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For the third year in a row, Saban Community Clinic–the largest provider of free and reduced-cost healthcare in Los Angeles–is hosting its Creators in Action cocktail gala, which brings together creators and industry execs from LA’s digital media industry to support its cause.

At each Creators in Action event, the clinic selects creators and execs to honor. For the inaugural 2023 gala, it gave nods to Rhett & Link and creator attorney Adam Kaller. In 2024, it recognized Jay Shetty and Pinterest Chief Content Officer Malik Ducard.

This year? Valkyrae and pocket.watch founder/CEO Chris M. Williams are in the spotlight.

“This year’s honorees exemplify innovation, inclusion, and influence across entertainment, gaming, and digital media,” Saban Community Clinic said in a press release.

Valkyrae, as you probably know, is one of the most well-known female streamers in the world. She has over 13 million followers, co-owns esports org 100 Thieves,...

Pave Studios announced a new slate of original video series under its Crime House brand, focused on the captivating world of true crime. The recently launched media company is collaborating with influential creators including Heidi Wong (10 million social followers), Morgan Absher (Two Hot Takes), Kaelyn Moore (Heart Starts Pounding), Sarah Turney (The Voices for Justice), Taylar Jane Fetzner (Creeps and Crimes) and Vanessa Richardson (Mind of a Serial Killer). Full video episodes will be available on YouTube with audio episodes across all podcast platforms.

“The growth and demand for video podcasts is undeniable, and Pave Studios is leading this evolution,” said Max Cutler, Founder Pave Studios. “As a media company dedicated to creating original podcasts from the ground up, we’re not just creating, owning, operating and producing shows—we’re empowering creators to diversify their presence across platforms. We provide creators with the strategic support and resources they need...

After launching the podcast, Khloé in Wonder Land in January, Khloe Kardashian has seen the show take off.

Through 12 episodes, the podcast has amassed 121 million video videos and 425 million impressions on X, with the social media platform citing it as the most popular Original amongst Gen Z and Millennial women. Guests so far have included authors Mel Robbins and Jay Shetty, family connections, including Kris Jenner, Scott Disick and the family’s lawyer Laura Wasser, and most recently, Dana White, CEO of the Ultimate Fighting Championship.

The video podcast is part of the platform’s “Originals on X” initiative, which also includes shows from Tulsi Gabbard, Jim Rome and more, and has been seen as a larger engagement and advertising push on the platform under Elon Musk. Mitchell Smith, head of original content at X, said brands have bought media packages to run targeted pre-roll ads ahead of specific Khloé in Wonderland episodes.

Pave Studios today announced the launch of Mantra, a new OpenMind original series premiering on Monday, January 13. Hosted by Jemma Sbeg– best known for her hit self-help podcast The Psychology of your 20s, a Top 20 Podcast Globally on Spotify and a leading voice for Gen Z in the self-help space–Mantra offers listeners a weekly guide to embracing personal growth, with practical insights and powerful inspiration for navigating life’s twists and turns.

“Mantra is all about finding clarity in the chaos and taking a fresh path to self-discovery,” said Jemma Sbeg. “I’m excited to partner with OpenMind Studios to bring my new podcast to life, where I can share simple, powerful mantras that will inspire listeners to explore meaningful change and unlock their true potential.”

Each week, Jemma will share an empowering mantra—a simple, powerful phrase to help listeners navigate challenges and unlock personal growth. Whether facing...

Khloé Kardashian’s video podcast will debut on X on Jan. 8.

The podcast, Khloé in Wonder Land, will include weekly conversations with guests including Scott Disick, former partner to Khloe’s sister, Kourtney Kardashian, author and On Purpose podcast host Jay Shetty and Mel Robbins, author and host of The Mel Robbins Podcast.

Each episode will have a 24-hour exclusive window on the Elon Musk-owned social media platform before being made available elsewhere.

“I’m so excited to partner with X for this incredible journey. It’s amazing to see our idea come to life, and I’m grateful to be able to connect with such inspiring guests like Jay, Mel and Scott – and so many more to come,” said Kardashian. “This podcast will allow me to explore so many powerful topics, like love, healing and happiness, and X is the perfect platform to share my curiosity and wonder.”

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Crime House today announced the launch of Money Crimes with Nicole Lapin, a new original podcast powered by Pave Studios. Hosted by financial expert and bestselling author Nicole Lapin, this captivating true crime series dives into the dark side of finance, uncovering the world’s wildest financial crimes– from cutthroat con artists to billion-dollar scams, and even murder.

Each episode takes listeners behind the headlines of infamous high-stakes, white-collar crimes such as Elizabeth Holmes, the Bling Ring and the Ftx Collapse. In addition to exploring these twisted stories, Nicole will also equip listeners with practical advice on how to avoid becoming the victim of one.

“Money Crimes is about exposing the dark underbelly of the financial world—where ambition, deceit, and greed collide. I’m excited to collaborate with Crime House to bring these gripping stories to life and give listeners the advice they need to help protect themselves in...

Pave Publishing House, the independent print and audiobook publishing division of Pave Studios, today announced the hire of Kerri Kolen as Vice President, Pave Publishing House. Reporting directly to Max Cutler, Founder of Pave Studios, Kolen will oversee the development of compelling new titles, working with both emerging and established creators.

Kolen brings over 20 years of editorial experience, spanning print and digital media, to Pave Publishing House. Most recently, she served as Vice President and Head of Audiobooks at Pushkin Industries, following her tenure as Creative Executive at Audible, where she was instrumental in helping to shape Audible Originals.

"Kerri's deep expertise across both print and digital formats, combined with her deep understanding of the evolving media landscape, makes her the perfect fit for Pave Publishing House. Her proven track record of working with top-tier talent and her ability to adapt to the changing ways audiences consume content will...

OpenMind today announced Horoscope Weekly, a new original podcast powered by Pave Studios. Hosted by renowned astrologer and bestselling author Aliza Kelly, "Horoscope Weekly" invites listeners on a personalized cosmic journey offering detailed horoscopes with tailored insights on love, career, health, and more. Plus, Aliza will decode the latest astrological events such as meteor showers, mercury retrograde and lunar eclipses, providing a comprehensive cosmic forecast for the week ahead.

“Life’s a wild ride, but I’m here to help make astrology relevant to your everyday life, whether you’re an astrology enthusiast or a curious newcomer,” said Aliza Kelly. “I’m so excited for my new show, ‘Horoscope Weekly,’ where you’ll get your much-needed dose of cosmic clarity and discover what the universe has in store for you.”

New episodes are available every Monday across all podcast platforms. For ad-free listening and early access to episodes, fans can...

X is getting into the business with the Kardashians.

The Elon Musk-owned tech company has inked a deal with Khloé Kardashian, who will host a video podcast on the platform beginning this fall.

The 26-episode series is still light on specifics, though it will blend Kardashian’s “boundary-pushing sense of humor with her signature relatability to tackle dilemmas ranging from the everyday to the ever absurd,” per the company.

The Kardashian podcast is also part of the platform’s “Originals on X” initiative, in which creators maintain ownership of their video content, with a 24-hour exclusive window on the platform before they can post it elsewhere.

“When thinking about the bold voices with global reach that X wants to stand behind, Khloé Kardashian is our perfect partner.” said X CEO Linda Yaccarino. “This series demonstrates X’s commitment to empower creators to use video content as a means to...

Crime House unveils Murder: True Crime Stories, a gripping new original podcast powered by Pave Studios, set to launch on Tuesday, May 14. Delving into the depths of history’s most notorious murders, the series goes beyond the crime scene to uncover the real story and spotlight those impacted the most. Each week, listeners will be transported into the heart of the investigation, gaining insight into the complexities of these cases and the enduring impact they leave behind. The series will be available across all podcast platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. For more from Crime House, follow us on Instagram @crimehouse and @murdertruecrimepod.

The inaugural episodes of "Murder: True Crime Stories" will focus on the compelling case of Chandra Levy, an intern in Washington D.C. whose mysterious disappearance in May 2001 erupted into a nationwide scandal with investigators focused on all the wrong leads. Listeners can tune in to the first two episodes,...

Stars: Ryan Masson, Highdee Kuan, Christian Prentice, Shaw Jones, Don Scribner, Anthony Bradford, Joseph Buttler, Ian Coleman, Kylie Contreary, Max Cutler, Randy Davison | Written by Eric Demeusy, Jason Mitcheltree | Directed by Eric Demeusy

Sci-fi is not a genre I watch as much as I probably should because some of my favourite ever movies are from that genre. From franchises like Star Wars to epics like Interstellar, to the more horror-influenced Alien, it’s a genre that has a wide range of great movies. Proximity with its modest budget, inexperienced actors and director tries to take on the best that sci-fi has to offer.

In Proximity a young Nasa scientist is abducted by aliens. Despite having video footage of it, when he posts it on the Internet and local TV gets a hold of it, no-one really believes him, which starts him on a journey of finding proof.

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