
Conservative commentator Ben Shapiro’s podcast reaches new heights with 100 million Spotify streams and prestigious industry awards.
At a Glance
- “The Ben Shapiro Show” received Spotify Creator Milestone Award for 100 million streams
- The podcast is syndicated on over 200 radio stations nationwide
- It won Best News Podcast at the iHeartRadio Podcast Awards
- The show has been ranked as the second-most popular podcast in the U.S.
Milestone Achievement in Streaming
“The Ben Shapiro Show,” hosted by the outspoken conservative commentator Ben Shapiro, has hit a remarkable milestone in digital media. The podcast recently surpassed 100 million streams on Spotify, earning it the prestigious Spotify Creator Milestone Award. This achievement places Shapiro’s show among the ranks of other top-tier podcasts like “The Joe Rogan Experience” and “Crime Junkie,” which have also received this recognition.
The Spotify Creator Milestone Awards are given quarterly to celebrate top engagement milestones, making this a significant indicator of the show’s popularity and reach. Notably, this marks the first time Spotify has publicly revealed streaming numbers for podcasters, underscoring the importance of Shapiro’s achievement in the competitive world of digital audio content.
From Digital Success to Radio Domination
The success of “The Ben Shapiro Show” extends beyond the digital realm. Launched in 2015 under The Daily Wire, the podcast quickly became one of the fastest-growing in its category. By 2017, it had climbed to become the second-most listened-to podcast on iTunes, surpassed only by Oprah Winfrey’s podcast at one point.
The show’s popularity led to its expansion into traditional radio. In April 2018, Westwood One began syndicating the podcast to radio stations, and by January 2019, it had grown into a three-hour show. The rapid growth continued, and by March 2019, “The Ben Shapiro Show” was being broadcast on over 200 stations nationwide, including in nine of the top ten markets.
Industry Recognition and Rankings
The podcast’s influence and reach have not gone unnoticed by industry observers. In 2018, POLITICO described the show as “massively popular,” a characterization that has proven accurate given its subsequent growth. In March 2019, Podtrac, a leading podcast analytics company, ranked “The Ben Shapiro Show” as the second-most popular podcast in the United States, further cementing its status as a major player in the news and commentary space.
The crowning achievement came in January 2019 when the show won the Best News Podcast Award at the inaugural iHeartRadio Podcast Awards. This recognition from peers and industry experts highlighted the show’s impact and its ability to engage with a wide-ranging audience on current events and political issues.
Shapiro has been a frequent target of liberal critics like MSNBC’s Joy Reid.
A Voice in Conservative Media
Ben Shapiro’s success with his podcast reflects a broader trend in media consumption, where audiences are increasingly turning to digital platforms for news and commentary. The show’s ability to attract such a large listenership speaks to Shapiro’s skill in connecting with his audience and providing content that resonates with conservative listeners.