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Written by DML
Below is a screenshot of the Apple Podcasts chart for news commentary.
Tucker Carlson, arguably the most successful cable news host in TV history, recently raised $15 million to advertise the Tucker Carlson Network. With his fame, relationship with Twitter (X) owner Elon Musk, and a mega-million-dollar ad budget, it’s no surprise to see him at #1 on the Apple Podcast chart for news commentary.
In the second and third spots are Dan Bongino and Megyn Kelly, both of whom spent years hosting shows on Fox News and are connected to major media networks. Bongino is associated with Cumulus, while Kelly is part of Sirius XM.
Charlie Kirk, the founder of Turning Point USA, who also has substantial marketing resources and frequent appearances on Fox News and other major programs, is at #4. New York Magazine is at #5, and The Daily Wire, a $200 million company, holds the #6 spot with Matt Walsh. Radio veteran Glenn Beck, who is nationally syndicated, and part of The Blaze media network is at #7.
The point is that the top 10 is dominated by big names with large budgets and substantial network support. In contrast, the Dennis Michael Lynch Podcast has no advertising budget. We spend $0 per year on marketing. I do not make media appearances, and I am blocked or significantly restricted on most social media platforms. So, when I announce that we’ve reached #9 on the Apple Podcast chart for news commentary, it underscores that we are a true grassroots program.
My sons and I are a three-person crew. These other shows have far more resources, both human and financial, and I do not deny they produce very good programs. However, our #9 ranking says something significant about the TeamDML movement and how powerful our podcast is for people who want to see Trump win the election.
On behalf of my sons, I thank you for helping us reach #9. I do not make a single dollar from this achievement; in fact, I lose money on the podcast. Unlike other shows with large sponsors and hefty salaries, I do not sell ads or read copy for advertisers. No one pays me. I do this because I want to help my country and contribute to winning the election.
If you have subscribed on Apple Podcasts, I ask you to please do so sooner than later. Click here to do it — it costs nothing.
