Founder's Story
Founder's Story, published by IBH Media, interviews entrepreneurs and business figures about the doubts, setbacks and turning points behind their success. It has 387 episodes released about every 2.4 days, typically around 38 minutes long. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode (estimated), with a rate of $90 to $625 per episode.
Long-form founder interviews with an engaged business audience and a deep back catalogue
- 387 episodes released about every 2.4 days give sustained presence
- Guests include well-known names such as Gary V, Tony Hawk and Codie Sanchez alongside emerging founders
- Apple rating of 4.2 from 237 ratings signals a loyal listener base
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- interview, long-form conversation
- Tone
- candid, motivational
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 20 to 55 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- IBH Media
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the show is published by IBH Media and hosted on Simplecast with no funding links.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Recent titles cover business, finance and personal stories with no explicit flag set in the feed.
We classify content, never people. No age, gender, ethnicity, religion or political views are inferred about the creator. Audience figures are estimates unless marked verified. Creators can correct anything on their profile.
Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | bleav.com/shows/founders-story/ |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1505698509 |
| RSS feed | feeds.simplecast.com/NVPdHs07 |
Benchmark score: 72 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Nobel Prize Economist: 3 Choices Every Country Has On Climate | Ep. 45 | 2026-10-16 | 46 min |
| 8-Figure Entrepreneur: “I Embraced Synchronicity. Then My Business Sta | 2026-10-14 | 38 min |
| Southern Charm Star: I Built An 8-Figure Pillow Brand My Own Cast Root | 2026-10-12 | 46 min |
| Legendary Composer: AI Will Never Replace Human Creativity | Ep. 453 W | 2026-10-09 | 32 min |
| Data Center Investor: "I Turned $40M Into $140M Before Anyone Noticed" | 2026-10-07 | 21 min |
| Acquisition Playbook: Scaling From 12 Buses to 600 Employees | Ep. 451 | 2026-10-05 | 38 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 3 days ago, a new one about every 2 days.
"Founder's Story" by IBH Media isn't a business show. It's the conversation founders don't get to have anywhere else. Think 60 Minutes, but for entrepreneurs. We sit down with the most interesting people in business and go past the highlight reel, past the pitch, past the polished version they give every other podcast. We go into the mud with them. The 2 a.m. doubts. The bet that almost ended…
About Founder's Story
Founder's Story is a long-form business interview podcast produced by IBH Media and hosted on Simplecast. Each episode features an entrepreneur or business figure discussing the doubts, setbacks and decisions behind their success, with recent guests including Tony Hawk, Gary Yohe and Craig Conover, according to the feed.
The show has 387 episodes and releases new ones about every 2.4 days, with a typical runtime of around 38 minutes. Its Apple Podcasts listing shows a 4.2 average rating from 237 ratings, and the feed categorises it under Business and Entrepreneurship.
Listeners are estimated to be mostly adults aged 25 to 44 interested in entrepreneurship and business strategy, though this is an estimate rather than published data. No sponsors were seen in the feed. Estimated downloads of 5,000 to 25,000 per episode suggest a mid-level host-read placement at $90 to $625 per episode, suited to business software, fintech and franchise brands.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Founder's Story can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Founder's Story
How much does Founder's Story charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on estimated downloads of 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at $90 to $625 per episode. Final pricing depends on the agreed placement and the show's current figures.
What is Founder's Story about?
Founder's Story is a business interview podcast from IBH Media in which entrepreneurs and business figures discuss the setbacks, doubts and turning points behind their success, going beyond their public pitch.
How do I contact Founder's Story about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked directly through Starbooked, which handles the sponsorship request.
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