Trevor Noah to Host New Podcast on Spotify

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South African comedian Trevor Noah has signed with Spotify to host a new podcast scheduled to debut later this year. The streaming giant aims to captivate its audience of over 100 million podcast listeners with engaging storytelling from one of the world’s most brilliant and distinctive voices.

Trevor Noah Joins Spotify as a Podcaster

Trevor Noah, known for his outstanding wit and humor, has joined Spotify to host an all-new podcast. The podcast will feature conversations with some of the most intriguing personalities on the planet. Spotify aims to revamp its podcast programming after parting ways with Meghan Markle, whose podcast “Archetypes with Meghan” reportedly failed to meet productivity targets.

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Trevor Noah’s Partnership with Spotify

Spotify unveiled their partnership with Trevor Noah at a beach event in Cannes, amidst the ongoing Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity. According to the UK’s Telegraph newspaper, Spotify signed the deal with Trevor Noah to revamp their podcast programming after parting ways with the Sussexes on a bitter note.

The New Podcast by Trevor Noah

Noah’s trademark humor and razor-sharp wit will be showcased in the weekly podcast, along with his global perspective, offering a fresh take on the most captivating and topical issues of the moment. The podcast promises to be a delightful listening experience, combining humor and thought-provoking conversations with global personalities.

Spotify’s Statement on the Partnership

Spotify’s VP and Head of Global Podcast Studios, Julie McNamara, expressed her excitement about the partnership. She said, “We are excited to collaborate with Trevor to create an original podcast that seamlessly combines his unique humor, insightful commentary, and consummate interview skills on a global scale.”

Trevor Noah’s Excitement about the Partnership

Noah expressed his excitement about joining Spotify for this new adventure, saying, “It’s really exciting to be joining Spotify on a fun new adventure where we’ll engage in interesting and meaningful conversations with some of the world’s most fascinating people.” He also added a touch of humor, saying, “We’ll also probably fix every single issue humankind has ever faced, so you definitely want to join us for every episode.”

As we await the launch of Trevor Noah’s podcast on Spotify, it is evident that the platform recognizes the potential of engaging content and diverse voices to captivate listeners worldwide. With this partnership, both Spotify and Trevor Noah embark on a new journey, exploring the world of podcasting and bringing captivating stories to millions of ears around the globe.

Emma Botha is a Cape Town-based journalist who chronicles the city’s shifting social-justice landscape for the Mail & Guardian, tracing stories from Parliament floor to Khayelitsha kitchen tables. Born and raised on the slopes of Devil’s Peak, she still hikes Lion’s Head before deadline days to remind herself why the mountain and the Mother City will always be her compass.

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