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    The podcast industry continues to evolve rapidly, with over 5 million active podcasts globally and an estimated 464.7 million listeners worldwide. Major platforms like Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music compete for market share, while independent creators and established media companies produce content across genres ranging from true crime to comedy, news, and educational programming.

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    Since the term 'podcast' was coined in 2004, combining 'iPod' and 'broadcast', the medium has transformed from a niche hobby into a mainstream form of entertainment and education. The industry's growth was catalysed by breakthrough shows like 'Serial' in 2014, which demonstrated the potential for high-quality audio storytelling to capture global audiences. This evolution has been marked by technological advances in recording equipment, hosting platforms, and distribution networks.

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