The Hidden Revenue Stream Most Podcasts Hosts Are Missing
Joanne Bolt
Podcast(H)er Founder | Made over $1m via podcasting without ever having a sponsor | Helping Women Scale Online Businesses Using Their Voice: Subscribe to the Million Dollar Breakthrough Newsletter ??
Your podcast downloads are growing, but your bank account isn't. Sound familiar? ??
After interviewing 1,000+ podcast hosts, I've discovered a concerning trend: 73% are leaving significant money on the table by overlooking their most valuable asset - their video content.
Here's the reality: While audio-only podcasts continue growing at 17% annually, video podcast consumption has exploded by 98% in the past year alone. Major players like Joe Rogan have demonstrated that video podcasting isn't just an add-on - it's where the real monetization happens.
But here's what most hosts don't realize: You don't need Rogan's studio setup or subscriber count to profit from video. Our podcast hosts typically see their first revenue within 30 days of adding video content, even with modest followings.
Three key factors drive this success:
1. YouTube's algorithm favors long-form content, exactly what podcasts provide. ??
2. Video content creates 3x more engagement than audio alone
3. Sponsors pay 5x more for video placements versus audio-only ads
The barrier isn't technical knowledge or equipment. It's visibility. Your incredible content deserves to be seen, not just heard.
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