Presenting The 2022 CrowdUltra Podcast Awards
Since CrowdUltra is focused on connecting crowds to bring everyone closer together, they’ve formed the CrowdUltra Awards to celebrate the best of all things with a crowd.
For those who don’t know, CrowdUltra is
part free all-in-one event and audience interaction app, part ticketing platform, and part social network.
The CrowdUltra Awards features
over 100 categories among segments they provide value to including events, podcasting, event talent, and event planning.
They have now narrowed down the CrowdUltra Podcast Awards category winners for 2022. The award winners stood out among the rest and should be celebrated
for the quality of their work. Those selected were determined by a mix of submitted nominations along with our expert panel’s assessment on a multitude of considerations
including quality, community, and uniqueness. See who was selected and learn about them below.
The 2022 CrowdUltra Podcast Awards Feature:
Best Podcast - The Tim Dillon Show
Description:
Tim Dillon is a comedian and tour guide. He’s very excited to give you a tour of the end of the world. Each week from a porch in Los Angeles he shares apocalyptic visions with his friends and berates a local diner.
Best Podcaster - Luis J. Gomez
Description:
Aside from being a hilariously talented comedian, Luis J. Gomez is also a legendary podcaster, podcast network owner, and pioneer in the space. While some may view this as outrageous, it is without doubt true that Luis has had an equal or more significant impact on the world of podcasting and comedy podcasts as Joe Rogan. He started Legion of Skanks with Big Jay Oakerson and Dave Smith over a decade ago, which has been one of the biggest comedy podcasts in the world the whole time. Legion of Skanks is known for being the most offensive and hilarious podcast in the world, and this goes without debate. Gomez has also hosted the Real Ass Podcast with his co-host Zac Amico for almost as long. RAP can be seen as an evolution of what the Joe Rogan Experience was when Rogan was doing it with his hilarious friends in his house without grasping how many people were listening. Luis has also been hosting an MMA podcast in some capacity for over a decade. He started with Hammerfisting with Dave Smith, then moved on to hosting Believe You Me with UFC legend Michael Bisping, and has recently started hosting Yo! MMA Wrap with Dave Smith in the past year.
Best Podcast Guest - Louis C.K.
Description:
Louis C.K. is a comedian, writer, and actor who was the former star of the cable television show Louie.
Best Podcast Network - GaS Digital Network
Description:
Conceptualized in 2016 by friends and podcast professionals Luis J. Gomez and Ralph Sutton, we aim to provide the most interesting and unique content available on the internet. Broadcasting from our studio in New York City’s multicultural East Village we are redefining how people consume media and raising the bar as to what creators and viewers alike can expect from an independent network. Our content is cutting edge, uncensored, and above all else EXCELLENT!
Best Podcast Production Company - Resonate Recordings
Description:
Resonate Recordings are a collective of audio, creative branding, and podcasting professionals who are committed to making podcasting easier for you. They are trained and educated to use innovative technology to help you create a quality podcast that represents your unique creative expression so it will resonate with your listeners.
Best Audience Interaction Podcast - Are You Garbage?
Description:
Comedians H. Foley and Kevin Ryan are self proclaimed GARBAGE. Each week a guest gets put to the test to determine if they are in fact ”GARBAGE” as well. It’s like a trashy audience interaction game show.
Best Action Sports Podcast - The Nine Club
Description:
The Nine Club is the show that has skaters talking. Each weekly episode hosted by Chris Roberts with co-hosts Jeron Wilson and Kelly Hart invite you into conversations with professional skateboarders, musicians, actors and artists that share a common passion for skateboarding.
Best Alcoholic Beverage Podcast - We Might Be Drunk
Description:
We Might Be Drunk is a podcast Mark Normand and Sam Morril have been hosting for a little over a year now and has become one of the most popular comedy podcasts with a six-figure audience. They discuss comedy, road stories, pet peeves, and recommendations while having a drink or two. Every episode typically features a different drink they indulge in and they even include recipes for the drink they are enjoying on the episode, encouraging the audience to make themselves one as they join in on the conversation.
Best Arts Podcast - Talk Art
Description:
Actor Russell Tovey and gallerist Robert Diament host Talk Art, a podcast dedicated to the world of art featuring exclusive interviews with leading artists, curators & gallerists, and even occasionally their talented friends from other industries like acting, music and journalism. Listen in to explore the magic of art and why it connects us all in such fantastic ways.
Best Baseball Podcast - The Compound
Description:
Ian Happ, of the Chicago Cubs, and teammates Dakota Mekkes and Zack Short share their MLB experiences, baseball life, and interview guests on The Compound, part of Jomboy Media.
Best Basketball Podcast - All The Smoke
Description:
Matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson dish on the latest news and drama from on and off the court without boundaries.
Best Business Podcast - How I Built This with Guy Raz
Description:
Guy Raz interviews the world’s best-known entrepreneurs to learn how they built their iconic brands. How I Built This is a master-class on innovation, creativity, leadership and how to navigate challenges of all kinds.
Best Cars / Motor Sports Podcast - The Smoking Tire
Description:
Matt Farah and Zack Klapman sit down with automotive icons, pro drivers, comedians and other friends to discuss automotive industry news, racing, projects and whatever else comes to mind.
Best Charity / Non-Profit Podcast - Nonprofit Lowdown
Description:
This is Nonprofit Lowdown where I review and recommend the best ideas, resources, tools, tricks and tips to run your nonprofit like a pro!
Best Comedy Podcast - Legion of Skanks
Description:
Stand up comedians and real-life best friends Big Jay Oakerson, Luis J. Gomez, and Dave Smith host their weekly "podcast party" from The Stand NYC where they discuss anything and everything in a hilarious and extremely uncensored way.
Best Culture / Society Podcast - Freakonomics Radio
Description:
Discover the hidden side of everything with Stephen J. Dubner, co-author of the Freakonomics books. Each week, Freakonomics Radio tells you things you always thought you knew (but didn’t) and things you never thought you wanted to know (but do) — from the economics of sleep to how to become great at just about anything. Dubner speaks with Nobel laureates and provocateurs, intellectuals and entrepreneurs, and various other underachievers.
Best Education Podcast - Impact Theory
Description:
Impact Theory is a business and mindset-focused interview show that will teach anyone aspiring to greatness the secrets to success. The show is hosted by Tom Bilyeu - a serial entrepreneur and co-founder of the #2 Inc. 500 company Quest Nutrition and former host of the viral hit Youtube series Inside Quest (viewed over 100,000,000 times).
Best Fiction Podcast - The Truth
Description:
THE TRUTH makes movies for your ears. They're short stories that are sometimes dark, sometimes funny, and always intriguing. Every story is different, but they all take you to unexpected places using only sound. If you're new, some good starting places are: Silvia's Blood, That's Democracy, Moon Graffiti, Tape Delay, or whatever's most recent.
Best Finance Podcast - Bigger Pockets
Description:
Each week, financial experts Mindy Jensen and Scott Trench interview unique and powerful thought leaders about how to earn more, keep more, spend smarter, and grow wealth.
Best Football Podcast - Green Light with Chris Long
Description:
Former NFL’er Chris Long, his best friend Macon, and a cast of several, join forces to bring you an expert look at all things Pro Football & a novice look at everything else.
Best Gaming Podcast - Kinda Funny Gamescast
Description:
Weekly video game reviews, previews, and analysis of the biggest topics in gaming, covering the latest in PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo and more! Hosted by Tim Gettys, Greg “GameOverGreggy” Miller, Blessing Adeoye, and Andy Cortez.
Best Government / Politics Podcast - The Tim Dillon Show
Description:
Tim Dillon is a comedian and tour guide. He’s very excited to give you a tour of the end of the world. Each week from a porch in Los Angeles he shares apocalyptic visions with his friends and berates a local diner.
Best History Podcast - Lions Led By Donkeys
Description:
The Lions Led By Donkeys podcast is a military history podcast for laughing at the worst military failures, inept commanders, and crazy stories from throughout the history of human conflict.
Best Hockey Podcast - Spittin' Chiclets
Description:
Former NHL vets Ryan Whitney, Paul Bissonnette, Barstool Sports writer Rear Admiral and Producer Mike Grinnell bring their outspoken and irreverent opinions to the masses. Focusing on the NHL but also touching on pop culture and everything else under the sun.
Best Kids / Family Podcast - The Dad Edge Podcast
Description:
Larry Hagner, founder of The Dad Edge Podcast (formerly The Good Dad Project Podcast), breaks down common challenges of fatherhood, making them easy to understand and overcome. Tackling the world of Fatherhood can be a daunting task when we try to do it alone. The mission is to help you become the best, strongest, and happiest version of yourself so that you can help guide your kids to the best version of themselves.
Best Literature Podcast - Thoughts from a Page
Description:
Thoughts from a Page is hosted by Cindy Burnett, a voracious reader and book columnist who provides you with casual author conversations and insider information on all of the newest releases that I have read and personally recommend.
Best MMA Podcast - The MMA Hour with Ariel Helwani
Description:
Twice a week you'll hear interviews with the best fighters and biggest personalities in the sport, plus in-depth analysis of the week's UFC and MMA news.
Best Music Podcast - The 500 with Josh Adam Meyers
Description:
The 500 with Josh Adam Meyers counts down Rolling Stone Magazine’s 500 Greatest Albums of All Time with comedians, actors, and musicians.
Best Mystery Podcast - Darknet Diaries
Description:
Explore true stories of the dark side of the Internet with host Jack Rhysider as he takes you on a journey through the chilling world of hacking, data breaches, and cyber crime.
Best Religion / Spirituality Podcast - Dr. Wayne W. Dyer Podcast
Description:
Discover the wisdom and remarkable insights of Dr. Wayne W. Dyer, world-renowned spiritual teacher and foremost authority on how the power of your mind creates your world. Dr. Dyer’s weekly talk show on HayHouseRadio.com explores the power we have as individuals to create and manifest events in our lives. Hear lively discussions on how you can move past fear and into love.
Best Science Podcast - Ologies with Alie Ward
Description:
Take away a pocket full of science knowledge and charming, bizarre stories about what fuels these professional -ologists' obsessions. Humorist and science correspondent Alie Ward asks smart people stupid questions and the answers might change your life.
Best Soccer Podcast - The Totally Football Show with James Richardson
Description:
James Richardson and the Totally pod squad - featuring some of your favourite writers from The Athletic - are here three times a week with all the football news you need to know - and plenty that you don't
Best Sports Podcast - The Bill Simmons Podcast
Description:
HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons hosts the most downloaded sports podcast of all time, with a rotating crew of celebrities, athletes, and media staples, as well as mainstays like Cousin Sal, Joe House, and a slew of other friends and family members who always happen to be suspiciously available.
Best True-Crime Podcast - Generation Why
Description:
The Generation Why Podcast released its first episode in 2012 and pioneered the true crime genre in the podcasting world. Two friends, Aaron & Justin, break down theories and give their opinions on unsolved murders, controversies, mysteries and conspiracies.
Best New Action Sports Podcast - Unleashed with The Dingo and Danny
Description:
Not your average sports podcast! Hosted by action sports personality The Dingo and professional snowboarder Danny Kass, UNLEASHED is your front-row ticket into the world of high-energy sports.
Best New Alcoholic Beverage Podcast - Cocktail College
Description:
Want to take your bartending skills to the next level? Join VinePair managing editor Tim McKirdy for a weekly deep-dive into classic cocktails with America’s best bartenders. Cocktail College looks beyond the recipe and explores every aspect of mixology from ingredients and ice to shaking techniques, garnishes, and glassware — elevating your Martinis, Mai Tais, and everything in between.
Best New Baseball Podcast - Flippin' Bats
Description:
Welcome to Ben Verlander’s clubhouse, where flipping bats is not only allowed but encouraged! On the Flippin’ Bats pod, expect candid 1-on-1 interviews with players from your favorite MLB teams and talk about the current state of baseball.
Best New Basketball Podcast - The Pat Bev Podcast With Rone
Description:
One of the NBA’s most outspoken stars, Pat Beverley, teams up with Rone to give you an unfiltered look into the Lakers locker room & everything happening across the league.
Best New Business Podcast - Build With Rob
Description:
Build With Rob is a show about building amazing companies while building an amazing life. Whether you’re a seasoned or aspiring entrepreneur, climbing the corporate ladder, or seeking to live an optimized, balanced life, Rob Dyrdek’s advice will help propel you toward your goals.
Best New Charity / Non-Profit Podcast - The Nonstop Nonprofit Podcast
Description:
The Nonstop Nonprofit podcast from Funraise is your one-stop-shop for the hottest insights on all topics that are typically top-of-mind for nonprofiteers!
Best New Education Podcast - Organize My Thoughts
Description:
The Organize My Thoughts Podcast teaches you how to get out of your head so you can execute the multiple businesses, ideas, and projects on the inside of you.
Best New Fiction Podcast - Marvel's Wastelanders
Description:
Marvel's Wastelanders is an interconnected series of six radio drama podcasts produced by Marvel New Media and SiriusXM in association with Wave Runner Studios and launched in June 2021. The series' podcasts are set in a version of the Old Man Logan universe, a future timeline where supervillains have killed most superheroes and divided the world into personal realms.
Best New Film / TV Podcast - Kermode & Mayo's Take
Description:
The new home of Mark Kermode and Simon Mayo. They’re back, and it’s bigger, and better and larger-er and more-er. Film reviews, TV reviews, and all your conversation around movie and non-movie related stuff. Plus a whole bunch of recommendations to watch in cinemas, on all streaming services and on physical media.
Best New Finance Podcast - Ramsey Everyday Millionaires
Description:
Listen to how ordinary people built extraordinary wealth - and how you can too. You’ll learn how millionaires live on less than they make, avoid debt, invest, are disciplined and responsible!
Best New Football Podcast - Smash & Dash
Description:
Join one of the most dynamic Running-Back duos in the history of the NFL, as Chris Johnson & LenDale White connect to talk all things life and football.
Best New Government / Politics Podcast - Citizen Podcast
Description:
Dan Hollaway discussing what it mean to be an American Citizen. We know our rights, now let’s discuss our obligations.
Best New History Podcast - History Daily
Description:
We do history, daily. Every weekday, host Lindsay Graham (American Scandal, American History Tellers) takes you back in time to explore a momentous event that happened ‘on this day’ in history.
Best New Hockey Podcast - The Chirp with Daren Millard
Description:
The Chirp with Daren Millard will feature free-flowing conversations with NHL players, coaches, executives and respected media members. Daren will cover the biggest NHL topics like only he can, drawing on his and his guest’s unique perspective on the best sport in the world.
Best New Kids / Family Podcast - The Ten News
Description:
Bite-sized podcast for kids and their adults that explains what’s going on in the world. Each episode explores topics kids care about most including events, sports, science, gaming, pop culture, entertainment, and more!
Best New Literature Podcast - The Book Case
Description:
The Book Case makes the case for books outside of your usual genre. Wander the aisles of your local bookstore with Kate and Charlie Gibson and meet fascinating characters who will open your appetite to new categories while deepening your hunger for books. This weekly series will journey cover to cover through the literary world, featuring interviews with best-selling authors, tastemakers, and independent bookstore owners. New episodes post every Thursday.
Best New MMA Podcast - Yo! MMA Wrap
Description:
Weekly funny MMA podcast hosted by Luis J. Gomez and Dave Smith from Legion of Skanks, Real Ass Podcast, and Part Of The Problem.
Best New Music Podcast - Pop Pantheon
Description:
The podcast where DJ Louie XIV and guests completely overanalyze all your favorite pop stars, then rank them in the official Pop Pantheon.
Best New Mystery Podcast - Drinking the Koolaid
Description:
Come Drink the Koolaid with hosts Cassidy and Amanda as they dig into topics like conspiracy theories, true crime, the paranormal, and all things mysterious.
Best New Religion / Spirituality Podcast - Zero With Sam Tripoli
Description:
Please join Sam Tripoli on his spiritual journey to understand meaning of life and how each one of us is part of the universal consciousness!
Best New Soccer Podcast - Seaman Says
Description:
Hear the England & Arsenal legend as you've never heard him before across the season. Chatting about the ups and downs of the league alongside some of the biggest names in the worlds of sport & entertainment, join David Seaman throughout the season.
Best New Sports Podcast - Games with Names
Description:
Hosted by former Super Bowl MVP Julian Edelman and comedian Sam Morril, Games with Names is a sports history podcast on a search to find the greatest games of all time.
Best New True-Crime Podcast - My Life of Crime with Erin Moriarty
Description:
“48 Hours” correspondent Erin Moriarty takes you inside true-crime investigations like no one else, taking on killers and those accused of crimes.
