How to get on The Next Five
Podcast by FT Partner Studio
The Next Five is the FT’s partner-supported podcast, exploring the future of industries through expert insights and thought-provoking discussions with host Tom Parker. Each episode brings together leading voices to analyse the trends, innovations, challenges and opportunities shaping the next five years in business, technology, health and…
The Next Five runs an interview format and publishes roughly every 18 days. Signals we read: guest name leads the title. Pitch a specific episode idea rather than a description of yourself, reference an episode you have actually heard, and lead with one checkable proof point. Shows at this cadence typically book two to six weeks out.
Convokast is an independent podcast booking agency. We pitch founders to shows like The Next Five, and you approve every show first.
The Next Five FAQ
Does The Next Five podcast accept guest pitches?
The Next Five runs an interview format, which means guest pitches are realistic. Whether a specific pitch lands still depends on topic fit and how the show is approached.
What does The Next Five podcast cover?
The Next Five is the FT’s partner-supported podcast, exploring the future of industries through expert insights and thought-provoking discussions with host Tom Parker. Each episode brings together leading voices to analyse the trends, innovations, challenges and opportunities shaping the next five years in business, technology, health and lifestyle This content is paid for by advertisers and is produced in partnership with the Financial Times’ Commercial Department Hosted on
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