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Rogan Declines Golden Globes Podcast Nod Over $500 Fee
30 Jan
Summary
- Joe Rogan refused to pay $500 to be considered for a Golden Globe award.
- He believes audience reach is more important than industry awards.
- Amy Poehler's podcast won the inaugural Golden Globe for Best Podcast.

Joe Rogan discussed his decision not to pursue a Golden Globe nomination for his podcast, 'The Joe Rogan Experience.' Organizers requested a $500 fee for submission to the newly established 'Best Podcast' category. Rogan stated he refused to pay the fee, prioritizing his show's consistent top rankings on platforms like Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube over industry accolades.
He asserted that his audience reach, evidenced by six consecutive years of being No. 1, negates the need for such awards. Comedian Amy Poehler's podcast, 'Good Hang,' won the inaugural award, a decision that sparked debate online. Rogan defended Poehler's win, acknowledging its merit.




