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August 7, 2025
How Podcasts are the Soundtrack of the 2025 Mission Field
Podcasting has become the soundtrack of modern life, and faith-based content is riding a powerful wave of growth. With millions tuning in weekly and spiritual genres among the fastest-growing categories, Christian creators are gaining fresh momentum in the podcasting space. If you’re a Christian communicator, this is more than a trend. It’s a mission field wired for your message.
The latest research on podcasts in 2025 reveals important implications for ministries, broadcasters, and faith communicators.
Media Roundup | August 7, 2025
In latest media appearances, Troy A. Miller, NRB president & CEO, spoke with Jenna Ellis and Alex McFarland, and his Capitol Hill advocacy for AM radio was featured in a roundup for News Talk 105.9 WMAL.
Member News
• Salem Media Group Expands Financial Portfolio with Acquisition of Jim Fink’s Investment Services
• ADF: Political Satire, Commentary Sites Continue Challenge Against California's Censorship Law
• EMF, New Life Christian Shuffle Signals And Assets In California
• Hutchcraft Ministries: ‘Summer of Hope’ Brings The Good News to Native Communities
• Resounding Hope: How Solar Radios Transform Haitian Communities
• TWR: Ethan Munger Shares God’s Truth in Brazil
• How This Evangelist Overcame Depression: ‘I Give All the Glory to God’
• 1 Year Later: First Baptist Dallas Working to Rebuild Historic Sanctuary After Devastating Fire
• Celebrating Spirit-Empowered Research: ORU’s Digital Showcase Reaches 1 Million Downloads
• Child Evangelism Fellowship® Invites Young People to Make an Eternal Impact and Reach Others With The Gospel
• Samaritan's Purse: Spuds Bless Families in Eastern Ukraine
Don't Wait: Only One Week Left to Apply for an NRB Award!
The NRB Awards program celebrates outstanding individuals and exceptional teams across digital, radio, TV, international outreach, and special service.
Nominate yourself—or a fellow NRB member—and champion work that advances the Gospel or showcases excellence in media. Recipients earn two complimentary Convention registrations, two meal tickets to the awards event, and an engraved award.
Applications are open through Friday, August 15.
Save the Date: NRB 2026 in Nashville!
The NRB 2026 International Christian Media Convention will take place in Nashville, Tenn., from February 17–20, 2026, and we would love to see you there!
Visit www.nrbconvention.org for more information, and stay tuned for details.
Industry Trends and Insights
• August Regulatory Dates for Broadcasters
• FCC Looks to Scrap 98 Broadcast-Related Rules
• 50 State Broadcasting Associations Pass Resolution Backing ATSC 1.0 Sunset
• The Irony of Leadership
• More Than Marketing: Why Ministries Need Faith-Based Agencies to Grow
