

Two people familiar with the deal told the New York Times what “the true value of the deal” is, and said it might be worth even more. Follow it here.Controversial podcast host Joe Rogan may have received at least twice the amount of money in his Spotify deal than was initially reported - to the tune of $200 million. The JRE will debut on Spotify on September 1, 2020, and become exclusively available on the platform later this year. This partnership represents a major addition to the already unrivaled slate of exclusive audio content available to audiences on Spotify.

While Spotify will become the exclusive distributor of JRE, Rogan will maintain full creative control over the show. By partnering with Spotify, Rogan and his team will enjoy the support of the world’s leading audio platform.įrom his earliest days behind the mic, Joe has been a commentator, fixture, and driving force in culture helping to lay the foundation for the podcasting renaissance we are experiencing today.

In addition to the wildly popular podcast format, JRE also produces corresponding video episodes, which will also be available on Spotify as in-app vodcasts.īringing the JRE to Spotify will mean that the platform’s more than 286 million active users will have access to one of culture’s leading voices. Rogan brings his sensibilities as a stand-up comic to the show, and alongside dynamic and diverse guests, he fearlessly broaches far-ranging topics including neuroscience, sports, comedy, health, infectious disease, and our ever-changing culture-all with a mix of curiosity and humor. Since its launch in 2009, the pioneering Joe Rogan Experience (JRE) has broken ground and built one of the most loyal and engaged fan bases in the world. And, like all podcasts and vodcasts on Spotify, it will remain free and accessible to all Spotify users. The talk series has long been the most-searched-for podcast on Spotify and is the leading show on practically every other podcasting platform. The Joe Rogan Experience, one of the most popular podcasts in the world, is coming to Spotify via a multi-year exclusive licensing deal.
