Steven Bartlett’s podcast closes in on Joe Rogan’s global lead

7/28 @ 9:20am by Morten Nielsen

Steven Bartlett is rapidly narrowing the gap with Joe Rogan as Diary Of A CEO becomes one of the world’s biggest podcasts

The Dragons’ Den investor gained 2.8 million subscribers between March and June, reaching 18.5 million, while Rogan’s audience remained close to 21 million

Bartlett’s production team has boosted its international reach by translating episodes almost immediately

However, the podcast has faced criticism over questionable health claims, advertising disclosures and allegations of allowing toxic masculinity to go unchallenged, including comments from former Love Island contestant Chris Williamson.