What Evergreen Podcasts does

Evergreen Podcasts, operating under parent Front Porch Media Company, is a Cleveland, Ohio-based full-service podcast production studio and independent podcast network founded in 2018. The company combines in-house original podcast development (FIVE MINUTE NEWS, American Criminal, Disturbed: True Horror Stories, Pit Pass Indy, Newbies, Warriors In Their Own Words, Chris DeMakes A Podcast, Conflicted, GenXGrownUp, Next Best Picture) with branded podcast production for external organizations, video podcast production, on-site event podcast production, and a Cleveland-based five-studio recording facility.

The technology stack centers on professional audio/video capture in the owned Cleveland production facility (2644 St. Clair Ave NE, renovated 2021), RSS-based hosting with automated distribution to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, Amazon Music, and Google Podcasts, and Megaphone for impression-level analytics, audience demographics, UTM tracking, and promotional-code conversion attribution. The network has assembled a catalog of 300+ shows through organic growth and a 2024 acquisition spree (Converge Podcast Network, Independent Podcast Network/New Mommy Media, Rhapsody Voices, Disturbed: True Horror Stories, Practical Stoicism).

The business model is a hybrid of four revenue streams: (1) branded podcast production sold on multi-year enterprise contracts with a six-episode minimum and pricing in the five-figure to low six-figure annual range; (2) podcast advertising and sponsorships sold on a CPM basis with minimum one-month campaigns, sold across the network to brand advertisers; (3) monthly recurring studio-tier packages (Audio Essentials/Premium, Video Essentials/Premium); and (4) network partnership monetization for independent creators on revenue-share. Sales motion is enterprise field sales plus channel partners. The company is privately held, has no disclosed venture capital or private equity financing beyond a 2020 Lake Effect Radio investment of approximately $500,000, and reports 11-50 employees with a global footprint across the USA, India, and Japan.

Name

Evergreen Podcasts

Legal name

Front Porch Media Company

Website

https://evergreenpodcasts.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2018

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Evergreen Podcasts is a Cleveland-based full-service podcast production studio and independent network producing branded podcasts, original shows, and advertising across 300+ programs for brands, advertisers, and independent creators globally.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Podcast Production Services

NAICS

Other Sound Recording Industries (512290), Sound Recording Studios (51224), Media Streaming Distribution Services, Social Networks, and Other Media Networks and Content Providers (51621)

SIC

Services-Motion Picture & Video Tape Production (7812)

akta.pro primary industry

Podcast Networks & Studio Platforms (MPAIADAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Enterprise Audio Publishing & Private Podcast Platforms (MPAIADAI), Podcast Hosting & Enterprise Solutions (Private/Branded Podcasts) (MPACADAF), Audio Production & Podcasting (BPAFAIAE), Podcast Ad Sales Networks & Monetization Platforms (MPACADAD)

Keywords

• Podcast production services
• Branded podcast production
• Podcast network advertising
• Podcast recording studios
• Video podcast production

Headquarters

HQ city

Cleveland

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Podcast Advertising & Sponsorship: Host-read ads, dynamic ad insertion, sponsored segments, and multi-episode sponsorships across the Evergreen network of podcasts. CPM-based pricing with rates varying by show performance, ad format, targeting, and campaign scope. Minimum one-month campaign, recommended three-month duration. Includes pre-roll, mid-roll, and post-roll ad placements.
2. Branded Podcast Production: Full-service branded podcast production for organizations including strategy, concept development, recording, editing, video, publishing, marketing, and performance analytics. Most professionally produced branded podcasts fall within a five-figure to low six-figure annual range. Minimum six-episode buy-in required.
3. Network Partnership / Podcast Monetization: Partners with established podcasts providing hosting, analytics, distribution to Apple, Spotify, YouTube, and beyond, plus connection to premium advertisers and sponsorships. Revenue sharing and sponsorship management for network partner shows.
4. Recording Studio Services: Podcast recording studio rental and production packages including Audio Essentials, Audio Premium, Video Essentials, and Video Premium tiers. Services include remote recording sessions, premium audio editing, RSS hosting, distribution, guest booking, content consultation, marketing assets, and human/AI transcripts.
5. Event Podcast Production: On-site podcast and video production services for conferences, trade shows, and live events. Capture of interviews, short-form promotional clips, and conference-driven conversations with optional post-production. Partners with organizations like PeopleForward Network for event coverage.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Evergreen Podcasts is a full-service podcast production studio and independent podcast network that produces, distributes, and monetizes audio and video podcasts. The company offers branded podcast production for organizations, recording studio access, podcast advertising sales, video podcast production, event podcast production, and network partnerships to independent creators, distributing content to Apple, Spotify, YouTube, and Amazon Music.

Product overview

Evergreen Podcasts is a full-service podcast production studio and global podcast network based in Cleveland, Ohio, established in 2018. The company operates as a unified platform combining original podcast development, branded podcast production services, professional recording studios, advertising services, video podcast production, event production, and network partnership programs. The core offering includes in-house developed Original Podcasts alongside Client & Branded Podcasts produced for external brands, supported by five professional recording studios in Cleveland. The product portfolio spans podcast production from concept through distribution and analytics, including audio and video formats. Evergreen's network distributes content across major platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and Amazon Music. The company has acquired multiple podcast networks including Converge Podcast Network (2024), Independent Podcast Network (2024), and Rhapsody Voices (late 2024), expanding their catalog to over 300 shows.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• New Mommy Media: Parent-focused podcast network acquired as part of Independent Podcast Network, featuring shows on pregnancy, breastfeeding, and newborn care including Newbies, Preggie Pals, Parent Savers, The Boob Group, and Twin Talks

Products and services

• Podcast Production Services Full-service podcast production covering concept development, strategy, scripting, recording, editing, distribution, and analytics optimization for audio-only or audio+video formats.
• Branded Podcasts Custom podcast production sold to brands and organizations to support marketing objectives, establishing thought leadership through executive interviews, industry roundtables, narrative storytelling, and educational series; typically bundled as multi-episode (minimum six) annual engagements in a five-figure to low six-figure range.
• Podcast Recording Studio (Cleveland) Five soundproof recording studios in Cleveland, Ohio for professional audio and video podcast recording, with production support, equipment, and flexible configurations offered as Audio Essentials, Audio Premium, Video Essentials, and Video Premium monthly packages.
• Podcast Advertising Services Host-read podcast ads, sponsored segments, custom sponsorship packages, and multi-channel promotional campaigns across the Evergreen Podcast Network, with audience targeting, impression tracking, and conversion analysis on a CPM model.
• Video Podcast Production Multi-camera video recording, professional lighting, audio synchronization, and content capture for YouTube, LinkedIn, and other social platforms, including editing and distribution services.
• Event Podcast Production On-site podcast and video production services for conferences, trade shows, and live events, including interview space setup, professional cameras, lighting, audio, live recording, and optional post-production.
• Podcast Network Partnerships Network partnership program for established independent podcasts, providing monetization, hosting, analytics, distribution, production, and marketing support in exchange for revenue share.
• FIVE MINUTE NEWS Award-winning daily world news podcast hosted by Anthony Davis, providing five-minute international current events coverage with unbiased reporting.
• American Criminal True crime podcast exploring historical criminal cases, from assassins and gangsters to killers and con artists, uncovering real characters and events behind the headlines.
• Disturbed: True Horror Stories True crime podcast featuring terrifying horror stories including kidnappings, serial killers, and real-life criminal cases submitted by listeners.
• Pit Pass Indy IndyCar motorsports podcast hosted by veteran journalist Bruce Martin, featuring exclusive interviews with the sport's biggest names and on-the-ground race access.
• Newbies Podcast guiding new mothers through their baby's first year, featuring honest conversations about postpartum life, newborn care, and the realities of early motherhood.
• Warriors In Their Own Words Documentary-style podcast featuring remarkable stories of war told by veterans and military personnel who fought for their nations.
• Chris DeMakes A Podcast Music-focused podcast where Chris DeMakes of Less Than Jake discusses songwriting with various guests from the world of music.
• Conflicted History podcast where host Zach Cornwell takes a hard look at historical conflicts that raise difficult questions and explore significant events that shaped societies.
• GenXGrownUp Generation X-focused podcast exploring pop culture, music, movies, games, and nostalgia from the 70s, 80s, and early 90s.
• Next Best Picture Film-focused podcast reviewing the latest movie releases and discussing topics within the world of film and awards season predictions.

Quantifiable outcome

• 106% increase in monthly downloads (Converge Podcast Network acquisition)
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers18 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor and major.

• PeopleForward NetworkcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 June 2026Strategic partnership between Evergreen Podcasts and PeopleForward Network (founded by Nikki Lewallen Gregory) combining podcast production expertise with people-first storytelling. PeopleForward Network specializes in helping organizations turn podcasting into business growth. The partnership brings together production infrastructure and strategic expertise to help brands create meaningful business impact through content.
• Rhapsody VoicescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 February 2025Evergreen Podcasts acquired Rhapsody in late 2024 and announced an expanded IP partnership with Rhapsody Voices and Airship for the true crime podcast 'American Criminal.' The expanded partnership includes shared IP ownership of the show. American Criminal reached over 2 million downloads in its first year. Executives from all three companies expressed optimism about reaching new audiences.
• AirshipcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 February 2025Expanded three-way partnership (Evergreen Podcasts, Rhapsody Voices, Airship) for the true crime podcast 'American Criminal' including shared IP ownership. This is the first major announcement following Evergreen's acquisition of Rhapsody in late 2024.
• Practical Stoicism (Tanner Campbell)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 December 2024Acquisition of Practical Stoicism podcast and retention of host Tanner Campbell, who will focus on content creation. The podcast explores Stoic philosophy and its practical application and attracts a highly engaged audience.
• Independent Podcast Network (IPN)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 14 August 2024Acquisition of Independent Podcast Network (IPN) which produces parenting podcasts. The expansion enhances Evergreen's Kids & Family channel and adds original IP including five podcasts under New Mommy Media (Newbies, Preggie Pals, Parent Savers, The Boob Group, Twin Talks).
• Converge Podcast NetworkmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 March 2024Acquisition of Converge Podcast Network, a provider of family-friendly and faith-based content, marking Evergreen's fifth and largest acquisition to date. The deal resulted in a 106% increase in monthly downloads since August 2023. Evergreen aims to increase Converge's reach to similar download levels within two years while maintaining its brand identity, supported by enhanced platform and marketing resources.
• Disturbed: True Horror StoriesminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 January 2024Acquisition of the true crime podcast 'Disturbed: True Horror Stories' to expand Evergreen's portfolio. The podcast features real horror stories shared by listeners, with new episodes released weekly. Announced in Cleveland, Ohio.
• Sound Talent MediacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEvergreen partners with Sound Talent Media for Chris DeMakes A Podcast and their growing network of 25+ shows focused on music and lifestyle. Sound Talent Media is an innovative podcast network connecting and supporting content creators with a curated network of podcasts covering diverse topics in music and lifestyle.
• Ideastream Public MediacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership with Ideastream Public Media (NPR affiliate) to produce 'Living For We' podcast. The show achieved great numbers and won numerous awards including a Webby Award. Season 2 partnership with Evergreen's marketing and production teams elevated the podcast to new heights with collaborative, highly adaptable support and clear goals.
• Penske (Truck Rental, Entertainment Corp)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerPenske Truck Rental returned as presenting sponsor of Pit Pass Indy podcast for the 2026 NTT INDYCAR SERIES season. Penske Entertainment Corp. (Roger Penske) owns the NTT INDYCAR SERIES, Indianapolis Motor Speedway, and fields Team Penske. The sponsorship runs March through September 2026, culminating at Laguna Seca.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Direct peers

• Wondery: Wondery (owned by Amazon) is one of the largest independent-originating podcast networks, producing and distributing premium narrative and interview podcasts. Direct peer to Evergreen in network size, branded content production, and ad-sales model, though backed by Amazon capital.
• Pushkin Industries: Pushkin Industries is a premium podcast production company known for high-end narrative and branded podcasts (founded by Malcolm Gladwell). Closely comparable to Evergreen's branded podcast business model and network-ownership approach.
• Gimlet Media: Gimlet Media (owned by Spotify) is a podcast production studio and network producing narrative and branded podcasts. Directly comparable to Evergreen in production-led network model, though now operating as a Spotify-owned label rather than an independent.
• Acast: Acast is a global podcast hosting, monetization, and distribution platform serving independent creators and networks. Comparable to Evergreen's network partnership program, hosting/distribution layer, and sponsorship monetization offering.
• Audacy (Cadence13 / Pineapple Street): Audacy operates Cadence13 and Pineapple Street Studios as podcast production and network divisions. Comparable to Evergreen in branded and original podcast production, plus network advertising sales, at a larger scale.

Broad incumbents

• iHeartPodcasts: iHeartPodcasts is the podcast division of iHeartMedia, distributing thousands of shows across a massive radio-broadcaster distribution base. Broad incumbent with overlapping capabilities in original podcast production, network partnerships, and host-read advertising at a much larger scale than Evergreen.
• Stitcher (SiriusXM): Stitcher, part of SiriusXM, is a podcast network and platform producing original shows and distributing third-party podcasts. Broad incumbent overlapping with Evergreen's production and network distribution capabilities.

Emerging players

• Cast Iron Productions: Cast Iron Productions is a boutique branded podcast production agency serving B2B brands. Emerging player with strong overlap on Evergreen's branded podcast production service line, but no large network or advertising offering.
• Jar Audio: Jar Audio is a Canadian podcast agency specializing in branded podcast production for associations and enterprises. Emerging player with comparable branded-podcast service model to Evergreen's enterprise production offering, but smaller network.

Others

• Libsyn: Libsyn is one of the largest independent podcast hosting and distribution platforms. Infrastructure-level comparable to Evergreen's hosting and RSS distribution layer (which Evergreen outsources to Megaphone); adjacent rather than directly competitive.

Market position

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Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles21 records

Subsidiaries5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds2 records

Investors2 records

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M&A5 records

Investments2 records

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