Joe Rogan is staying with Spotify, and the new deal could bring him a huge amount of money. Rogan has agreed to continue his work with Spotify through a new multi-year deal for his popular podcast, The Joe Rogan Experience.
The show has been exclusive to Spotify for years, but listeners can now also find it on other platforms. Spotify will keep helping with ads and distribution rights for the podcast.
The company, however, has not officially disclosed how much Rogan will make from the new agreement. The Wall Street Journal reports that he could earn around $250 million.
Rogan has expressed satisfaction with his long-standing relationship with Spotify, stating, "I'm extremely happy and excited to continue with them for years to come." The podcast continues to attract a massive number of listeners worldwide and remains a cultural phenomenon in the digital media landscape.
It remains the most listened-to podcast on Spotify and boasts 18 million followers on the platform alone. Rogan originally launched the podcast in 2009.
Since then, he has spoken with more than 2,500 guests from various fields, including movies, sports, science, and business. The show has also established Rogan as a prominent public figure due to his candid political commentary and diverse viewpoints on contemporary issues.
Industry analysts believe this move solidifies Spotify's dominance in the podcasting sector while giving Rogan unprecedented creative freedom and financial security. Fans around the globe are eagerly awaiting the upcoming episodes under this renewed partnership, anticipating more engaging conversations and high-profile interviews.