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Audacy signs exclusive sales, distribution deal with creator brand Smosh

Audacy became exclusive sales and distribution partner for Smosh’s podcast slate, starting October 1, 2026, covering Smosh Mouth, Smosh Reads Reddit Stories, Assumptions and URL.

Why it matters. Advertisers get a new route into Smosh’s 75-million-follower audience exclusively through Audacy rather than direct creator deals.

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