Station is pleased to announce an integration with Spotify Open Access that will allow users with Station subscriptions to access their paid content seamlessly on Spotify.

Station, a new podcast community platform, joins Spotify in the quest to scale distribution of podcasts, while supporting creators and fostering innovation in the industry. Spotify Open Access streamlines the process for listeners to unlock their premium subscriptions wherever and however they listen.

We are excited to announce that Tanner Campbell’s Practical Stoicism, a show dedicated to bring Stoic philosophy into everyday life, is already leveraging the new functionality. Listeners of Practical Stoicism can now conveniently access its premium feed on both Spotify and Station, eliminating the need to manage multiple subscriptions. To explore Practical Stoicism on Station, visit station.page/stoicism.

Key Highlights:

Unified Subscriptions: Subscribers of Station can now conveniently access their premium Station subscription content on both Spotify and Station at no additional cost.

Streamlined Listener Experience: The Open Access integration ensures that fans have more flexibility in how they choose to listen, discover, and enjoy podcasts and other exclusive content.

Creator-Centric Approach: The integration reduces friction for creators who wish to share their content across platforms helping to expand audiences and drive engagement.

Enabling Greater Audio Freedom

This integration makes subscription-based content more accessible. By reducing barriers for listeners and ensuring the content experience is uniform, both Spotify and Station aim to empower creators to reach existing fans and attract new ones.

“Station has long believed that bonus content should be widely accessible and creator-friendly,” added Cam Pritchard, CEO at Station. “Our integration with Spotify Open Access signifies a major step toward simplifying listener access while supporting the vibrant creator community. We look forward to seeing how this partnership helps more people deepen their relationship with their favorite shows, podcasts, and audio experiences.”

How It Works: Subscription Verification: Existing Station subscribers can link their Station and Spotify accounts providing a seamless crossover listening experience. Once verified, subscribers immediately gain access to premium content on both platforms without needing separate logins.

Availability: The integration is rolling out globally in the coming weeks. Users can log into their Station or Spotify accounts to activate cross-platform access. 

About Station: Station is a new community platform for podcasts, designed to help creators reach listeners directly and efficiently join community events, ask hosts questions, unlock exclusive content, and access promotional offers mentioned on their favorite shows.

On the heels of 2024’s historic election season that placed podcasts at the forefront of the national conversation, Station is proud to announce the launch of its platform designed to revolutionize how podcasts and their audiences interact. Positioned as the “Discord for Podcasts,” Station empowers creators and fans alike to build vibrant, engaged communities — no paywalls required.

Today, the podcast-listener dynamic mirror the one-way communication of a TV anchor speaking to a passive audience, limiting the potential for meaningful connection. While platforms like Patreon and Substack offer some level of interaction, their pay-to-play model often alienates connections to their wider fan base.

Station reimagines this relationship with a fully open, interactive platform where fans can engage with episodes, ask hosts questions, unlock exclusive content, and access promotional offers mentioned on their favorite shows.

“At Station, we’re building the future of media experiences,” said Cam Pritchard, Founder and CEO of Station. “Our mission is to connect content creators with their audiences in more dynamic ways and help fans feel closer to the shows and communities they love.”

For podcast creators, Station is a game-changer. With AI powered tools, shows can launch fully customized community pages in seconds, with no upfront costs. These pages act as hubs for engagement, enabling creators to build newsletter lists, host events, run contests, and offer supplemental content. And that’s just the beginning. Station is developing a robust suite of monetization tools to help podcasts grow sustainably and profitably, to be announced in Q2 2025.

“The days of podcasts simply speaking into the void are over,” added Pritchard. “Station speeds up the feedback loop, enabling creators to grow their businesses and craft better listener experiences.”

Already, Station is making wave in the podcasting world. The platform is partnering with chart-topping shows like New Heights with Travis and Jason Kelce, helping them build highly engaged communities three times the size of the duo’s existing Reddit group.

With its innovative approach, Station is poised to redefine podcasting for the modern era. Fans can now choose three favorite “Stations” and join dynamic conversations, bridging the gap between listening and participation. For creators, it’s a free, powerful way to transform audiences into thriving communities.

Station is live now and ready to bring fans and podcasts closer together than ever before. To gain early access to to your favorite stations and join the journey, visit the website.

About Station

Station is a revolutionary platform designed to connect podcasts with their audiences. By fostering engagement and community, Station empowers creators to grow their brands and monetize more effectively while giving fans unprecedented access to the shows they love.