Why Joe Rogan’s Spotify Deal Renewal Worth Up to $250 Million, Podcast Will No Longer Be Exclusive to the Platform

The Joe Rogan Experience,” which is said to be worth up to $250 million. Under the new pact

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Rogan’s popular show — which has been exclusively available on Spotify for three years — will now be available on other audio platforms

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In addition to continued availability on Spotify, Rogan’s show will soon be available on additional services, including Apple Podcasts

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Amazon Music and YouTube. The move comes under Spotify’s revised strategy to give up exclusive streaming rights in favor of broader distribution

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which the company kicked off in 2023. The Wall Street Journal first reported Spotify’s $250 million renewal with Rogan

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Spotify said it will work closely with Rogan and his team “to continue to maximize the audience of the show across platforms

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Under the new pact, Spotify will handle distribution and ad sales for the podcast

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