BTS: Running A Top-Ten News Podcast
Summary
Hosts John Bickley and Georgia Howe celebrate Morning Wire’s five-year anniversary and 3,000th episode in this special All Access stream. They share the show’s unexpected origins, from unscripted auditions to its rapid rise to the top of podcast charts without marketing. The episode features a heartfelt video message from frequent contributor Cabot Phillips and discusses the evolution of the format, including the addition of video and weekend shows.
Topics discussed
Sponsors: StreetEasy and San Pellegrino Chow
Celebrating the 5-year anniversary and 3,000 episodes
Hosts' reflections on gratitude and show longevity
The accidental hiring of Georgia Howe
Sponsor: GoldBelly
Sponsor: Alliance Defending Freedom
Early development and testing of Morning Wire
Refining the format: scripted vs. organic content
Launch success and consistent chart performance
Expanding to six days a week and Evening Wire
The transition to video production
Tribute to Cabot Phillips and his role on the show
Listener questions and All Access subscription info
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