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Threads’ new features let podcasters promote shows and reach listeners

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: TechCrunch

What happened

Threads is rolling out new tools for podcasters, including profile cards, episode links, transcripts, guest tags, posting reminders, and audience insights, as Meta looks to make the X rival a bigger hub for podcast promotion and discussion.

Key facts

  • Reported by TechCrunch and published Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:24:58 UTC.

Why it matters

Platform, chip and AI decisions set the terms other companies have to build on, so a single announcement here tends to ripple through products, supply chains and regulation.

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  2. Threads leans even further into podcasts with transcripts, analytics and more

  3. Threads’ new features let podcasters promote shows and reach listeners

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