How to politely request late payment from a podcast client

Late payment from a podcast client usually comes down to their process, not bad faith. Here's who pays, when, what tends to hold payment up, and a polite reminder you can send today.

Who pays, and when

The host or producer, sometimes their network. Many pay after sponsor money comes in.

Why payment runs late

Income depends on sponsors and ad payments, which can arrive late.

Tips for chasing a podcast client

Agree to be paid per episode, on delivery.
Reference the episode titles and delivery dates.
Ask whether the network or the host pays.

Example reminder email

Subject: Quick reminder: invoice [number] Hi [first name], I hope all's well. Invoice [number] for [amount] was due on [date]. If it's already on its way, thank you, and please ignore this. This covers the episodes listed below, delivered on the dates shown. Is this paid by you directly or by the network? You can pay here: [payment link] Thanks, [Your name]

Write your reminders

Fill in the invoice to get four emails for a podcast client, from a heads-up to a final notice, with the dates to send them. Nothing you type leaves your browser.

Your reminders will appear here.

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