Spotify renews Joe Rogan deal worth up to $250 million, but removes exclusivity allowing distribution on Apple, YouTube, marking shift in podcast landscape and cementing Rogan’s influence. The new multiyear deal represents a strategic pivot for Spotify, giving up podcast exclusivity in favor …
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Rock legend Neil Young issues ultimatum to Spotify saying “They can have Rogan or Young. Not both,” protesting platform’s hosting of COVID misinformation, triggering artist exodus
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Dr. Robert Malone on Rogan’s podcast falsely claims vaccines increase COVID risk and compares pandemic response to Nazi Germany through a discredited psychological theory, reaching 11 million listeners. The episode sparked major controversy, with 270 medical professionals demanding Spotify …
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Podcaster Joe Rogan revealed he contracted COVID-19 and treated himself with ivermectin, a veterinary anti-parasitic drug not approved for COVID treatment, amplifying dangerous medical misinformation to his massive audience of 11 million listeners. The incident led to significant public health …
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