NY Times awards columnist Kyle Buchanan exits to launch twice-weekly video podcast with Acast

Kyle Buchanan has left The New York Times after eight years to launch "The Kyle Buchanan Show," a twice-weekly video podcast set for mid-October, Variety reported. Acast, self-described as the world's largest independent podcast company, is the exclusive partner for advertising, brand partnerships and distribution. The Tuesday edition, "The Panel," features two to three rotating industry guests; Friday's "The Profile" is a one-on-one with a major star.