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Taylor Swift is now a podcasting influencer

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I hope all you East Coasters had a cozy nor’easter. By the time the snow stopped this morning and I tried to take my baby outside for some winter frolicking, it had already turned to slush. He doesn’t know the difference, but I am bummed!

Today, we’re looking at layoffs at SiriusXM, a new podcast deal for Meghan Markle, and how the “Swift Effect” made Travis Kelce’s podcast a top 10 hit. But first, one more programming announcement for Hot Pod Summit!

SiriusXM and The Trade Desk are coming to Hot Pod Summit

One thing we keep hearing from readers and Hot Pod Summit attendees is a desire to understand what on earth is going on with…

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