Steven Bartlett Chose Creative Control Over $100M
from Buzzcast Hosted by Buzzsprout
What would you do if someone offered you $100 million for your podcast? In this episode, we dive into Steven Bartlett’s recent disclosure that he turned down not one, but two massive podcasting deals — including a $100M offer. Why? Because they came with strings attached: platform exclusivity, ad overload, and a loss of creative control. We discuss why prioritizing your listeners, values, and long-term vision might be worth more than the biggest paycheck. Plus, we hear the drawbacks of video podcasting through perspectives of reluctant celebrity podcasters. Mentioned in this episode: The Only Men Allowed to Podcast Are Tween Boys The Diary of a CEO Turned Down $100M Podcast Deal Smartless: Maria Shriver Office Ladies: Webisodes: The Podcast & The Office Ladies Podcast Pilot The Compassion of Sound Sound-off question: What is the strangest podcast growth tip that actually works? Contact Buzzcast Send us Fan Mail Tweet us at @buzzcastpodcast, @albanbrooke, @kfinn, and @JordanPods Thanks for listening and Keep Podcasting!
Embed this episode
What this episode covers
What would you do if someone offered you $100 million for your podcast? In this episode, we dive into Steven Bartlett’s recent disclosure that he turned down not one, but two massive podcasting deals — including a $100M offer. Why? Because they came with strings attached: platform exclusivity, ad overload, and a loss of creative control. We discuss why prioritizing your listeners, values, and long-term vision might be worth more than the biggest paycheck. Plus, we hear the drawbacks of video...
Chapters
No transcript yet.