Business Ethics comes up in 2 chapters across 2 episodes of The Higherside Chats Free Show, from January 2023 to April 2026.
Subscription Model Ethics, Sponsored Ads, Listener Support
The host discusses his philosophy regarding the Higherside Chats business model, emphasizing his rejection of traditional sponsored ads and manipulative marketing. He reiterates his decision to offer a credit-card-free trial, betting that the quality of the content will encourage listeners to support the show voluntarily.
Podcast Monetization and Listener Feedback on Advertisements
Greg Carlwood addresses the potential for introducing advertisements to the free version of The Higherside Chats. He notes that despite his personal dislike for the sponsorship model, a recent social media poll showed that 90% of his audience would not mind ads if it supported the show's success. He expresses disappointment that more listeners haven't converted to the paid "Plus" subscription but acknowledges the financial pressure of supporting a family and a potential move.
