What is luminary?

Luminary is a digital media company that provides premium podcast content to its subscribers. It was founded in 2018 by Matt Sacks with the aim of creating a platform that would offer exclusive podcasts from popular creators. Luminary has a subscription-based business model and offers a range of ad-free podcasts and content, including shows from celebrities such as Trevor Noah, Lena Dunham, and Guy Raz.

Luminary has been successful in securing partnerships with top podcasting companies such as The New York Times and NPR, which has helped increase its visibility and reach. The company has also faced criticism for its high subscription fee and for locking certain popular podcasts behind a paywall.

Despite the challenges, Luminary has continued to expand its offerings and has launched several new shows. It also offers original content produced exclusively for its platform, allowing it to differentiate itself from other podcast platforms.