Hamish & Andy score another big plus in latest Australian Podcast Ranker

Hamish & Andy have again claimed the #1 spot as the nation’s most popular podcast in the latest Australian Podcast Ranker.

The enduring popularity of the comedy duo was particularly evident in its latest offering, the Hamish & Andy Plus podcast, which went gangbusters, jumping an astonishing 214 places to sit just outside the nation’s Top 30.

Released by Triton Digital y Commercial Radio & Audio (CRA), the December ranker sees no change in the top 3, with Mamamia Out Loud in second spot, and ABC News Top Stories que queda tercero.

Sky News Australia Update moves up a spot to fourth.

The Grade Cricketer was one of the big movers of the month, jumping ten spots to come in at #5.

Hoy se publicó el  ABC’s Unravel made the Top 20 podcasts in spectacular fashion, leaping 83 spots to come in at #17.

ARN’s Kyle & Jackie O Show podcast dropped ten places to be at #27.

Stephen Haddad, SCA’s Chief Operating Officer, said “Today’s Triton Australian Podcast Ranker results reinforce LiSTNR’s position as Australia’s leading commercial podcast network, underpinned by premium content, trusted talent, commercial impact and deep audience engagement.”

"Hamish & Andy once again claimed the Number 1 spot, a testament to the enduring connection they have with Australian audiences. That strength is further reflected in the strong early performance of new titles, with Hamish & Andy Plus+ reaching 183 018,00 monthly listeners and Big Small Talk making an immediate impact following their launch on LiSTNR. December saw continued growth across sport titles, including Willow Talk and The Grade Cricketer, as audiences turned to LiSTNR during the Ashes series."

"From a commercial perspective, LiSTNR continues to lead the market, delivering solid year-on-year and ongoing growth. Our expanding known audience, combined with world-class AdTech and ongoing investment in premium podcasting, has resulted in more titles in the Top 50 than any other publisher."

ARN’s iHeart had 6+ million monthly listeners and 22 million monthly downloads, reaching 35 % of all weekly podcast ranker listeners.

ARN’s Head of Digital Audio Corey Layton said “2025 has delivered outstanding results for our local and global partners, reinforcing iHeart as Australia’s Podcast Powerhouse. In 2026, we’re building on that momentum with new partnerships, an expanded slate of iHeart Originals and major launches including the iHeart Women’s Sport Network and iHeart Ruby. It’s shaping up to be a landmark year, with even more ways for audiences and advertisers to connect with iHeart.”

Lizzie Young, CEO of CRA, said “Podcast audiences are active, loyal, and commercially engaged. Whether they’re listening for leisure, planning purchases, or deepening knowledge, they’re listening with intent. The Ranker delivers the verified insights advertisers need to reach consumers who are ready to act.”