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Tony Pastor
Co-founder of podcast company Goalhanger and former TV/production executive who built hit shows such as The Rest Is History and The Rest Is Politics; discusses podcast strategy, membership and video expansion in this episode.
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Nov 3, 2025
• 31min
Goalhanger co-founder: ‘I’ve stepped in to stop Alastair Campbell and Rory Stewart arguing’
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Tony Pastor, co-founder of Goalhanger and former TV exec, shares insights on the robust growth of podcasts during the pandemic. He reveals how chemistry testing among hosts makes shows like *The Rest Is Politics* successful. Tony discusses how niche subjects keep audiences engaged and the myth of young listeners preferring short content. He also emphasizes the importance of membership revenue, which elevates quality, and recounts intervening in heated debates between Rory Stewart and Alastair Campbell, showcasing the art of managing host dynamics.
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