In this episode of PodBiz, NJ speaks with Danielle Bezalel, MPH, creator and host of Sex Ed with DB, about building a profitable show in a niche many advertisers won’t touch. Danielle shares how she earns up to $140,000 a year from her single podcast feed, not through massive reach, but by building strong sponsor relationships and packaging her podcast alongside other media assets.
As she puts it:
“The money in podcasting is in advertising and long-term sponsorships.”
We dive into the strategy, systems, and mindset behind her success, including:
Danielle Bezalel, MPH (she/her) is the Creator, Executive Producer, and Host of Sex Ed with DB — a smart, science-backed podcast delivering inclusive sex education from top experts in sex, sexuality, and pleasure. With a Master of Public Health from Columbia University and deep experience in the reproductive health space, Danielle helps bridge the gap between education, empowerment, and media strategy.
She lives in Oakland, CA and is available for live and virtual speaking engagements.
Learn more: sexedwithdb.com
Email: sexedwithdb@gmail.com
Follow: TikTok, Instagram, Threads, YouTube: @sexedwithdb
00:00 – Introduction | Meet Danielle Bezalel and her podcasting journey
05:30 – The Power of Niche | How focusing on a niche can attract sponsors
12:00 – Building Sponsor Relationships | The art of long-term sponsorships
20:00 – Creative Sponsorship Packages | Deliverables that add value
30:00 – Professionalism in Podcasting | Treating your podcast like a business
40:00 – Insights and Advice | Key takeaways for aspiring podcasters
“I’ve gone really hard on this niche because I know I’m an asset to these companies.”
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