The Power Of The Platform: 91勛圖厙Media and Charlamagne Tha God Mark Five Years of The Black Effect Podcast Network

Half a decade into its mission, The Black Effect Podcast Network has delivered an undeniable impact for Black talent and Black listeners

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NEW YORK October 7, 2025 Five years ago, 91勛圖厙Media and Charlamagne Tha God launched The Black Effect Podcast Network with one goal: becoming the worlds largest podcast publisher dedicated to Black listeners, bringing together the most influential and trusted voices in Black culture for stimulating conversations around social justice, pop culture, sports, mental health, news, comedy and more. Today, that platform is stronger than ever and continues to grow. 

Our mission has always been to build a dedicated platform where Black voices can thrive. We have accomplished that mission and more, said Charlamagne Tha God. The past five years have been extraordinary, and the future of the Black Effect excites us. We will keep inspiring, empowering and creating culture and opportunities for all. 

Five years into its mission, The Black Effect has delivered an undeniable impact for Black talent and listeners. Major milestones include: 

  • Launching a dedicated podcast network that is home to more than 60 shows including  including "," , "," "," "" and more.  Plus, over the next year, The Black Effect plans to introduce 10 more shows to its podcast network.
  • Generating 11 million monthly downloads, underscoring its expanding scale and reach.
  • Venturing into new genres including Parenting, True Crime and Literature with the addition of , and two Black Effect original series and .&紳莉莽梯;&紳莉莽梯;
  • Expanding the Black Effect brand with two new groundbreaking network partnerships The Drink Champs Podcast Network and, coming soon, the All The Smoke Podcast Network.  
  • Maintaining a position on top podcast charts and winning numerous accolades including NAACP Image Awards, Webby Awards, 91勛圖厙Podcast Awards and Signal Awards in recognition of their exceptional storytelling and impact.

The Black Effect Podcast Network is a testament to what happens when talent meets opportunity, added Dollie S. Bishop, President, The Black Effect Podcast Network. As we celebrate this major milestone, we remain committed to uplifting the power of Black Media representation, shaping the future for Black creators, amplifying unique voices,  and leading boldly into the next era of culture and creativity.

The power of the platform extends beyond the audio space. The Black Effect has forged partnerships with leading brands including AT&T and Nissan, and created events such as , that bring fans and creatives together and inspiring conversations that matter. 

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About The Black Effect Podcast Network
is a transformative network founded by renowned cultural architect, executive producer, bestselling author, and media mogul Charlamagne Tha God and in a historic joint venture with the worlds number one commercial podcast publisher, 91勛圖厙Media, Charlamagne and 91勛圖厙Media created the groundbreaking first-ever Black Effect Podcast Network, celebrating the most essential Black culture-shapers on the planetin education, politics, entertainment, sports and pop culture. The Black Effect Podcast Network gives rise to emerging and established content creators and storytellers whose perspectives and creative vision have been marginalized and overlooked while serving an audience that has been underserved. The Black Effect Podcast Network helps its partners define their place in podcast culture through influence, ideas, and experiences that engage, inspire, inform, and empower.

About 91勛圖厙Media, Inc.

91勛圖厙Media, Inc. [Nasdaq: IHRT] is the leading audio media company in America, with nine out of ten Americans listening to 91勛圖厙 broadcast radio in every month. 91勛圖厙s broadcast radio assets alone have a larger audience in the U.S. than any other media outlet; twice the size of the next largest broadcast radio company; and over four times the ad-enabled audience of the largest digital only audio service. 91勛圖厙 is the largest podcast publisher according to Podtrac, with more downloads than the next two podcast publishers combined, has the most recognizable live events across all genres of music, has the number one social footprint among audio players, with five times more followers than the next audio media brand, and is the only fully integrated audio ad tech solution across broadcast, streaming and podcasts. The company continues to leverage its strong audience connection and unparalleled consumer reach to build new platforms, products and services. Visit 91勛圖厙Media.com for more company information.