QCode Launches Daylight Media: Multi-Platform Creator Services for the Future of Podcasting
Podcasting isn’t just audio anymore — it’s becoming a full-scale video-first, creator-driven industry, and one of the biggest names in premium audio storytelling is doubling down on that future.
QCode, known for its Hollywood-caliber scripted podcasts, is officially expanding its reach beyond audio through Daylight Media, a new venture designed to empower creators across audio, video, and emerging digital platforms.
This move signals a major shift as podcasts evolve into cross-platform entertainment brands, bridging the gap between television and digital content.
From Scripted Podcasts to a Full-Fledged Creator Ecosystem
Since its founding in 2019, QCode has established itself as a powerhouse in premium audio, collaborating with top-tier talent like Matthew McConaughey, Kerry Washington, Rami Malek, and Toni Collette to deliver blockbuster-style audio dramas.
But with audience habits shifting toward video podcasts and streaming-first formats, QCode is rethinking its approach — and Daylight Media is the next step in its evolution.
Daylight Media: What It Is and Why It Matters
Daylight Media will function as a creator-first, multi-platform service, leveraging QCode’s existing technology, infrastructure, and audience development expertise to help shows reach wider audiences and maximize monetization opportunities.
Key Services Offered by Daylight Media:
Audience Growth & Marketing: Strategies to expand reach across audio, video, and social platforms
Monetization Support: Ad sales, partnerships, and innovative revenue streams
IP Expansion: Turning popular shows into books, films, or streaming series
Product & Tech Solutions: Tools to streamline production and distribution for creators
“Daylight was built to put creators and partners first,” says Steve Wilson, Chief Strategy Officer. “With the creator economy thriving, we’re applying our experience in scaling premium content to support talent across all formats.”
Leadership Behind the Launch
The launch of Daylight brings familiar leadership into new roles:
Rob Herting — QCode Founder & CEO → Now also CEO of Daylight Media
Ben Curtis — Early QCode investor and advisor → Appointed as Daylight’s President
Curtis brings a strong background in entertainment and venture capital, having worked with WME, Brillstein Entertainment, and as co-founder of Red Sea Ventures and Tasseo Consumer Ecosystem.
Daylight’s First Big Win: “The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart”
Daylight is kicking off its launch with a major exclusive: an ad sales and distribution partnership for “The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart” podcast — produced by Comedy Central and Busboy Productions.
Through Daylight, Stewart’s show will benefit from:
Global Ad Sales Expertise – Targeted campaigns to maximize revenue
Optimized Distribution – Widening its audience beyond traditional podcast listeners
Cross-Platform Strategy – Expanding reach across video platforms and social media
This partnership positions Daylight as a serious player in both podcasting and the growing video podcast market.
A Growing Roster of Shows
Daylight’s ambitions extend beyond Stewart’s show. The company is already working with a range of high-profile and emerging creators, including:
The Chris Cuomo Project
And That’s Why We Drink
Jillian on Love
You Should Know
Love and Radio
Philosophize This!
These collaborations highlight Daylight’s commitment to diverse genres — from politics and comedy to relationships and philosophy.
Backed by Big Money and Big Vision
The expansion is fueled by a new funding round led by Eldridge Industries, a holding company with stakes in A24, the Los Angeles Dodgers, the Golden Globes, and Aman Group.
While the funding amount remains undisclosed, this move follows QCode’s Series A round in 2020, which brought in $6.4 million from investors including Sonos.
QCode’s Continued Focus on Premium Storytelling
Even as Daylight scales up, QCode is not abandoning its roots. The studio plans to release a new slate of scripted audio podcasts in early 2026 — adding to its 40+ existing shows that collectively draw over 150 million monthly streams and downloads.
QCode remains committed to:
Hollywood-quality production for audio dramas
Star-studded collaborations with A-list actors
Expanding storytelling beyond audio — potentially into TV, film, and gaming
Why This Matters for the Podcast Industry
The launch of Daylight reflects a larger trend in podcasting:
Video is becoming essential: YouTube and Spotify video podcasts are surging in popularity
Monetization is diversifying: Creators are exploring live events, subscriptions, and brand partnerships
Podcasts are IP engines: Successful shows are being adapted into TV series, books, and documentaries
Daylight Media is positioning itself to be at the center of this transformation — offering creators the tools, tech, and expertise to scale globally.
Final Thoughts: The Future of Podcasting Is Multi-Platform
Podcasting is no longer a niche audio format — it’s becoming a cornerstone of the creator economy. With Daylight Media, QCode is betting that the future lies in seamless cross-platform storytelling, where creators can grow their audiences, monetize effectively, and expand their intellectual property far beyond earbuds.
For listeners, this means bigger shows, better production, and more ways to watch, listen, and engage with their favorite creators.
