The highest-paid podcasters
Summary
This episode covers Forbes’ 2026 highest-paid podcasters list, led by Joe Rogan, and financial updates from Apple and Sirius XM. It highlights industry shifts, including Patreon layoffs, Adobe Podcast’s premium service changes, and new ventures like Podium Entertainment’s audiobook repurposing. The segment also notes technical updates for OSHA and Apple Podcasts, plus a feature on the climate podcast Boiling Point.
Topics discussed
Forbes top 5 highest paid podcasters of 2026
Apple and Sirius XM financial results
Podium Entertainment repurposes podcasts into audiobooks
Jonah Keery partners with Startups Decoded for brand deals
Mike Hamilton releases podcast creation guide
Adobe Podcast ends standalone premium service
Patreon lays off 20% of workforce
Audible launches bulk distribution for businesses
OSHA video uploads and Apple Podcasts maintenance
Pod News Weekly Review and Boiling Point season 2
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