produced media more accessible to an audience of tens-of-millions, providing resources for producers, and enabling marketers to take part in the digital media explosion. PodShow Productions produces serialized content and specials in audio and video for the PodShow Network. BTPodShow.com is a co-branded service from PodShow LTD in partnership with BT, enabling consumers in the UK and Ireland to create, connect and share their content on the PodShow network. PodShowTV is a version of the PodShow Network developed specifically for television viewing audiences, distributed through products like AMD Live! CastBlaster Software enables thousands of producers to create and distribute audio podcasts and other productions on the windows platform. The PodShowPDNâ„¢ is the first high-performance content delivery network meeting the specific needs of podcasting, delivering a comprehensive creation, production, and delivery and monetization solution for independent producers and mainstream media companies. In every way, PodShow has greatly simplified the production experience for artists and listeners around the world. PodShow is a privately held company, backed by leading venture capital firms Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers, Sequoia Capital, Sherpalo Ventures and DAG Ventures. For more on PodShow, visit:
http://www.podshow.com, and for all queries visit:
http://www.podshow.com/contactus.html.

PodShow, PodShow+, Podsafe Music Network, Podcast Alley, and PodShowPDN are trademarks of PodShow, Inc. theShow! is a trademark of PodShow UK LTD. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Grammy Winner Ziggy Marley Debuts on PodShow With New Music Release and In- Depth Interview ‘Double-Play’

Wednesday, June 6th, 2007

ARTIST OFFERS FREE MUSIC LICENSE TO PODCASTERS THROUGH PODSHOW’S PODCAST MUSIC NETWORK

‘Eventually, music will be free … I think that’s a good way to do it,’ he says

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SAN FRANCISCO, (June 6, 2007) – PodShow, the #1 New Media Network, announced today that music superstar Ziggy Marley has released the single “Into the Groove” from his second solo album Love is My Religion, on the Podsafe Music Network (PMN), supporting the release with a rare, in-depth interview with PodShow power couple, Dawn and Drew. With this release on the PMN, Marley is enabling thousands of podcasters to play the track on their shows for free, supporting the free licensing of music to the podcasting community and creating millions of ’spins’ with audiences around the globe.

In conjunction with the release, Marley granted an exclusive interview on PodShow’s award winning daily show, the Dawn and Drew Show. In the interview, Marley elaborated on his vision of the future of the music business. “Close in the future…music’s gonna be free. I make music at home…I don’t need a big expensive marketing budget. Touring is the way to make money with music today.” PodShow’s PMN has already revolutionized how music is used in online programming. The company’s approach fits Marley’s philosophy, enabling podcasters to freely use his mix in their shows; a relationship that benefits the show producer, the artist… and, above all, the fans.

“Ziggy is a rare combination of musical talent and industry vision,”‘ said PodShow CEO and Co founder Ron Bloom. “He is one of a new breed of artists who are blazing a trail and finding innovative ways to reach their fans and new audiences outside the traditional label system. Producers and fans love having him on the SHOW!”

“Ziggy’s interview with Dawn and Drew adds an extra element to his music,” added Adam Curry, President and Co founder of PodShow. “Releasing his material to be shared by podcasters with audiences worldwide is a huge endorsement for our Network. I am very appreciative of Dawn and Drew, as well as the Marley family for adding their magic to PodShow and the PMN.”

By releasing his music on PodShow’s PMN, Marley’s hit will be available for podcasters to use free and legally, simply for reporting their use. This free-use license is revolutionizing the music industry by enabling artists to get literally millions of spins, or plays, often far exceeding the exposure they could get on traditional radio. The PMN has become the destination for artists, labels and producers seeking to go beyond the traditional system to connect with their fans. The network features songs that range from legends such as James Brown to new superstars such as Death Cab for Cutie and has supplied music to over 10,000 shows.

Click http://dawnanddrew.podshow.com to hear the interview now. Audiences can listen to Ziggy Marley’s song, “Into the Groove” for free at PodShow.com/Music (http://www.podshow.com/music/?artist_id=10087). The PMN can be found at http://music.podshow.com. Shows featuring PodSafe music can be found at www.podshow.com/music.

The Podsafe Music Network, (PMN) is the leading site for discovery of music from new and legendary artists. Experiencing over 250 millions spins in its first 12 months, the PMN features music from thousands of artists ranging from the newest independent artists to the hottest pop stars to the legendary masters of soul; streamed music available to any PodShow user; an archive of music providing tools for musicians and podcasters; and a platform to create, promote and sell tracks for up and coming artists looking to gain a larger audience.

PodShow, the premier social media community, is the only network providing single-click access to the best in new media in audio, video, podcasts, and music to be delivered to your computer, iPod, mobile device or television.

About PodShow, Inc.
PodShowâ„¢ is the #1 new media network, addressing a global audience of tens-of-millions, comprising the PodShow Network (www.podshow.com), PodShowPDN, Podcast Alley, indiePodder and the Podsafe Music Network. PodShow+ makes independently produced media more accessible to an audience of tens-of-millions, providing resources for producers, and enabling marketers to take part in the digital media explosion. PodShow Productions produces serialized content and specials in audio and video for the PodShow Network. BTPodShow.com is a co-branded service from PodShow LTD in partnership with BT, enabling consumers in the UK and Ireland to create, connect and share their content on the PodShow network. PodShowTV is a version of the PodShow Network developed specifically for television viewing audiences, distributed through products like AMD Live! CastBlaster Software enables thousands of producers to create and distribute audio podcasts and other productions on the windows platform. The PodShowPDNâ„¢ is the first high-performance content delivery network meeting the specific needs of podcasting, delivering a comprehensive creation, production, and delivery and monetization solution for independent producers and mainstream media companies. In every way, PodShow has greatly simplified the production experience for artists and listeners around the world. PodShow is a privately held company, backed by leading venture capital firms Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers, Sequoia Capital, Sherpalo Ventures and DAG Ventures. For more on PodShow, visit:
http://www.podshow.com, and for all queries visit:
http://www.podshow.com/contactus.html.

PodShow, PodShow+, Podsafe Music Network, Podcast Alley, and PodShowPDN are trademarks of PodShow, Inc. theShow! is a trademark of PodShow UK LTD. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.