Ben Shapiro’s Growing Media Empire Faces New Challenges in 2025

Media Empire Evolution and Business Developments

What started as a $4.7 million investment from Texas oil tycoon Farris Wilks has grown into what Shapiro describes as a $220 million empire, encompassing podcasts, scripted movies, documentaries. As co-founder of The Daily Wire, Shapiro maintains a 51% ownership stake, with his initial $6 million investment now valued at over $30 million.

Recent Leadership Changes and Business Strategy

A significant shift occurred in March when longtime CEO Jeremy Boreing stepped down, expressing his desire to focus more on scripted projects. This move raised questions about the company’s spending on scripted TV projects. The company has been implementing cost-cutting measures, including the closure of its in-house book publishing division.

Political Stance and Controversies

Recently, Shapiro made headlines by breaking with President Trump over the latter’s acceptance of a $400 million private jet from the Qatari government. On his top-rated podcast, Shapiro criticized the decision, stating that “Taking sacks of goodies from people who support Hamas, Muslim Brotherhood, Al Jazeera, all the rest, that’s not America First”.

Future Prospects and Developments

During an appearance on Megyn Kelly’s podcast in March, Shapiro hinted at major changes ahead, stating, “We are growing, we are thriving, we have extremely big moves we are looking forward to making this year”. Among these developments is The Pendragon Cycle, set to release in 2025, a seven-episode series co-directed by Jeremy Boreing, starring Tom Sharp and conservative YouTuber Brett Cooper.