Discord has officially integrated the audio streaming service TuneIn, bringing live radio, podcasts, and sports content directly into the social platform’s voice channels. This partnership marks TuneIn’s first collaboration with a social network, aiming to connect its 75 million monthly active users with Discord’s massive community of 200 million people.
A Curated Audio Experience for Discord
The new feature, branded as “TuneIn Radio & Podcasts,” grants users access to an extensive library featuring 100,000 local AM/FM radio stations. Beyond standard broadcasts, the integration provides curated music collections specifically tailored for the Discord environment, including dedicated channels for Lofi, K-pop, and Indie genres.
Rich Stern, CEO of TuneIn, noted that this is the first audio-only entertainment option to join the Discord Activity app directory. “The experience is highly curated for Discord,” Stern stated, emphasizing the strategic design of the integration for social listening.
How to Access TuneIn on Discord
Since the launch of “Activities” in 2022, Discord has transformed its voice channels into shared entertainment spaces. Users can now access the TuneIn Activity across desktop, mobile, and web platforms by simply clicking the rocket icon within a voice channel. This functionality allows users to stream music in the background while studying or listen to podcasts during social hangouts.
Expanding the Audio Ecosystem
This move is part of a broader expansion strategy for TuneIn. Stern confirmed that the company is actively seeking additional partnerships with other communication platforms, smart home devices, and automotive manufacturers to embed their audio services into daily life.
TuneIn has already established a footprint across various technology sectors, with existing integrations in Amazon Alexa-enabled devices and high-end automotive systems, including Lucid, Rivian, and Fisker vehicles. By entering the social sphere via Discord, TuneIn continues to push its mission of providing seamless audio entertainment regardless of the user’s digital environment.