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Weve been seeing a steady stream of reports on podcast-to-film and podcast-to-television adaptations for a while now.

A deeply incomplete list of examples: WNYC Studios2 Dope Queensisbeing turned into a series of HBO specials.
Aaron MahnkesLorehit Amazon in October.
These are heady times for podcast makers with an eye on Hollywood.
That said, its worth remembering that theres plenty of precedent for podcasts getting adapted for other mediums.
So, what is distinct about this contemporary crop of podcasts heading to the silver and small screens?
What, then, is the best way to think about this invigorating point in time for podcasting?
Viewed through that lens, you could seeMaronandComedy Bang!
Right now, then, the podcast industry is waiting to see who will be its Iron Man.