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Gemini XIII Invests In Diversion Podcasts, Creates New Podcast Network
by Perry Michael Simon
May 10, 2022 at 5:46 AM (PT)
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SPENCER BROWN and CHARLES STEINHAUER's GEMINI XIII podcast company, launched in MARCH with the acquisitions of THE INFINITE AGENCY and PHANTOM PRODUCER (NET NEWS 3/15), has invested an undisclosed amount into podcast producer DIVERSION PODCASTS, creating a podcast network, DIVERSION AUDIO, that will serve as GEMINI XIII's content division, developing podcasts from sister company DIVERSION BOOKS' intellectual property. DIVERSION founder SCOTT WAXMAN will head the new network with SVP/Content and Development JACOB BRONSTEIN and SVP/Production MARK FRANCIS.
CEO BROWN said, “Through DIVERSION AUDIO, we will build upon the successful franchises and proven track record that SCOTT and his talented team have created at DIVERSION PODCASTS. Together with our recent acquisitions of PHANTOM PRODUCER and THE INFINITE AGENCY, GEMINI XIII is well-positioned to optimize these premium assets and capabilities to build and grow a new breed of audio company. The creation of DIVERSION AUDIO advances that strategy considerably. We think podcast listeners and readers alike will love what they hear as we launch new podcasts tied to DIVERSION’s expansive intellectual property library.”
WAXMAN added, “Through our partnership with GEMINI XIII we will be able to chart a promising new path for our podcasting strategy. While we have been fortunate with the success of our initial shows, working with SPENCER BROWN and CHARLES STEINHAUER, two proven leaders in the audio space, DIVERSION AUDIO will be positioned for even bigger success. Combining DIVERSION’s IP library with GEMINI XIII's expertise in sales and marketing is a natural fit and we couldn’t be more excited about the days ahead as we build out DIVERSION AUDIO.”