This is a special blog post.
Niall Mackay, known as The Podcast Guy and founder of Seven Million Bikes Podcasts, have won 2 big awards from the Asia Podcast Awards 2024. Niall began his podcasting journey in 2019. What started as a passionate pursuit has now evolved into a full-fledged offering of podcasting services, spreading his enthusiasm and expertise to others.
We’re thrilled to announce that his podcasting journey has reached an incredible milestone—Niall has been honored with not one, but two prestigious awards at the RadioDays Asia Podcast Awards 2024!
Podcast Awards 2024 – A Milestone
The Asia Podcast Awards feature a wide array of categories that highlight the diversity and creativity within the podcasting landscape.
In terms of industry strength, countries like Singapore, China, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, India, Vietnam, and Japan emerged as the frontrunners, with strong participation in terms of entry submissions and finalists’ success. This impressive representation across the region is a testament to the growth and innovation within Asia’s podcasting landscape.
The Asia Podcast Awards 2024 highlighted some of the most competitive categories in the podcasting world, with Interview, Money & Business, Society & Culture, Health and Wellness, Fiction, and News standing out as the largest categories. These categories reflect key areas where podcasts are gaining massive traction, showcasing the broad range of interests that listeners across Asia engage with.
These awards are designed to recognize the most outstanding individuals, teams, and organizations in the podcasting world across Asia’s diverse media and marketing landscape. To be acknowledged among such a talented pool of creators is a huge honor and a true validation of the hard work and dedication that goes into every episode.
This recognition isn’t just a trophy—it’s proof of the countless hours spent refining content, mastering audio, and ensuring each episode brings value to our listeners.
It highlights the effort and passion poured into every conversation and the commitment to delivering quality, engaging, and impactful stories.
Winning these awards means that his dedicated work is not only being heard but resonating with audiences and industry leaders alike. It’s a testament to the journey he has been on and the bright future ahead.
Best Interview Podcast Of the Year
Interview Podcast is a category from “Podcast of the Year” award. From Best Comedy Podcast to Best News Podcast, and even more specialized genres like Best Children’s Entertainment Podcast and Best Fictional Podcast, these awards recognize the full spectrum of talent in the industry.
Niall is incredibly honored to announce that he his podcast won the Best Interview Podcast category at the Asia Podcast Awards 2024 for “A Vietnam Podcast”, produced by Seven Million Bikes Podcasts.
“Receiving these awards is a humbling validation of the dedication we pour into each episode. It’s a testament to the power of storytelling and the incredible diversity of voices we showcase on ‘A Vietnam Podcast’,” said Niall Mackay.
“A Vietnam Podcast” features a diverse range of guests, including both Vietnamese locals and expats living in Vietnam. Through our interviews, host Niall and the guests discover Vietnam’s rich traditions, unique cultures, and rapid development. Whether they’re discussing the complexities of local customs or offering tips on traveling through the country, every episode aims to provide an authentic glimpse into life in Vietnam.
This podcast is designed to resonate with a broad audience—foreigners, expats, and Vietnamese listeners alike. Whether you’re someone exploring the idea of visiting Vietnam or a local looking to reflect on your own culture, there’s something for everyone. He’s excited to continue bringing more insightful conversations and stories to listeners worldwide.
Best Audio Producer
The second award that Niall won was “Best Audio Producer”. He is the host as well as producer of “A Vietnam Podcast’’ and “Smarter Podcasting” and many others such as Tangents and Accounting Influencers. With the high quality of the shows, he deserves to receive this award.
Niall also helps others bring their podcasts to life with the best possible quality. From recording and editing to publishing, his expertise and dedication ensure that his clients’ podcasts sound professional and polished. His passion for podcasting doesn’t stop with his own work – he’s committed to sharing that passion by helping other podcasters succeed and inspiring them to create high-quality content.
“As an audio producer, my goal is to elevate every podcast I touch, whether it’s my own or a client’s. Winning Best Audio Producer reinforces our commitment to quality and innovation in podcast production,” Niall shared.
Winning this award is a testament not only to his technical skills but also to his passion for storytelling. Through his work on “A Vietnam Podcast” and other projects, Niall has created a space where guests feel comfortable sharing their stories, and where those conversations are transformed into engaging content that resonates with a global audience.
His commitment to excellence as an audio producer has set a high bar in the podcasting world, and this honor reflects the creativity and hard work he brings to every project.
Conclusion
In conclusion, winning the Best Interview Podcast and Best Audio Producer category at the Asia Podcast Awards 2024 is an immense honor for Niall and his team.
“This achievement wouldn’t have been possible without the incredible support and hard work of our small but dedicated team. Their work behind the scenes allows us to produce high-quality content that resonates with our audience. I’m grateful to have such a talented group working alongside me to bring these podcasts to life.”
Niall and his team are deeply grateful for this award, which not only validates their efforts but also inspires them to continue striving for excellence. As they move forward, they are committed to delivering even more engaging and insightful content, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in podcasting.
