John Wordock

John Wordock has been a prominent figure in the podcasting industry since 2006, holding various executive roles in notable organizations.

As the Executive Editor/SVP for the Cumulus Podcast Network at Westwood One from 2019 to 2024, John played a pivotal role in steering the network to be one of the top ten networks and a leading free channel on Apple.

His responsibilities included overseeing editorial strategy, programming insights, platform management, and production support, in addition to fostering partnerships with major digital platforms and managing content acquisitions.

Prior to his role at Cumulus, he spearheaded the launch of WSJ Podcasts and served as an Executive Producer for successful podcasts at The Wall Street Journal.

John's extensive experience in network radio, particularly at the WSJ and MarketWatch Radio Networks, has solidified his reputation as an industry expert.

Throughout his career, John has been recognized with prestigious awards like The Webby Award, National Headliner Award, Excellence in Financial Journalism Award, SABEW's Best In Business Award, and NAREE's Best Broadcast Report.

Aside from his professional achievements, John enjoys commuting between Washington and New York City, all while listening to podcasts and savoring his favorite ice cream flavor, black raspberry.

His educational background includes a Master of Science in Journalism from Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism, and a Bachelor of Arts in History and Political Science from Vassar College.

John Wordock's diverse set of skills, extensive experience, and passion for content creation and digital platforms position him as a valuable asset in the world of podcasting and media.

He has a strong affinity for working with content creators and has a proven track record of success on platforms like Apple, YouTube, Spotify, and Alexa.