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Joe Rogan New Spotify Contract: Streaming Details, and All We Know About Podcaster’s New $250M Agreement

Published 02/02/2024, 10:15 PM EST

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‘The Joe Rogan Experience’ will remain on Spotify for a while! The podcast, hosted by comedian and UFC color commentator, Joe Rogan, is one of the biggest shows on the planet. And in 2020, it was acquired by Spotify in a deal that saw the host sign a massive deal estimated to be around $200 million to take his show to the platform, exclusively.

But in a new blockbuster move, Spotify has renewed its partnership with Rogan in a massive deal! The terms of the new deal include an end to the podcast’s exclusive status and signal a shift in the company’s strategy. As such, let’s take a look at all we know about the new contract and the details surrounding it!

Joe Rogan signs mega deal worth up to $250 million with Spotify 

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In a groundbreaking move, Spotify has sealed a multiyear deal, reportedly valuing “The Joe Rogan Experience” up to a whopping $250 million. Breaking its three-year exclusivity on Spotify, the popular podcast is also set to conquer new audio platforms.

The show is breaking free from exclusivity and expanding its reach to Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and YouTube. Under the fresh deal, Spotify will handle distribution and ad sales, aiming to amplify the show’s audience across platforms. Previously, Spotify’s exclusive 2020 deal locked in “The Joe Rogan Experience” for over $200 million, maintaining its top rank on the platform for three years.

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Since its launch in 2009, the podcast has amassed over 2,000 episodes, featuring notable guests such as Miley Cyrus, Peter Attia, David Goggins, and Dave Chappelle.

 

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The strategic shift to relinquish exclusive rights aligns with Spotify’s broader distribution plan initiated in 2023, marking a significant industry shake-up. This renewal, first reported by The Wall Street Journal, showcased Spotify’s commitment to expanding the reach of Joe Rogan’s influential show.

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And in a recent interview with Spotify, talking about his journey as a podcaster, Rogan recently shared his approach, initial hurdles, and thoughts on his show’s monumental success.

Rogan reveals initial struggles with podcasting

Ruling the podcast realm, the JRE consistently tops global popularity charts, and Joe Rogan, a pioneer in the realm of podcasting recently shared insights into his process. Acknowledging his initial shortcomings, Rogan stated, “I definitely sucked at it when I first started. I was curious, but I didn’t understand how to make a conversation flow.”

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However, according to him, he learned to enhance the flow of conversation by knowing when to listen and being fully engaged in what the guests have to say. Rogan attributed his improvement to the extensive hours spent podcasting, learning through trial and error.

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Notably, he also emphasized his genuine interest in the people he invites on the show, stating, “It’s always from a place of “I think it would be cool to talk to that person.”

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In essence, Joe Rogan’s journey reflects not only the growth of a podcast but also the evolution of a podcasting pioneer who turned initial uncertainties into a well-crafted art form. Through genuine curiosity, dedication, and a commitment to meaningful dialogues, Rogan has solidified his place at the summit of podcasting excellence!

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I am Dushyant Patni, a UFC writer at EssentiallySports. My passion for Mixed Martial Arts started because my father used to be a boxer and a martial arts fanatic. It passed down to me as my first pair of boxing gloves were his old ones! Prior to joining EssentiallySports, I honed my writing and editing skills across various organizations as a writer and an editor.
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