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Amazon Folds Wondery Into Audible and Creator Services, Cuts 110 Jobs

Integration of narrative studios into Audible accompanied by a new creator services unit demonstrates Amazon’s shift toward video-enabled, sponsor-friendly podcasts.

Overview

  • The reorganization will eliminate about 110 roles at Wondery as the standalone network is dissolved.
  • CEO Jen Sargent is departing and Chief Content Officer Marshall Lewy will assume a new role within Audible.
  • Wondery+ subscription offerings and narrative-driven studios such as Dr. Death will report into Audible’s operations.
  • Podcasters with major profiles will join Amazon’s new creator services team to pursue enhanced sponsorship and advertising integrations.
  • The overhaul acknowledges heightened industry emphasis on video-first, personality-led formats and seeks to better integrate audio content into Amazon’s broader platform.