Let's Talk Money

[erictimmer]

So, I am trying to figure out what is the going amount a co-host or guest host makes. I know this varies but maybe a baseline amount or a way to calculate it.

I also know that a lot of us do it for free but what are people making on the bigger shows?

[andrewzarian]

Well it depends on how much money you are making from the show and how much work your co-host is putting into it

[Podnutter]

If you pay by the hour then 10 dollars per show isnt that bad (considering its a 1 hour show)

[erictimmer]

$10 an hour lol. Would you do a show for $10 an hour??

[Podnutter]

I would do it for free because it is a passion of mine.I think its insane to ask for money if no money is being made. Most "Podcasters" are not making a dime from this. I think many people would be very happy with 10 dollars an hour to sit and bs.

[andrewzarian]

I think it really comes down to how much money the show is making. If you are making a grand a week from a show 10 dollars obviously is not enough... but if you are making nothing then 10 dollars is too much

[erictimmer]

I guess that's the best answer. I guess depending on if the host this is a guest or a part of the show comes into the equation too.

[andrewzarian]

Eric were you considering paying for a cohost?

[erictimmer]

I was approached before I left Japan and they wanted a figure. Had to decline because they wanted someone in the Japan timezone.

I would pay if I thought it would lead to something, I wanted quality talent, or if the other party did the production, etc.

[andrewzarian]

Would love to hear from other people if they pay their cohosts