Audacy Podcasts Partners For Sales/Distribution Of PAVE Studios Podcasts

Leading premium podcast network Audacy Podcasts announced a strategic partnership with PAVE Studios to manage ad sales and distribution for a wide range of original podcast titles from the media company’s Crime House and OpenMind brands. Audacy’s PAVE Studios slate will move to Audacy Podcasts starting on October 7, 2024.

PAVE Studios is setting the stage for a better way of producing, distributing and consuming the world’s greatest content, while empowering creators, simplifying content discovery, and fostering vibrant communities. Founded by Max Cutler, former VP, Head of Talk Creator Content and Partnerships at Spotify and founder of Parcast Studios, the recently launched media company is already collaborating with top creators to unveil an array of original content across video, audio books, live experiences, merchandise and more.

PAVE Studios is experiencing remarkable grown driving entirely by original content, already boasting millions of downloads with listeners increasing by more than 100 percent every month. This impressive momentum is reflected in their initial slate of original series from Crime House and OpenMind, which consistently chart on both Spotify and Apple. 

“PAVE Studio’s forward-thinking business model places storytellers at the forefront, offering enhanced monetization opportunities that drive more revenue back into their hands. We believe that when creators thrive, everyone wins,” said Max Cutler, Founder of PAVE Studios. “Our one-of-a-kind partnership with Audacy not only supports our creator-first strategy but also highlights our shared commitment to valuing creators above all else. Together, we’re paving the way for a new era of media that connects them with audiences in bold, new ways.”

“Max Cutler’s track record of success speaks for itself, and we have been truly impressed by the exceptional creativity and vision of PAVE Studios,” said Jenna Weiss-Berman, EVP, Audacy Podcasts. “This partnership aligns perfectly with Audacy’s path of growth and innovation across our podcast and overall digital platforms, positioning us to amplify their expanding slate of audio content and top creators, engaging both dedicated fans and new audiences alike.”

OpenMind powered PAVE Studios is a vibrant and dynamic, global community whose creators aim to inspire, educate, entertain, and empower listeners’ personal growth and well-being through meaningful conversations, uplifting stories, curiosity-inspired content and transformative experiences.

Audacy’s slate of OpenMind series includes:

“Health Hacks”: an original weekly video podcast hosted by fifteen-time New York Times bestselling author and leading Systems Medicine expert Mark Hyman, MD, on which he explores that art of living well and shares his unique perspectives on the latest health trends that impact on our well-being.

“Horoscope Weekly”: hosted by bestselling author and renowned celebrity astrologer Aliza Kelly, this weekly original series decodes the latest astrological trends and offers tailored forecasts across love, career, health, and more.

Additional OpenMind original series coming Q1 2025 with Jemma Sbeg (Host of The Psychology Of your 20’s, a Top Podcast Globally) as well as Ally Lewber (Vanderpumo Rules star and spiritual astrologer).

Crime House powered PAVE Studios is the ultimate destination that delves deep into the human psyche and explores the captivating world of true crime, delivering thought-provoking investigations, gripping narratives and immersive experiences like never before.

Former Spotify Exec And Parcast Studios Founder Max Cutler Launches New Media Company

Spotify’s former VP, Head of talk Creator Content and Partnerships, Parcast Studios Founder, and entrepreneur Max Cutler, announced the launch of his new media company PAVE Studios – positioned at the forefront of audio, video, books and entertainment, With a commitment to empowering creators and fostering connections through engaged communities, PAVE Studios will pave the way for a new era in media.

“In today’s media landscape, the convergence of formats is reshaping the way we consumer content. Storytellers who successfully engage audiences and create fandoms through written, audio, and video content have led the charge in cultivating their robust communities into diverse businesses,” said Cutler. “PAVE Studios will set the stage for a better way of producing, distributing and consuming the world’s greatest original content, all while empowering creators, simplifying content discovery, and fostering vibrant fan communities.”

Unlike many entertainment companies that pursue a broad content strategy, PAVE Studios is dedicated to building a unique ecosystem of genre-specific brands aimed at amplifying discoverability and super serving audiences with the content they want and love. Alongside top creators, each community will unveil an array of fresh, original content across audio, video, books, live experiences, merchandise and more. The media company will initially launch two new studios – OpenMind and Crime House – focused on Wellness and True Crime respectively, with plans to introduce additional brands in the future.

PAVE Studios is already collaborating with numerous creators to develop original content, with more announcements to be made soon. Confirmed creators include:

* Nicole Lapin (Instagram; TikTok): New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestselling author or Rich Bitch, Boss Bitch, Becoming Super Woman and Miss Independent. Lapin has been an anchor on CNN, CNBC and Bloomberg. She’s the founder of Money News Network, which is the home of her daily show Money Rehab with Nicole Lapin that reached #1 on Apple’s business charts.

* Mark Hyman, MD (Instagram; TikTok): Internationally-recognized Functional Medicine family physician and leader who’s fifteen-time New York Times best-selling author. Host of the leading health podcast, The Doctor’s Pharmacy, co founder and chief medical officer of Function Health, and medical contributor on CBS This Morning, Today, Good Morning America, The View, Fox and CNN.

* Ally Leuber (Instagram;TikTok): Vanderpump Rules star and spiritual astrologer dedicated to the complexities of the cosmic universe and empowering clients through natal astrology to foster self-live and acceptance.

* Jemma Sbeg (Instagram; TikTok): Australian podcaster best known for her self-help podcast, The Psychology of your 20s, where she tackles relevant topics for fellow-20 year olds such as impostor syndrome, hangiexty, situationships and the myth of the dream job. It was a Top 20 Podcast Globally last year and remains one of the top Mental Health and Self Help podcasts.

* Aliza Kelly (Instagram;TikTok): Renowned celebrity astrologer, bestselling author, and media host known for her regular column in New York Magazine’s The Cut and as the resident astrologer of Bumble. She’s appeared in numerous publications and TV shows, including Vogue, The New York Times, Today, E! and Jimmy Kimmel Live!

ABOUT OPENMIND:

OpenMind is a vibrant and dynamic, global community where you can ignite your mind, expand your horizons and nourish your soul. Through meaningful conversations, uplifting stories, curiosity-inspired content, and transformative experiences, we aim to inspire, educate, entertain, and empower your personal growth and well-being. This is where you can explore, learn, and connect with an array of content from purpose-driven creators and storytellers, including thought leaders, experts, visionaries, educators, change-makers, and more.

ABOUT CRIME HOUSE:

Crime House is your ultimate destination that delves deep into the human psyche and explores the captivating world of true crime. By collaborating with expert creators, we deliver ethical storytelling, thought-provoking investigations, gripping narratives and immersive experiences like never before. In a genre where reality is often stranger than fiction, this is where you go to uncover the mysteries and truth behind the headlines.

ABOUT MAX CUTLER:

Max Cutler is a multi-hyphenate entrepreneur best know for founding Parcast Studios and previously serving as Spotify’s VP, Head of Talk Creator Content and Partnerships, where he oversaw all top creators, including securing licensed deals on the platform with influential voices such as Alex Cooper, Emma Chamberlain, Markiplier, Brené Brown, and many more.
He also managed the partnership with The Joe Rogan Experience, which consistently ranks as the Top Global Podcast.

As the founder of Parcast, Cutler rapidly propelled the platform and podcast studio to international acclaim, leading to its acquisition by Spotify in an unprecedented +$100M deal in 2019. He has been recognized by numerous industry publications such as Fortune’s 40 under 40. Forbes 30 under 30, The Hollywood Reporter’s 35 Rising Executives Under 35, and their inaugural Most Powerful People in Podcasting list.