2025 Ambie Awards Celebrate Podcasting Excellence and Truth in Media

The fifth annual ceremony recognized achievements across 28 categories, with 'Hysterical' and 'The Wonder of Stevie' among top winners, and industry leaders Ira Glass and Sam Sanders honored for their impact.

• 'Hysterical' won Podcast of the Year and Best Reporting, highlighting investigative storytelling about a mysterious illness in LeRoy, New York.
• 'The Wonder of Stevie,' a podcast exploring Stevie Wonder's life and career, was named Best Entertainment Podcast.
• Ira Glass received the Governors Award for his influence on podcasting, while Sam Sanders was honored with the Impact Award for positive contributions to listeners.
• Comedian Tig Notaro hosted the event at Chicago's McCormick Convention Center, bringing humor to an evening focused on the importance of truth in media.
• Other notable winners included 'Las Culturistas' for Best Comedy Podcast and Ronald Young Jr. as Best Podcast Host for 'Weight for It.'

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