Steven Bartlett’s podcast achieves a historic milestone as the first UK-produced show to hit 1 billion views and listens.
- Launched in 2017, the podcast started as audio-first and has evolved significantly over the years.
- High-profile guests including Simon Cowell, Jada Pinkett-Smith, and Boris Johnson have featured on the show.
- The podcast’s success is attributed to Bartlett’s passion and a dedicated team of 50.
- Flight Studio credits the podcast’s influence in shaping its current methodologies.
Steven Bartlett’s Diary of a CEO podcast has marked a significant achievement as the first UK-produced podcast to surpass 1 billion views and listens. This milestone, confirmed by Flight Story, reflects the podcast’s growing popularity across major platforms like Apple, Spotify, and YouTube.
Originally launched in 2017 as audio-first content, the podcast has undergone a remarkable transformation. It now includes diverse formats and guest appearances from notable figures such as Simon Cowell, Jada Pinkett-Smith, Boris Johnson, Seth Rogan, Maisie Williams, Thierry Henry, and Richard Branson.
Speaking on this achievement, Steven Bartlett expressed his humility and pride, recognizing the podcast’s incredible growth from a simple project. He stated, “I am truly humbled—and incredibly proud—to hit the one billion mark. It’s frankly unfathomable to me.” Bartlett attributes the success to a highly talented team and the engaging guests and listeners worldwide.
Currently, the podcast holds the position of Europe’s top podcast and ranks as the second largest globally on YouTube. With nearly 600 episodes published, the show continues to capture the attention of a vast audience.
Georgie Holt, CEO of Flight Studio, highlighted the podcast’s role in the studio’s innovative approach. “The phenomenal global success of Steven and the Diary Of A CEO team has enabled every core component and methodology behind our new company, Flight Studio,” Holt remarked. This success has been pivotal in energizing global audiences around influential ideas.
Steven Bartlett’s Diary of a CEO podcast has reached an unprecedented level of success, setting a new benchmark in the world of UK-produced podcasts.
