The Golden Globes is adding a new category to its awards slate, honoring the Best Podcast of the year.

This new annual category, debuting as part of the 83rd annual event on Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026, is a landmark inclusion for the Golden Globes by recognizing the extraordinary and diverse talents in podcasting. The medium has experienced seismic growth: Luminate, the entertainment industry’s preeminent data and insights company, expects global audiences across audio and video podcasts to exceed 600 million in 2026.

Following an immensely successful 2025 show, hosted by Nikki Glaser, the Globes continue to demonstrates their unwavering commitment to providing a platform to the full spectrum of entertainment, while reflecting today’s audiences and consumption behavior around the world.

“As the world of entertainment continues to evolve, we are excited to recognize new forms of storytelling,” said Golden Globes president Helen Hoehne. “Podcasts have emerged as a profound medium for sharing narratives and building communities across global borders and generations. By celebrating achievements in both audio and visual podcasts, we aim to honor our heritage categories while making room for new voices and formats to be heard.”

The newly added podcast category marks another progressive step by the Golden Globes to adapt to contemporary entertainment trends and audience interests. The 83rd Golden Globes will include a salute to podcasts that have made a significant impact over the past year, celebrating the creativity and influence of creators worldwide.

The top 25 podcasts will qualify for the award with a total of six final nominations for the category. Comprehensive eligibility criteria and additional details about Best Podcast will be announced in the coming weeks.

As a premier entertainment awards show since 1944, the annual Golden Globes has honored achievements in both television and film. Over the last three decades, the Golden Globes has enabled donations of more than $55 million to entertainment-related charities including scholarship programs, film restoration projects and humanitarian efforts. This funding has also supported diverse programs in partnership with advocacy groups aimed at promoting greater access in Hollywood for underserved communities.

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