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Apple says ‘After the Whistle’ podcast will return for a third season
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Business/The Apex Times/Jun 6, 10:52 PM EDT

Apple says ‘After the Whistle’ podcast will return for a third season

Apple Newsroom says the soccer-focused show hosted by Brendan Hunt and Rebecca Lowe will be back on June 7 with World Cup commentary.

By The Apex Times Newsroom1 min readAI-assisted Apex article

Apple said its podcast “After the Whistle with Brendan Hunt and Rebecca Lowe” will return for a third season on June 7. The show is centered on soccer and will again feature commentary tied to the World Cup.

The announcement came through Apple Newsroom, the company’s official press channel. Apple did not frame the release as a broader product or services update, but as a content refresh for one of its audio offerings.

Brendan Hunt and Rebecca Lowe are set to reprise their roles as hosts. The company’s note suggests the new season will continue the format that helped establish the podcast as a repeat entry in Apple’s sports and entertainment lineup.

The timing lines up with heightened interest around major international soccer coverage. Apple has used its media and audio properties to build audience engagement beyond hardware and core software products.

Why It Matters

  • The release points to Apple’s continued use of audio content to keep users engaged inside its services ecosystem.
  • A recurring sports podcast can support brand affinity, even if the direct business impact is limited.
  • The timing around the World Cup suggests Apple is trying to capture audience attention when soccer interest is highest.

Sources

Key Facts

  • Apple Newsroom said the podcast returns June 7.
  • The show is entering a third season.
  • The hosts are Brendan Hunt and Rebecca Lowe.
  • Apple says the season will include World Cup commentary.
  • The source is an official Apple release.

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