New Heights Podcast Made Golden Globes Shortlist
The hit show has been named among 30 podcasts eligible for the upcoming Golden Globes award.
Updated on Oct. 6, 2026 in Pop
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The New Heights podcast has secured a spot on the 2027 Golden Globes eligibility shortlist for the Best Podcast category. The show is one of 30 podcasts selected based on audience reach and revenue metrics.
Why it matters
The Golden Globes continues to expand its reach into digital media by recognizing top-performing audio content. This recognition highlights the growing influence of independent podcasting within prestigious entertainment awards.
Luminate selected the 30 podcasts for the eligibility list using quantitative data on audience reach, listener engagement, revenue, and chart performance. These shows now must submit themselves for formal consideration by the voting body.
The players
New Heights
This podcast is a popular show that has been included in the 2027 Golden Globes eligibility shortlist.
Luminate
This data and insights company assessed various metrics to select the podcasts eligible for the award.
Conan O'Brien Needs A Friend
This is a competing podcast that also secured a spot on the Golden Globes eligibility shortlist.
Las Culturistas
This show is one of the 30 podcasts vying for recognition in the Golden Globes Best Podcast category.
Matt and Shane's Secret Podcast
This podcast is featured among the contenders for the second annual Golden Globes podcast award.
The details
New Heights faces stiff competition against other major shows including Conan O'Brien Needs A Friend, Las Culturistas, and Matt and Shane's Secret Podcast. Good Hang with Amy Poehler previously received the inaugural Best Podcast award from the Golden Globes.
Timeline
January 10, 2027: The Golden Globes will present the second Best Podcast award.
Industry Dynamics
The inclusion of New Heights marks a continuation of the trend established by the inaugural Golden Globes Best Podcast award won by Good Hang with Amy Poehler. This reflects the broader shift in Hollywood to treat high-performing podcasts as essential mainstream entertainment.
Fans can continue to listen to New Heights on their preferred streaming platforms as the show moves through the awards process. No changes to access or subscription requirements are expected as a result of this nomination shortlist.
The takeaway
The recognition of popular podcasts by major award bodies underscores how audio entertainment has captured a massive, dedicated audience. Listeners can follow the awards season to see if their favorite shows gain further industry accolades.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by The Times of India.
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