From First Podcast in 2009 to $250M Contract 15 Years Later, Explore Joe Rogan’s Journey

In a surprising turn of events, Joe Rogan, the renowned podcaster, has inked a new deal with Spotify. The stakes are high, and the implications are vast. But what does this mean for the future of "The Joe Rogan Experience"?

The Deal

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Rogan's new agreement with Spotify is no small affair. It's a whopping $250 million deal that includes not just an upfront guarantee, but also a revenue-sharing agreement based on ad sales. But there's a twist - this time, YouTube is in the picture too.

The Journey

Since starting his podcasting journey in 2009, Rogan has seen a meteoric rise in popularity. His first Spotify deal in 2020, worth a reported $200 million, catapulted him to megastar status. But it hasn't all been smooth sailing.

The Controversy

Rogan's commentary on various current events, including the COVID-19 pandemic, has stirred up controversy. He faced backlash for spreading misinformation related to the COVID-19 vaccine, leading Spotify to pull dozens of episodes off its platform.

Despite the controversy, Rogan remains optimistic, stating, "I always feel like, in starting this podcast, I stumbled into this fantastic accidental education just by being interested in talking to people, and being fortunate enough that people want to listen."

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