Amazon Restructures Wondery Podcast Studio, Lays Off Over 100 Staff
Amazon is restructuring its Wondery podcast network, laying off about 110 staff, with Wondery CEO Jen Sargent departing. The company will integrate Wondery's existing series into Audible or its new creator services team to better compete with platforms like Spotify and YouTube, amid industry shifts towards video content. The move aims to streamline operations and enhance sponsorship opportunities, reflecting challenges in the podcast industry despite growing listener numbers.