Lex Friedman

Lex Friedman, a podcast industry veteran and founder of Lex Friedman Consulting, shares his journey through the ever-evolving podcast landscape. He discusses early challenges in podcast advertising and highlights his role in launching Midroll, navigating pivotal acquisitions like Stitcher, and his decision to turn down Spotify for family time. Lex candidly critiques industry consolidation and emphasizes the resilience of indie creators, offering a cautiously optimistic outlook on the future of podcasting.