"Called The Timbre Awards, the program will be dedicated to public affairs, democracy, and mission-driven podcasting. The organization states the goal as " elevating understanding, and contributing positively to public discourse." Four key criteria will factor into the bestowal of awards: Impact - measurable influence on public understanding or civic outcomes Accuracy - commitment to fact-based reporting and responsible storytelling Audience Trust - credibility built through transparency and consistency Educational Value - content that helps listeners learn, not just react"
"The pitch to sponsors is based on an alignment with civic engagement, public education, and "responsible media." Sponsorships offer visibility across the entire awards process, and the pitch also includes "opportunities to align their brands directly with high-credibility content and trusted audiences. Five award categores will be in play, each with everal specific awards: Best Content of the YearCategories: Best Narrative Podcast, Best Interview Podcast, Best Educational/Informative Podcast, Best Limited Series"
"Most Creative of the YearCategories: Outstanding Use of Sound & Music, Best Writing/Script, Most Visually Engaging Podcast, Best Cover Art, Innovation in Public Affairs Podcasting Most Impactful of the YearCategories: Best Advocacy Podcast, Best Public Policy Podcast, Best Member-Engagement Podcast, Most Impactful Episode, Best Non-Profit Podcast, Best New Public Affairs Podcast Host of the YearCategories: Best Co-Hosts, Best Interviewer, Best Narrator Podcast of the Year Each category "Best-in-Class" winner will automatically compete for the overall Podcast of the Year award"
Voxtopica launched The Timbre Awards, a program dedicated to public affairs, democracy, and mission-driven podcasting, with the goal " elevating understanding, and contributing positively to public discourse." Four award criteria will determine winners: Impact (measurable influence on public understanding or civic outcomes), Accuracy (commitment to fact-based reporting and responsible storytelling), Audience Trust (credibility built through transparency and consistency), and Educational Value (content that helps listeners learn, not just react). The sponsorship pitch emphasizes alignment with civic engagement, public education, and "responsible media," offering visibility across the awards process and brand alignment with trusted audiences. Awards will recognize content, creativity, impact, hosts, and an overall Podcast of the Year. Submissions opened today, deadline April 3; early submission discount available through March 6.
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