Lemonada Media, the award-winning podcast network whose critically acclaimed podcasts feature intimate and in-depth conversations with people from all walks of life, has announced a new partnership with Sam Fragoso to oversee ad sales and distribution of the series.
Hosted by Sam Fragoso, this weekly series features long-form conversations with filmmakers, actors, authors, politicians and more. “Talk Easy” will begin releasing episodes on January 5 under Lemonada.
“Looking ahead to 2025, I’m excited to join forces with Lemonada,” said Sam Fragoso. “Jessica and Stephanie are exceptional leaders, and I have always admired their commitment to telling and enriching important stories – as we do every Sunday on the show. As we approach our ninth At the beginning of the year, I couldn’t imagine a better home.
Since its launch in 2016, Talk Easy has become one of the most popular and most listened to podcasts of the decade, providing listeners with unprecedented access to the most compelling voices in arts, culture and politics. Known for his thoughtful approach, Fragoso’s interviews include those with Gloria Steinem, Cate Blanchett, Noam Chomsky, Francis Ford Coppola, Jesse Conversations from Eisenberg, Questlove, Joaquin Phoenix and other celebrities.
“Sam Fragoso’s thoughtful interviews are a gem in the world of podcasting. We are so honored to have him and the Talk Easy team as part of Lemonada’s community of creators. ‘Talk Easy’ embodies a deep, meaningful conversation , it changes the way we understand each other.
Since its launch in 2019, Lemonada has quickly become the leading independent podcast network, reaching millions of listeners each month. The network produces and launches chart-topping original series such as “Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis Dreyfus,” which spent 29 days at No. 1 on the Apple Podcasts chart. “Fail Better with David Duchovny” is the #1 Social & Culture show on Apple Podcasts, Gracie Award winner “Last Day”, “Believe Her” (Believe Her), “Legacy Conversation with Lena Waithe”, etc.
Talk Easy is executive produced by Karoine Ribak and Janicza Bravo (Zola, The Listener). The deal was brokered by CAA’s Josh Lindgren.
