The Front Porch Media Network

What The Front Porch Media Network does

The Front Porch Media Network operates Evergreen Podcasts, a Cleveland-based full-service podcast production company and independent podcast network founded in 2018 (firmographics cite 2017; the company's own materials consistently cite 2018). The business operates three integrated lines: (1) full-service production for brands and organizations (strategy, recording, editing, and distribution to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, Amazon, iHeartRadio, and other major platforms), with production executed either remotely or in five soundproof Cleveland studios housed in a building purchased and renovated in 2021; (2) a podcast network of 300-plus shows across true crime, news, motorsports, history, and entertainment genres, including award-winning franchises such as Chris DeMakes A Podcast, Conflicted, and FIVE MINUTE NEWS; and (3) monetization infrastructure for independent podcasters, including hosting, analytics via Megaphone, and access to advertisers and sponsorship deals.

The technical stack is anchored on the Megaphone podcast hosting and analytics platform for audience demographics, impressions, and unique listener tracking, with automated RSS distribution validated and pushed across all major listening apps. Production capabilities include multi-camera video, professional lighting, broadcast-quality audio editing, and motion graphics; the sole AI capability is AI-driven transcription bundled into video packages. Award validation includes a Webby (2025), multiple Muse Creative Awards (2021-2023), a Communicator Award (2020), a W3 Award (2023), and a Purple Ribbon Award (2026), supporting the company's positioning on production quality rather than proprietary technology.

Revenue is generated through four streams: branded podcast production services priced in the five-figure to low-six-figure annual range on multi-year contracts; network partnership revenue share on advertising and sponsorships; direct podcast advertising sales (host-read ads, pre-roll, mid-roll, and post-roll with dynamic insertion and CPM pricing); and studio rental and production packages at the Cleveland facility. The go-to-market combines direct sales, a network partner recruitment channel, event-driven capture partnerships (e.g., CultureCon West), and a content/community funnel via the Everything Evergreen newsletter and major social platforms. The customer base spans Fortune-tier advertisers (HelloFresh, Audible, BetterHelp, College Board, Headspace, Manscaped), branded-podcast clients across financial services, technology, public media, legal, wealth management, and nonprofit sectors, and independent podcast creators seeking monetization support. The company has raised $2.2M in disclosed funding (2018) and acquired Pit Pass Moto to seed its motorsports vertical, which remains anchored by a multi-year Penske Truck Rental sponsorship.

Name

The Front Porch Media Network

Legal name

Front Porch Media Network

Website

https://evergreenpodcasts.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2018

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Front Porch Media Network operates Evergreen Podcasts, a Cleveland-based full-service podcast production company and independent podcast network offering branded podcast production, network partnerships, advertising sales, and professional recording studio services to brands, organizations, and independent creators globally.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Podcast Production Services

NAICS

Other Sound Recording Industries (51229), 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), Radio Broadcasting Stations (4832), Services-Advertising (7310)

akta.pro primary industry

Podcast Networks & Studio Platforms (MPAIADAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Podcast Networks & Multi-Show Publishers (MPACADAB), Podcast Hosting & Enterprise Solutions (Private/Branded Podcasts) (MPACADAF), Podcast Ad Sales Networks & Monetization Platforms (MPACADAD), Audio Production & Podcasting (BPAFAIAE)

Keywords

• Podcast production services
• Branded podcast studio
• Podcast advertising network
• Audio content production
• Podcast recording studio

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. Branded Podcast Production Services: Full-service podcast production for brands and organizations including strategy, concept development, recording, editing, distribution, and marketing support. Investment ranges from five-figure to low six-figure annual range depending on format, frequency, video integration, and scope of support.
2. Network Partnership Revenue Share: Monetization partnerships with established podcasters through sponsorship opportunities, advertising partnerships, and revenue streams aligned with audience. Evergreen manages hosting, analytics, and distribution while connecting podcasts with premium advertisers.
3. Podcast Advertising and Sponsorship: Host-read podcast ads, sponsored podcast segments, and custom sponsorship packages for brands. CPM-based pricing model with dynamic ad insertion. Advertisers gain access to millions of listeners across multiple countries, industries, demographics, and interests.
4. Studio Rental and Recording Services: Recording studio rental with flexible packages from audio-only sessions to complete production packages including editing, publishing, distribution, and marketing support.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

The Front Porch Media Network (operating as Evergreen Podcasts) is a Cleveland-based full-service podcast production studio and independent podcast network. It produces and distributes branded podcasts for organizations, develops and monetizes original shows across multiple genres, offers network partnerships to independent creators, rents professional recording studios, sells podcast advertising and sponsorship, and provides video and on-site event podcast production services.

Product overview

Evergreen Podcasts is a full-service podcast production studio and global podcast network based in Cleveland, Ohio, operating as part of Front Porch Media Network. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio including Branded Podcasts (full-service production for organizations), Original Podcasts (in-house developed shows across true crime, news, entertainment, motorsports, and history genres), Network Partnerships (monetization and growth program for established podcasts), and Podcast Recording Studio Cleveland (five soundproof recording studios with professional equipment). Additional offerings include Video Podcast Production, Event Podcast Production, and Podcast Advertising & Sponsorship services with host-read ads, geotargeting, and programmatic advertising. The studio also offers tiered service packages (Audio Essentials, Audio Premium, Video Essentials, Video Premium) and distributes content across Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and other major platforms.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• The HONOR Project: Heroes of Our Nation On Record - a documentary project preserving veteran stories, partnered with Evergreen Podcasts to present these histories.

Products and services

• Branded Podcasts Full-service branded podcast production for organizations, including pre-production planning, recording in Cleveland studios or remotely, post-production editing and mixing, and distribution to major podcast platforms. Designed for brands seeking to build authority and engage audiences through long-form audio content.
• Network Partnerships Monetization and growth partnership program for established podcasts, offering sponsorship opportunities, production and marketing services, hosting, analytics, and distribution across major listening platforms such as Apple, Spotify, YouTube, and beyond.
• Original Podcasts In-house developed podcasts across genres including true crime (American Criminal, Disturbed), news (FIVE MINUTE NEWS), entertainment (The RR Show, Bridechilla), motorsports (Pit Pass Indy), and history (Warriors In Their Own Words, Conflicted).
• Podcast Recording Studio Cleveland Professional Cleveland recording facility with five soundproof podcast studios, multi-camera video production capabilities, professional lighting and audio equipment, and production control rooms located at 2644 St. Clair Avenue, Cleveland, OH.
• Podcast Advertising & Sponsorship Host-read podcast ads, sponsored segments, and sponsorship campaigns with audience reach across multiple countries and industries including Business, Finance, Technology, Healthcare, True Crime, and Motorsports, sold on a CPM basis with dynamic ad insertion and geotargeting.
• Video Podcast Production Multi-camera recording, professional lighting, audio synchronization, and content capture for YouTube, LinkedIn, and social media, with AI transcripts and final MP4 delivery, designed to extend branded and original podcasts into video formats.
• Event Podcast Production On-site podcast production for conferences and live events including interview space setup, professional cameras, lighting, and audio with optional post-production support; example engagements include CultureCon West.

Quantifiable outcome

• 61% of listeners said a branded podcast made them more favorable towards the brand
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers19 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

Integration5 records

AI capability2 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• PeopleForward NetworkcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 June 2026Strategic partnership combining PeopleForward Network's expertise in workplace storytelling with Evergreen Podcasts' diverse network and creative experience. The collaboration helps brands and business leaders grow their voice and connect with new audiences. PeopleForward Network specializes in helping organizations turn podcasting into business growth through thought leadership, community building, and digital media.
• Sound Talent MediaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership for Chris DeMakes A Podcast. Sound Talent Media is an innovative podcast network with more than 25 shows focused on music and lifestyle content. The partnership brings Chris DeMakes A Podcast to a wider audience through Sound Talent Media's curated network.
• The HONOR ProjectcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for Warriors In Their Own Words podcast. The HONOR Project (Heroes of Our Nation On Record) has been recording and archiving veteran stories since 1991. The partnership presents important military histories with Evergreen Podcasts providing production and distribution expertise.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Wondery: Amazon-owned podcast network producing original shows (e.g., Dr. Death) plus branded content and advertising sales. Most structurally comparable competitor to Evergreen in combining a large original-show catalog with branded-podcast production and ad monetization.
• Pushkin Industries: Independent podcast company (Jacob Weisberg, Malcolm Gladwell) producing premium original shows plus branded content for enterprises. Closely comparable to Evergreen on independent positioning, high-quality production, and branded-content focus.
• Lemonada Media: Independent podcast network producing original shows across lifestyle and society genres plus a partnership program for outside creators. Direct comparable to Evergreen on independent network model with both original content and partner-show distribution.
• The Roost Podcast Network: Independent podcast network combining a branded-content studio with original shows in culture, tech, and society. Direct comparable to Evergreen on the bundled network-plus-production business model.
• Gimlet Media: Podcast production company behind shows such as Serial and Reply All, now owned by Spotify. Direct comparable to Evergreen on original podcast production, branded content, and storytelling-driven catalog.
• Midroll Media: Podcast advertising network and production company, now part of SiriusXM. Closely comparable to Evergreen on podcast ad sales, network partnerships, and full-service production.
• American Public Media (APM Studios): Public radio network producing original podcasts (e.g., Marketplace) and branded content for organizations. Comparable to Evergreen on producing award-winning original shows plus organizational branded content, though operating on a non-profit/affiliate model.

Broad incumbents

• iHeartPodcasts: The largest U.S. podcast publisher, backed by iHeartMedia's radio broadcasting infrastructure. Competes with Evergreen for ad dollars and show distribution but operates at much greater scale as a radio-incumbent extension.
• Audacy / Cadence13: Audacy-owned podcast network and branded-content studio originally built from Cadence13. Direct comparable to Evergreen on branded-podcast production and network advertising, scaled within a larger radio conglomerate.
• Stitcher (SiriusXM): Podcast platform and original-show producer owned by SiriusXM. Comparable to Evergreen on podcast hosting, distribution, and original content production but operating inside a larger media conglomerate.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/front_porch_ppl
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@evergreenpodcasts
• Facebookfacebook.com/thefrontporchpeople
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/the-front-porch-people
• Instagraminstagram.com/streamevergreen

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A1 record

Investments

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