Making indie podcasts that pay: Mastering the art of sponsorships

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Date
01/26/2026 - 01/29/2026
Time
12:00pm - 2:00pm EST
Where
Online Workshop
Cost
$150.00
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If you’re an indie podcaster, you’ve probably wondered, “Can I actually make a living doing this?” The answer is yes—with the right approach to ad revenue and direct brand pitches. I’m Danielle, Creator and Host of Sex Ed with DB. In this two-part workshop, I’ll show you how I built a six-figure indie podcast by mastering the art of sponsorships with my proven ad deck—and how you can do it too!

Here’s what you’ll get:

  • Closing Sponsorships Made Simple: Learn insider tips for reaching out to brands, pricing your ad slots (on your podcast, social media, newsletter and more), and sealing the deal like a pro.
  • Hands-On Ad Deck Creation: Use my proven ad deck template to craft your own compelling sponsorship pitch for your unique podcast.
  • Expert + Peer-to-Peer Feedback: Collaborate in small groups to refine your ad deck with input from fellow podcasters and gain personalized feedback directly from me to ensure your pitch is polished and professional.

By the end of this workshop, you’ll leave with a polished ad deck, actionable feedback, and the confidence to close sponsorships and start making a living from your podcast.

Class Timing
Session one:  12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. EST, Monday, Jan 26, 2026
Session two:  12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. EST, Thursday, Jan 29, 2026

Who's this class for?

This class is geared towards existing indie podcasters who are looking to make money through advertisements and general sponsorships.

About Your Instructor

Danielle Bezalel

Danielle Bezalel, MPH, (she/her), is the Creator and Host of Sex Ed with DB: your go-to podcast for smart, science-backed sex education — delivering trusted insights from top experts on sex, sexuality, and pleasure. She has also grossed over half a million dollars in sponsorships. Sex Ed with DB has garnered 380K+ all-time downloads and built a community of 120K+ followers on TikTok, Instagram, Threads, and YouTube. Danielle earned a Master of Public Health with expertise in sexuality, sexual, and reproductive health from Columbia University. Go to www.sexedwithdb.com to learn more about the podcast and listen to the podcast here.

Testimonials

I loved how much of an open book Danielle was with her personal experience on the subject she was teaching. The specific figures, strategies and stories she had were incredibly eye opening and well worth the price of admission.

It was an excellent class. Danielle is a fantastic presenter who is both gracious with her time & knowledge and has a genuine desire to see others do well in the Independent Podcasting universe.

Danielle gave me really strong, actionable guidance for a small-scale podcast trying to grow from nothing. I recommend the course to anyone looking to go from 0 to 1 on their projects.

I joined the workshop as someone yet to launch a show. (It’s taken me so long, because I doubted my ability to find sponsors!) The workshop gave me a good idea of the path ahead for launching a show and making it as sustainable as possible. I definitely feel less afraid now.

Notes on this Class

Refund and recording policy: Classes will not be recorded and are non-refundable. We are not able to issue a refund if you cancel or do not attend a class.
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