Joe Rogan's podcast has come under fire because of misinformation claims. This has pushed two major artists to remove their content and Spotify to improve its service as people put pressure on brands to prioritise evidence-based, trustworthy content amid an overabundance of fake news.

From the roar of a stadium crowd to the chatter of strangers on a bus, the everyday sounds we hear have been greatly limited by COVID-19. Canvas8 spoke to Dr. Salomé Voegelin, the author of Sonic Possible Worlds, about how the loss of accidental sounds may be adding to our sense of isolation.

Already gaining steam pre-pandemic, podcast listening has greatly accelerated, giving rise to ‘heavy’ podcast listeners who tune in multiple times a week. Aside from being passionate about audio, this group is also receptive to in-podcast ads, creating opportunities for brands to get their message heard.

Limited real-life interactions in lockdown have led many people to seek out online communications that allow for deeper, more intimate connections. Audio offers a welcome break from screen-based social media, but how can brands best harness this medium to stand out?