Question 1

Who is Unplugged Studios for?

Accepted Answer

Established independent podcasters with a real audience and a real point of view who are ready to turn their show into a sustainable business. Audience size, consistency, and craft are all part of how we evaluate applications.

Question 2

How much does it cost?

Accepted Answer

Nothing upfront. We work on revenue share - when you make money, we make money. Full terms are in your network agreement.

Question 3

Do I have to switch hosting?

Accepted Answer

We host all network shows on SimpleCast for unified analytics and dynamic ad stitching. We handle the migration for you.

Question 4

Do I keep ownership of my show?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You own your show, your brand, your audience, and your IP. We're a partner, not a buyer.

Question 5

How does the AI review work?

Accepted Answer

When you apply, we use AI to summarize your public profile, audience, and content quality to help our team make a decision faster. A human always makes the final call.

Question 6

How long does the application take?

Accepted Answer

About 5 minutes to fill out. We respond within 7 days.

Question 7

What if I'm earlier in my journey?

Accepted Answer

We're selective in who we bring on at any given moment, but the network grows over time. Apply when you feel you're ready - and reapply down the road if the timing isn't right today.

Questions, answered.