Quill Podcast Awards 2026

Nominations open April 7th

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Recognizing top creators
and podcast companies

The Quill Podcast Awards are a yearly digital awards ceremony running since 2021 to celebrate the achievements of podcasters and podcast companies.

Since its inception, the awards have expanded to include categories to recognize the work of the creators and companies across the industry.

The Quill Podcast Awards celebrate those who have made a positive impact in the space, become leaders in their niche, and created outstanding content.

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How it works

Nominations occur through a blend of public nominations and judging by industry experts.
Nominations Open: April 7th

Fill out the nomination form once voting opens. This is limited to one vote per person.

Nominations Close: April 20th

Once voting has closed, the 5 nominees with the most votes per category will move onto the Finalist Voting round.

Finalist Voting Opens: April 30th

Vote for your favorite finalist once over the week-long voting period.

Finalist Voting Closes: May 8th

After voting closes, the top 3 finalists per category will be passed onto our judges.

Final Winners Announced: May 28th

The judges will select a winner from the top 3 nominees per category.

Eligibility

The Quill Podcast Awards are free to enter and open to everyone. You do not need to be the creator/owner of a podcast to nominate.

Podcasts can be finalists in up to two categories. If nominated in more, the two categories with the highest amount of nominations will advance.

Podcasts must be active for at least 6 months. For “Best New Podcast,” your show will need to have published at least 6 episodes.

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2025 Quill Podcast Awards Winners

Podcast of The Year

Well, I Laughed

Best New Podcast

Executive Wins

Branded Podcast of the Year

Just Good Business

Best B2C Branded Podcast

Exness Born to Trade Podcast

Best B2B Branded Podcast

Yes, We Are Open

Most Creative Branded Podcast

Jenny Says So

Best Society & Culture Podcast

National Treasure Hunt

Best Business Podcast

Shift

Best Comedy Podcast

The Neurotic Vaccine

Best Tech Podcast

Blueprint for Growth: Innovation in Housing

Best Science & Medicine Podcast

The Good Clean Nutrition Podcast

Best Health & Wellness Podcast

The Good Clean Nutrition Podcast

Best Video Podcast

Crafty Brewers: Tales Behind Craft Beer

Best True Crime Podcast

Crook County