Podcast Hosts Launch Their Own Awards Ceremony, Resolve Feud with Bowen Yang
The pop culture podcast 'How Long Gone' is hosting its first awards show, the Goneies, in New York City. The event features indie performances and unconventional categories, and the hosts have also resolved a previous conflict with Bowen Yang.
The Goneies ceremony is scheduled for Tuesday evening at Racket NYC, a Manhattan venue, coinciding with the Emmys telecast on the West Coast. The event will showcase a performance by Nirosta Steel, an indie cult act, and will present unconventional honors including an "Ally of the Year" award recognizing a gay supporter of the podcast's community.
Black and Stewart have built a devoted following among creative professionals on both coasts through their podcast's cultural commentary and live touring. The hosts have also reportedly settled their earlier dispute with comedian Bowen Yang, clearing the way for his potential involvement in the ceremony.
The Goneies reflect a broader shift in entertainment culture, as podcast personalities increasingly command audiences comparable to traditional media figures. This event may signal how niche digital creators can translate online followings into live, in-person cultural moments. It could also influence how awards ceremonies are conceived, with unconventional categories potentially resonating with younger audiences who find traditional industry honors less relatable. The Bowen Yang reconciliation suggests podcast feuds can become promotional opportunities rather than lasting conflicts.