Summary:
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MeidasTouch topples Joe Rogan as top YouTube podcast, focusing on pro-democracy journalism and investigative reporting on Trump’s ties to Epstein.
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124 million YouTube views in one month propel MeidasTouch above Rogan, marking a shift in online influence dynamics.
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While Rogan still reigns on Spotify, YouTube’s rapid momentum changes highlight a new era in podcasting dominance.
A surprising shake-up in podcasting: Joe Rogan, long the dominant force in the medium, has been knocked from the top of YouTube’s podcast rankings by MeidasTouch — a progressive, mission-driven media outlet. Founded in 2020 by brothers Ben, Brett, and Jordy Meiselas during the pandemic, MeidasTouch began as a political action committee aimed at stopping Trump’s re-election before evolving into a full-fledged media network. The trio, bringing backgrounds in law, video production, and marketing, now host a podcast described as “pro-democracy journalism,” with sharp commentary and rising visibility.
Their rise comes as they zero in on Trump’s alleged ties to Jeffrey Epstein, helping drive a reported 124 million YouTube views in just one month — far surpassing Rogan’s 39 million. While Rogan still dominates on platforms like Spotify, YouTube has become a key battleground for video podcasting, where momentum can shift fast. So while this may not be a permanent dethroning — as seen when Kylie Kelce briefly claimed the top spot last year — it’s a headline that signals changing tides in online influence.
