We're a different kind of podcast network. We find exciting podcasts and offer cash upfront to acquire a meaningful stake. Then we work alongside you to grow your podcast into a multi-million dollar media business.

If you're a podcaster with thousands of downloads per month, you're probably juggling multiple jobs day-to-day.

Growth marketerScriptwriterPodcast hostProducerPublicistAd sales managerSound engineerGuest bookerCommunity managerVideo editorEntrepreneurAudio editorAccountantWeb developerSEO expertSocial media managerBloggerGraphic designerRSS feed expert

We want to make launching, producing, growing, and monetizing shows easier. We'll streamline your work, so you can focus on what you love doing. We can help you with:

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  • Creative Direction
  • Show Development
  • Host Coaching
  • Audio Editing & Production
  • Video Editing & Production
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  • Marketing Strategy
  • Content Creation
  • Social Media Management
  • Brand Partnerships
  • Guest Booking
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  • SEO Optimization
  • Web Design & Development
  • Brand Extension
  • Ad Sales
  • Accounting

We're hyper-focused on your success. When you join Racket, you can tap any of our resources to make your show more efficient, faster growing, and resonate deeper with audiences.

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In Person Creative Sprints

We’ll fly you to our HQ in Bend, Oregon so you can meet and work alongside our team of creative minds.

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Equipment, Setup, & Training

We’ll provide a collection of gear customized for you and teach you how to use them, so the world can love the way you sound as much as what you have to say.

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Editing & Post Production

We know that this can be the most tedious part of the process, but we happen to love it.

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Video Expertise

We can help you add a video element to your podcast, so your show can reach even more people on YouTube.

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Music Library

Jazz, EDM, classical--we’ll find you something you like. Make your podcast sound fresh and unique.

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Outreach Management

We’ll take on guest scheduling and coordination, so your guests have a great time and you can focus on having a great interview.

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Ad Sales Partner

If you need an ad sales partner, we will do all the selling, so you can get back to creating amazing content.

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Marketing Support

We know how to make podcasts grow fast, and we’re here to help make it happen for you.

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Website Revamp

We can help you add a video element to your podcast, so your show can reach even more people on YouTube.

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Growth Strategy

Film, TV, touring, merch, publishing, and more. We can help you figure out what growth looks like for you.

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Company Credit Card

We’ll set you up with a company credit card in your name to use for any pre-approved expenses for your show.

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Equity in Racket

Each podcaster in our network gets equity in Racket as a whole, which creates alignment with the broader network.

We're a nimble, multifaceted team with experience building and running media businesses from WarnerMedia to Inside.com and producing award-winning content like The Last Blockbuster.

Austin Petersmith
Austin Petersmith
CEO
Stu Smith
Stu Smith
COO
Zeke Kamm
Zeke Kamm
VP Development & Content Strategy
Amy Zheng
Amy Zheng
Marketing Lead
Sarah Zhang
Sarah Zhang
Product Lead
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We're backed by top firms, investors, and advisors who have helped scale major media companies like Audible and Wondery and reach global audiences of millions across social media.

Greycroft
Foundation Capital
LightShed Ventures
LAUNCH
Loup Ventures
Tribe Capital
American Public Media
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