Acast, the world’s leading independent podcast company, today announces the grand opening of its new UK headquarters in the heart of London’s Old Street. The state-of-the-art facility is designed to be the ultimate home for podcasters and advertisers, as well as Acast’s 100-strong UK-based team.

The new London HQ boasts a ground floor designed exclusively for creators, featuring four cutting-edge multimedia studios equipped for both audio and video production, including state-of-the-art cameras for large-scale video podcasts as well as a photographic studio with infinity wall. The studios will serve Acast’s rich network of UK podcasters which includes The Fellas, Off Menu, Katherine Ryan and Help! I Sexted My Boss as well as every major UK news publisher. Acast’s in-house brand team has infused the space with a warm, inviting atmosphere, complete with stunning murals and a living wall, creating a welcoming, home-like environment.

“This is a real moment for the UK podcasting community,” said Josh Woodhouse, Managing Director for Acast UK & Ireland. “We’ve designed a space with the aim of fostering real creativity between creators, advertisers and our own team. By bringing everyone together under one roof – our home – we aim to accelerate even more innovative and impactful podcasts and advertising campaigns that fully embrace audio, video and beyond.”

A highlight of the headquarters is its commitment to nurturing new talent. In collaboration with Amazon Music, one of the studios will be named the Amazon Music Studio, and will be available for free to emerging and brand new creators – providing them with access to professional-grade cameras, microphones and resources to launch and support their podcasting journey.

“The team at Amazon Music and I are delighted to close this year by further collaborating with Acast,” said Megan Bradshaw, Amazon Music’s Head of Podcasts EU, ANZ, IN. “In addition to Amazon Music’s ad-free offering with Acast, our new studio aims to invest in our companies’ shared vision around elevating podcast creators, and making the medium more accessible to all.”

“This is our biggest ever investment in creators, with a real focus on the omnichannel future of podcasting. Creators will work alongside us in a shared space, designed to foster true collaboration and creativity,” said Sam Shetabi, Acast’s Executive Content Director, UK. “Our new London headquarters is a testament to our commitment to empowering podcasters and advertisers, and driving the industry forward.”

Key Features of Acast’s New London HQ:

• Creator-First Design: Dedicated ground floor exclusively for creators, fostering a sense of community and collaboration.
• State-of-the-Art Studios: Four multimedia studios equipped for audio and video production, including setups for large-scale video podcasts. Broadcast solutions provider CVP is Acast’s technology partner, with microphones from audio technology specialists Lewitt and iconic imaging giant Canon providing all visual tech.
• Homely Atmosphere: Thoughtful interior design with living walls, comfortable furnishings, and inspiring murals.
• Amazon Music Studio: One studio available for free to small and new creators.
• Collaboration Hub: Designed to bring podcasters and advertisers together to create innovative campaigns.

The space was officially opened on Thursday last week with creators including Adam Buxton, Pete Wicks and Elizabeth Day attending the launch party.