Submit Your Podcast

Join NYC's most prestigious podcast awards celebrating audio excellence and diverse voices worldwide.

Deadline: January 10, 2026

How to Enter

Submitting your podcast for the NYC Podcast Awards is simple. Follow these steps to compete for the iconic LIBBY trophy.

1

Select Your Categories

Review our three category types (CRAFT, CREATOR, CONTENT) and choose the awards that best fit your podcast. You can submit to multiple categories.

2

Prepare Your Submission

Gather your best episode(s) from the eligible period, write a compelling description, and prepare any required materials like show artwork and creator bio.

3

Complete Entry Form

Fill out our online submission form with your podcast details, episode links, and category selections. Make sure all information is accurate.

4

Pay Entry Fee

Choose your pricing tier (Student, Indie, or Company) and complete payment. Scholarship applications are available for those who qualify.

5

Submit & Celebrate

Hit submit and you're done! You'll receive confirmation via email. Nominees will be announced on March 2, 2026.

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Entry Pricing

We believe great podcasting should be accessible to all creators. Our tiered pricing ensures everyone has a chance to compete.

Student

$75
  • Currently enrolled students
  • Valid .edu email required
  • Submit to all categories
  • Multiple entries allowed

Independent

$100
  • Self-produced podcasters
  • No network backing
  • Submit to all categories
  • Multiple entries allowed

Company

$150
  • Network-backed shows
  • Production companies
  • Submit to all categories
  • Multiple entries allowed

Need Financial Assistance?

We're committed to ensuring financial barriers don't prevent great podcasters from entering. Scholarships are available by application for creators who demonstrate financial need. Scholarship recipients receive full fee waivers for their entries.

To apply: Complete our scholarship application form explaining your financial situation and why you deserve to be considered for the NYC Podcast Awards. Applications are reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Scholarship acceptance is not guaranteed, scholarships will be awarded on January 5, 2026.

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Rules & Guidelines

Please review these requirements carefully before submitting. All entries must meet these criteria to be considered.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Eligible Period: Episodes must have been created between January 1, 2024 and December 31, 2025
  • Open Globally: Creators from anywhere in the world can submit
  • Language: Primary entries in English; international language categories may be added
  • Original Content: All submitted work must be original and created by the submitter or submitter's team. Submitter must be legally allowed to represent the work
  • Public Availability: Submitted episodes must be publicly available for judging
  • Multiple Categories: You may submit the same podcast to multiple categories with separate entry fees
  • Multiple Entries: You may submit different podcasts/episodes as separate entries

Submission Requirements

  • RSS feed or direct links to submitted episodes
  • High-resolution podcast artwork (minimum 1400x1400px) - suggested but not required
  • Show description (100-300 words)
  • Creator bio and photo
  • Episode timestamps for specific segments (if applicable)
  • Any supporting materials that demonstrate excellence in your chosen category

Judging Process

  • Expert Panel: Submissions are evaluated by academics, industry professionals, and cultural influencers
  • Multiple Rounds: Entries go through three rounds of judging before winners are selected
  • Category-Specific: Judges are selected based on expertise in specific categories
  • Criteria: Judged on technical excellence, creativity, impact, and category-specific standards

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit the same podcast to multiple categories?

Yes! You can submit the same podcast to multiple categories. Each category submission requires a separate entry fee, but this gives you more opportunities to win a LIBBY.

Do I need to be based in NYC to enter?

No. While the awards celebrate NYC's audio culture, they are open to creators worldwide. You do not need to be based in New York City to submit or win.

How many episodes should I submit?

Submit your single best or most representative episode from the eligible period. Check specific category requirements when submitting.

What if my podcast is new and doesn't have many episodes?

That's fine! Submit your best work regardless of episode count. We have a "Best New Creator" category specifically for emerging podcasters.

Can I edit my submission after submitting?

You can make minor edits until the submission deadline of January 10, 2026. Contact us at contact@silversound.us for assistance.

When will I find out if I'm nominated?

Nominees will be announced on March 2, 2026. All entrants will be notified via email whether they've been nominated.

Do I need to attend the ceremony to win?

No, but we strongly encourage winners to attend the awards ceremony on March 13, 2026 in New York City!

Are entry fees refundable?

Entry fees are non-refundable after submission. Please review all requirements carefully before submitting.

Ready to Enter?

Submit your podcast today and join the celebration of audio excellence.

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Questions? Email us at contact@silversound.us