Apple Music
Mentioned in 53 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
A major music streaming platform that competes with Spotify by enabling artists to reach listeners directly while distributing mechanical and performance royalties. The service has become a significant topic in podcast discussions due to its sponsorship of high-profile events like the Super Bowl 60 halftime show, its role in the modern music industry's shift away from traditional gatekeepers, and features like curated playlists and yearly listening analytics that engage users. Apple Music is also referenced as a podcast hosting platform and distribution channel for both music and audio content.
Mentioned On
Episode Mentions
Get Played · Apr 13, 2026
Get Played in Japan + Devon Torrey Bryant Returns
“Streaming service mentioned for accessing Japanese music playlists from the 1970s”
Joe and Jada · Apr 8, 2026
The Real Report - Sheff G on life behind bars, meeting Donald Trump, releasing a track with Nipsey Hussle, and meeting Pop Smoke
“Streaming service mentioned as distribution platform for artist music”
Business Wars · Apr 8, 2026
Spotify vs Apple Music | Dehumanizer | 2
“Apple's music streaming service launched in 2015 as strategic component of broader content subscription ecosystem”
America First with Nicholas J. Fuentes Repost · Apr 7, 2026
IRAN WAR DAY 38: Trump Threatens TO DESTROY IRAN... AGAIN??? | America First Ep. 1668
“Platform that froze Kanye West's earnings during his cancellation period”
Drink Champs · Mar 27, 2026
Episode 494 w/ Ray Daniels
“Larry Jackson's deal with Apple influenced by Ray's 'Dear White Execs' letter; mentioned as platform for music distribution”
Frugal Friends Podcast · Mar 27, 2026
YOU'RE SLEEPING ON THE LIBRARY: 21 Ways to Use the Library
“Music subscription service mentioned as paid alternative to library music access through Hoopla”
New Rory & MAL · Mar 26, 2026
Episode 472 | Hovpocrisy
“Streaming platform mentioned alongside Kendrick Lamar support and payola accusations”
Morbid · Mar 23, 2026
The Kidnapping of Charlie Lindbergh (Part 2)
“Mentioned as platform where listeners want the Rewatcher theme song by Andrew McMahon to be available.”
New Rory & MAL · Mar 19, 2026
Episode 469 | Ray Daniels
“Streaming service discussed as competitor to Tidal; mentioned in exclusive deal wars”
New Rory & MAL · Mar 10, 2026
Episode 465 | Domaniacs
“Platform where Ebro's show relocated; discussed for podcast and music content distribution”
All Songs Considered · Mar 3, 2026
All Songs Considered: Even more songs to calm the nerves
“Streaming platform hosting the 'Songs to Calm the Nerves' playlist curated by the show”
In Your Dreams with Owen Thiele · Feb 20, 2026
I’m having sex dreams with Eli
“Music streaming service where Eli tracks her listening habits through yearly replay feature”
On with Kara Swisher · Feb 16, 2026
Scott Galloway: How to Hit Trump Where it Hurts (Unsubscribe)
“Galloway unsubscribed from Apple Music; easier to cancel than other Apple services due to available alternatives”
The Read · Feb 12, 2026
The Tale of The Bridesmaid and The Rodent
“Presented the Super Bowl halftime show featuring Bad Bunny”
Throughline · Feb 12, 2026
How Bad Bunny took Puerto Rican independence mainstream
“Hosted the Super Bowl 60 Halftime Show where Bad Bunny performed primarily in Spanish, sparking political controversy.”
The Ebro, Laura, Rosenberg Show · Feb 11, 2026
34.) Investigations Into Bad Bunny, Flights Grounded In El Paso, + Old Studio V. New Studio (2/11/26)
“Hosted Super Bowl halftime show featuring Bad Bunny that became subject of political controversy”
The Ebro, Laura, Rosenberg Show · Feb 10, 2026
33.) Addressing The Bad Bunny Hate + First Thoughts On J. Cole Album (2/10/26)
“Mentioned as sponsor of recent Super Bowl halftime shows, with inflated viewership numbers attributed to streaming platform metrics”
Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris · Feb 9, 2026
Travis Bolt's Outlaw Country Rise: Indie Success Through Perseverance
“Streaming platform included in Travis's multi-platform music distribution strategy”
The Bill Simmons Podcast · Feb 9, 2026
Seattle Spanks the Patriots, Drake Maye’s Mystery Stinker, and Parent Corner With Cousin Sal
“Music streaming service with executive Zane Lowe mentioned in halftime show context”
The Joe Budden Podcast · Feb 7, 2026
Episode 901 | "Loser Sibling"
“Referenced as platform where LaRussell's 40+ album catalog is available, highlighting streaming distribution”
The Ebro, Laura, Rosenberg Show · Feb 5, 2026
30.) Shaboozey's GRAMMY Speech, More Epstein Conspiracies, + Ebro at the Super Bowl (2/5/26)
“Sponsoring Super Bowl 60 halftime show featuring Bad Bunny”
The Ebro, Laura, Rosenberg Show · Feb 3, 2026
28.) Don Lemon Opens Up On Arrest + Lil Wayne’s BIG Super Bowl Plans (2/3/26)
“Mentioned as superior alternative to Spotify with better features and playlist functionality”
The Ebro, Laura, Rosenberg Show · Feb 2, 2026
27.) GRAMMY Talk, Nicki Unravels, + Texas Special Election (2/2/26)
“Hosts Versus concert event in partnership with Apple; mentioned as platform for music streaming and discovery”
SmartLess · Feb 2, 2026
"Charli xcx"
“Referenced as platform where listeners check lyrics when they can't understand song enunciation”
The Daily · Feb 1, 2026
The Sunday Daily: Bad Bunny Takes Over America
“Streaming platform enabling Bad Bunny's direct-to-listener distribution model; co-branded Super Bowl halftime show trailer”
The Daily · Feb 1, 2026
The Sunday Daily: Bad Bunny Takes Over America.
“Streaming service mentioned as key platform enabling artists to bypass traditional music industry gatekeepers”
The Ebro, Laura, Rosenberg Show · Jan 30, 2026
26.) Friday Freedom, Nicki at the White House + Family Matters (1/30/26)
“Ebro mentioned opening Apple Music studios in Los Angeles in August and traveling frequently for content production”
Drink Champs · Jan 30, 2026
Episode 488 w/ The Drink Champs Family!
“Mentioned as providing payment and promotion for Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime performance”
The Ebro, Laura, Rosenberg Show · Jan 29, 2026
25.) Hard Work and Effort, MAGA Minaj + New Studio (1/29/26)
“Music streaming platform; hosts the 'Versus' show that Ebro is working on”
The Lonely Island and Seth Meyers Podcast · Jan 28, 2026
Listener Q&A Episode 11 aka Snow Day
“Mentioned as alternative to Spotify for music discovery; discussed algorithm preferences for song vs. album results”
Tony Mantor's : Almost Live..... Nashville · Jan 27, 2026
Tristan Tritt: His Musical Journey from Country Roots to Rock Music
“Secondary streaming platform for music distribution alongside Spotify”
Million Dollaz Worth Of Game · Jan 26, 2026
FREDO BANG- MILLION DOLLAZ WORTH OF GAME EPISODE 363
“Streaming platform where listeners can find Million Dollaz Worth of Game episodes”
The Ebro, Laura, Rosenberg Show · Jan 23, 2026
21.) Ebro Vs. Rosenberg + Yahya Abdul-Mateen II From Marvel's "Wonder Man" (1/23/26)
“Platform that covered ASAP Rocky interview without crediting Ebro, contributing to perceived disrespect during departure”
The Ebro, Laura, Rosenberg Show · Jan 22, 2026
20.) Ebro Vs. Everyone, Patreon Launch, + Vince Staples Show Cancelled (1/22/26)
“Ebro hosts daily live radio show at 3pm featuring music curation and live record blending on the platform”
The Ebro, Laura, Rosenberg Show · Jan 21, 2026
19.) Snow Storm Coming, Patreon Launch, + Repenting Before Death (1/21/26)
“Platform hosting ASAP Rocky interview discussing Sweden detention and Trump administration impact”
The Ebro, Laura, Rosenberg Show · Jan 20, 2026
18.) Don Lemon Streaming From Church + New A$AP Rocky (1/20/26)
“Platform where Ebro conducted interview with A$AP Rocky and hosted French Montana and Max project showcase”
Drink Champs · Jan 16, 2026
Episode 486 w/ Turk
“Streaming service where Turk's album charted on iTunes; discussed as revenue source for independent artists”
Race Chaser with Alaska & Willam · Jan 16, 2026
HOT GOSS #326 ”Women Of Their Word, Memeiversary, and Throwing Balls at Strangers” (w/ Kennedy Ann Scott)
“Hosted Lady Gaga's secret Mayhem Requiem concert at the Wiltern in Los Angeles”
9to5Mac Daily · Jan 15, 2026
Apple Card drama, Apple’s AI servers
The Ebro, Laura, Rosenberg Show · Jan 15, 2026
15.) Verizon Crash, ICE Lies, + New J Cole Coming (1/15/26)
“Partnering with F1 racing and hosting events; Ebro conducting interviews as part of Apple Music deal”
The Economics of Everyday Things · Jan 8, 2026
3. My Sharona
“Streaming platform that pays mechanical and performance royalties for 'My Sharona' plays”
Tech Won't Save Us · Jan 1, 2026
How Spotify Remade the Music Industry w/ Liz Pelly [Replay]
“Competing music streaming service mentioned as alternative to Spotify”
Million Dollaz Worth Of Game · Dec 29, 2025
THE LOX & IT'S THE REAL - MILLION DOLLAZ WORTH OF GAME EPISODE 358
“Mentioned as distribution platform where podcast episodes are available”
The Digital Executive · Dec 23, 2025
Ola Sars on Building the Global Music Platform for Business | Ep1175
“Beats Music (co-founded by Sars) was acquired by Apple for $3B and transformed into Apple Music”
The Joe Budden Podcast · Dec 17, 2025
Episode 887 | "Not My Humblest Day"
“Music platform where albums chart; discussed regarding real-time ranking volatility”
The Indie Sound with Jimmy Star · Dec 14, 2025
The Indie Sound With Jimmy Star - ShanDaria
“The Indie Sound with Jimmy Star podcast ranks #2 on Apple Music Podcasts platform”
R&B Money · Dec 10, 2025
Jacob Latimore
“DSP where major label relationships with executives like Larry Jackson influence playlist placement and promotion”
The Joe Budden Podcast · Dec 6, 2025
Episode 884 | "The Top Package"
“Platform where Roddy Rich's Navy album was delisted, raising questions about label strategy and artist relations”
R&B Money · Apr 23, 2025
Podcast Recap
“Music streaming service Tank subscribes to for music consumption and analysis”
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-Dreyfus · Dec 4, 2024
Julia Gets Wise with Patti LaBelle
“Mentioned alongside Spotify as modern music streaming service Julia struggles to navigate”