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Radio: Live On Air and Everywhere

On April 15, NPR and Edison Research released a comprehensive report exploring the increasingly important role radio is playing in Americans' lives. The report covers the latest trends in radio listening and offers a deep dive into the listening behavior of six unique radio audience segments.
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The 2020 Spoken Word Audio Report

In a webinar on October 13, NPR and Edison Research shared the 2020 Spoken Word Audio Report. The report examined how listening behavior has changed during COVID-19 and explored the forces driving an increase in spoken word listening year over year.
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NPR Podcast Report

As an early podcast pioneer and leading podcast publisher today, NPR believes sharing knowledge lifts all boats and benefits the entire industry. In this semiannual report, NPR shares learnings from audience research and analytics on all things podcast. The Winter 2021 release includes trends NPR is seeing in overall audience, podcast promotion strategies with impact, and effective approaches to sponsor messages.
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The Smart Audio Report

The Smart Audio Report from NPR and Edison Research is a recurring study on trends in smart speaker ownership and voice assistant user behavior. Since its first release in 2017, the Report has revealed trends in smart speaker adoption and usage, and insight into how voice technology is shaping consumer attitudes and behaviors.
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May 2021

A New Normal: NPR Listeners & Travel in 2021

With widespread vaccine rollouts, the prospect of “getting away” grows more attractive for NPR’s audience. In fact, nearly half of NPR listeners expect to get back to vacation travel by this summer.

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May 2021

Top Takeaways from NPR at the IAB Podcast Upfront

Explore the top five takeaways from NPR’s presentation at this year’s IAB Podcast Upfront. Plus, re-watch the full session in case you missed it.

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May 2021

Gina Garrubbo: From Sales Assistant to Legendary Media Leader

Watch Gina Garrubbo’s recent Leaders & Legends conversation with Jack Myers of MediaVillage for an engaging conversation about her career journey and leadership.

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April 2021

NPR Radio Listeners Are More Loyal Than Ever

Looking at new Fall 2020 broadcast ratings, NPR's radio audience is on the rise once again. Learn the latest about NPR broadcast listenership, which is up 13% from Spring 2020.

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April 2021

NPR Sponsorship Drives Impact for Remote Work Tool Brands

Remote tools help many continue their careers from home. Learn how tech brands piloting these software grew recognition as leaders through NPR sponsorship.

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March 2021

NPR Sponsorship Impact Among IT Decision Makers

NPR listeners are more likely than average to be involved in decision-making at work. Two technology brands saw an impact among IT decision makers by sponsoring NPR podcasts.

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