Member Features

Imran Ahmed is the founder of Great Pods, the podcast discovery platform built on critic transparency. With over 15 years in the audio industry, including nearly eight years at TuneIn, he has spent his career at the intersection of podcasting, discovery, and editorial judgment. Before building Great Pods, Imran hosted one of the first South Asian podcast shows, interviewing emerging comedians and entertainers including Hasan Minhaj and Sugar Sammy. Great Pods features 6,300+ expert critic reviews from 132 active critics across 50+ publications, covering 14,000+ podcasts, and has served 300,000+ listeners organically with zero paid advertising. Backed by the USC Greif Incubator.

Andreea Coscai is a podcast audience development strategist who believes in the power of authentic, multicultural storytelling to bridge borders. She specializes in taking podcasts from concept to success, including shows that have reached 500k plays in their launch season. She has been a judge for The Webbys, The Signal Awards, The Ambies and The International Women Podcast Awards. She is the co-founder and Head of Growth at PodVision and the founder of Eurowaves, the go-to European podcasting newsletter.

Kira Dineen, MS, LCGC, has over a decade of podcast experience fueled by a passion for science communication. She is the Founder of Gene Pool Media, the science podcast network, and has hosted and/or produced 10 podcasts. Her flagship show, DNA Today, is in the top 1% of podcasts globally. Over the last 13 years, DNA Today has produced over 330 episodes with support from over 80 sponsors. Kira received her Bachelor's at the University of Connecticut and her Master's at Sarah Lawrence College, and is a practicing licensed certified genetic counselor.

In 2019, Aaron moved to Los Angeles and developed ADHx2, releasing H-Squad, which won the George Starks Spirit of Slamdance Award at the 2023 Slamdance Film Festival. When animation funding got tight, he pitched using an "audio only" proof-of-concept — so well received it became the creative foundation for Tales of Fists & Fireballs (TFF), an audio fiction anthology often called "anime for your ears." TFF won Best Fiction Podcast at the 2025 Ambies, defeating projects from Netflix, Amazon, iHeart Media, and Electronic Arts.

NaVell J. Lee is a veteran podcast host and interviewer with over two decades in internet radio and digital media. He is the creator and host of BuzzWorthy Radio ("The BUZZ"), where since 2007 he has conducted in-depth interviews with top talent across television, film, and pop culture. His guest roster includes Ben Stiller, Harrison Ford, Sheryl Lee Ralph, and many more. Lee has covered major industry events including the Daytime and Primetime Emmy Awards and San Diego Comic-Con.

Maddy Myer is a Los Angeles–based publicist, freelance writer, podcast host, and creative communications strategist specializing in entertainment, pop culture, and talent-driven storytelling. As a publicist, she leads client campaigns spanning red carpets, brand partnerships, and high-profile press placements. Alongside her PR work, Maddy is a freelance journalist for Teen Vogue and Sweety High. She holds a Master's degree in Public Relations & Advertising from USC Annenberg and is currently writing her first pilot.

Seltzer Kings is a story-driven podcast network and production studio based in Brooklyn, New York — built by kind, inclusive, hard-working people with curbed egos and a healthy sense of humor. The studio believes that great storytelling is at the heart of every meaningful podcast, and brings that philosophy to every project they touch.

Ana empowers podcasters to discover their full potential with strategic content that drives business growth, builds trust with ideal audiences, and creates endless opportunities. As founder of The Podcast Space, she has coached impact-driven women, minorities, and multilingual businesses to double listener engagement, secure sponsorships, and position themselves as industry leaders. Her expertise spans 15 years in podcasting, radio, and digital marketing across Portugal, London, and the U.S. In 2023, Ana earned the American Marketing Association Maverick Award (DFW Chapter). A frequent speaker and collaborator with global organizations like Riverside, Captivate, and Podcast Movement.

Charlotte Bayala is the creator and host of The Cancer Caregiver Podcast, a four-time award-winning show, and Caregiver Breathing Room, a short-form meditation podcast for caregivers. Charlotte has been a caregiver for her husband for 13 years. Six years ago, she started podcasting to speak honestly about the caregiver experience — creating the kind of support she wished had been easier to find. Through her shows, Charlotte offers honest conversations and grounded support for cancer caregivers navigating the emotional, physical, and logistical weight of care.

Stephanie Elie is a writer, producer, and content designer who builds stories, systems, and tools. She is the creator of the award-winning audio drama Alpha 8 and The Last Uprising, nominated at the 2026 LA WebFest. Stephanie is also the founder of TunedIn, an audio drama discovery app built to help listeners find their next favorite show. She is currently in production on Alpha 8 Season 2 and actively developing The Last Uprising for a production partner.