Airwave Signs Exclusive Deal with The Daily Blast from The New Republic

Airwave Signs Exclusive Deal with The Daily Blast from The New Republic

Airwave

March 13, 2026

March 13, 2026 – Airwave has signed an exclusive distribution, monetization, and marketing deal with The Daily Blast with Greg Sargent, the daily news and politics podcast from The New Republic.

Launched in 2024, The Daily Blast with Greg Sargent is the flagship podcast of The New Republic, one of the most respected news organizations in America since 1914.

By joining Airwave, The Daily Blast gains access to a full-service network dedicated to premium monetization, growth, and strategic support, while advertisers gain new opportunities to reach one of the most engaged audiences in the News & Politics category.

“The New Republic has been an unimpeachable political and journalistic institution for over 100 years, and The Daily Blast is one of the most popular and respected podcasts in the News & Politics category.” said Ben Mathis, Airwave CEO. “I am very proud to work with Greg and the team at TNR to take their podcast to new heights.”

The New Republic’s Bryan Groves commented: “The Daily Blast with Greg Sargent has become a cornerstone of The New Republic’s audio strategy. Greg’s ability to break down the day’s most urgent headlines is unmatched, and we are thrilled to partner with Airwave to expand the reach of this essential podcast.”

About Airwave
Airwave is a premium podcast network with over 180 podcasts and video channels totaling over 100 million listens and views per month. Airwave combines everything that podcasters love about being independent with all of the monetization, growth, strategic, and creative benefits of a podcast network.

About The Daily Blast with Greg Sargent
Every weekday, The New Republic’s Greg Sargent brings you a fresh way of thinking about the biggest political stories of the moment, offered up in an entertaining, information-packed conversation with a leading lawmaker, journalist, or newsmaker. The Daily Blast goes deep into the stories behind the headlines leading TNR and other news outlets—while making it fun and fast.

Contact Michael Moeri at michael@airwavemedia.com for more information.

Contact advertising@airwavemedia.com or heather@truenativemedia.com to advertise on The  Daily Blast.

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