Two of the most popular podcasts began as independent podcasts -- Joe Rogan and Call Her Daddy. Rogan, who began his show in late 2009, grew his show organically, while Call Her Daddy benefited from an early acquisition by Barstool Sports and then a 2021 deal with Spotify.
Danny, your experience is occurring to too many podcasters. I hope that a large podcast network does not release a show next year called “Six Randomized Questions” hosted by some actor who was on a CW Show in the 90s and also has a cosmetics line and meditation class to sell!
Thank you. Your message is necessary, the breadth and depth of your examples piques my curiosity, and any shout-out for The White Vault is a good one.
I love The White Vault. I’m enjoying the archives. I stack up TWV against any Spotify or Wondery show that cost millions to produce.
Danny, your experience is occurring to too many podcasters. I hope that a large podcast network does not release a show next year called “Six Randomized Questions” hosted by some actor who was on a CW Show in the 90s and also has a cosmetics line and meditation class to sell!