Rain News

Rain News (RAIN News) is a digital publication covering the intersection of traditional radio, streaming audio, and the podcast industry. Founded in 1999 by Kurt Hanson, founder of AccuRadio, it has evolved from a radio-focused outlet into a broader source of news, data analysis, and commentary on podcasting and digital audio. Current editor Brad Hill leads coverage that includes daily news posts, industry data reports, and guest columns.

The publication reports on podcast hosting, distribution, advertising, and audience metrics, with regular coverage of companies such as Libsyn, iHeartMedia, Spotify, Podtrac, Magellan AI, and YouTube's podcast initiatives. It publishes recurring features like "RAIN Notes" roundups and analyses of monthly advertiser and audience ranking data. The site also covers adjacent topics such as recorded music industry revenue, AI's impact on audio and radio, and vertical drama content.

Rain News serves podcast professionals, radio broadcasters, advertisers, and other industry stakeholders seeking information on trends and developments in audio media. Its core offering includes the RAIN Daily Digest newsletter, a curated compilation of industry news and original analysis distributed to readers. The company has also organized industry events, including the Podcast Business Summit and Podcast Business Library, for professional education and networking.