A question for $5 Tier Patrons

Thank you for the overwhelming response! Just to clarify, we most definitely are not leaving patreon. Everything will remain as is on patreon. All of the bonus content will stay here, and the new content will be uploaded here. It will just also be available elsewhere - at the same price point. So no difference to patreon at all.

As long as content is still available on Patreon for full access, I see no reason why you couldn't use another platform to share your work.

I don't belong to many other social media platforms. As long as I can still access everything on Patreon, I have no problems with the premiums being offered to our fellow Patreon members on other platforms to make it easier for you and for them to listen to Casefile.

You should definitely do it, but could you please do some more minisodes they’re perfectly timed for certain journeys

You do whatever you want to do - as long as it doesn't have any effect on what current Patreons get, then it is no one else's business but yours :) Unless it slows down how often you release stuff, then I might have a problem, I need way more already!! :D But, no, no ones business but your own and you will never make everyone happy. There will always be someone upset no matter what you do or how you do it. If you try cater to every single person, it will just bring you down when you realise you can't, so go on and spread what you do and how you want to do it. The majority couldn't care less, you need the support, not just the fans, but the monetary side. As is I would bet you are out of pocket when you take into account the many, many hours you spend researching then recording then marketing. You need to do what you need to do without worrying about a small minority. If it was a majority you were upsetting - different story because then you'll lose the income you require to keep your amazing podcast going - but it's a very small minority and having this available elsewhere, for the exact same price, exact same features does not disadvantage a single person :) I think it is a fantastic step in the right direction for your podcast! The more followers - the more money - the more you can do with it :)

As long as you keep making episodes I'm happy :)

No problems. You need to be able to pay for your shoes and clothes. Just keep up the great work. My favorite podcast out there! :)

Congrats! Well deserved!

If it helps you sustain and prosper, by all means publish everywhere you can!

I'm just happy to see my favorite podcast expand and grow. Keep up the great work!

Sounds like it is just another chance for you to get this awesome exclusive podcast content out to more people, which sounds awesome to me!

Doesn’t make any difference to me!

Does the other platform have the live ama option? That's the only difference I'm sad is gone. Totally would sign up on the other platform cause I think there should be higher subscription options! ❤️❤️❤️

Thank you for doing this poll, I really appreciate that you value our input. I think it's great that you guys are doing so well, so it's all fine by me!!!

Why would I care if Casefile is offered at another platform? I don’t even think my opinion should matter. I am a supporter not an owner. This is Casefile’s decision. Anyways Casefile keep up the good work and do what you need to do!

Sounds good to me as long as we still get the early release episodes here on Patreon. My only thing would be it might be a bit confusing if there are two places to sign up to support the show. Plus if it does not work out with the other premium provider then you may lose some supporters who signed up with that other service. Seems to me to be better to keep all support in one place - but if it means more cash for the show - go for it!

All good with me, share the love!

I will support no matter where bonus content is! I am happy either way!

Do what you need to grow.

I'll continue to donate no matter what, but from your standpoint I feel like wouldn't it be confusing if there were two different sits you take donations at? If your working to migrate off Patreon I would support that 100% but I feel like it maybe hard for you to take donations in two different sites for bonus content. Whatever you decide though, is cool with me.

I’m all good with sharing more, I’m not really paying for benefits anymore since the changes, I’m paying to support the quality of the podcast. Whichever you decide to do, I’ll keep on doing just that! Thanks for asking us though, good move :)

Nothing will change at all. Patreon will remain. Apple podcasts and all the other players will remain the same. The bonus content we release here will just be available on another platform - also behind a paywall as it is here at Patreon. It’s just opening up the bonus content to another platform.

I just have one question: are you asking whether we should switch from being able to listen to your RSS feed on iTunes etc to another platform, or will this platform be in addition to iTunes? Or are you just talking about making a new account on some other croundfunding site, in addition to Patreon?

Firstly I think it's credible and transparent that you did this poll. Secondly, as long as I have access to the ad-free episodes — I'm cool with that. I think we got you ;)

Do what you want, I’ll be happy.

Love you guys and will donate no matter the platform.

Seriously, more than donating for bonus or early content, I pay to contribute to your talented team and fucking phenomenal episodes. I don't care what platform you use, I'll follow you anywhere. You're the best podcast out there!

I say “Go for it!”

As long as you continue to provide content here, I don’t really care where other items are released. I signed up initially to just to toss $$ at ya, because I love your work, just hate switching and changing payment info, blahblahblah. Another pod i support was on stitcher premium, I signed up, it was clunky as fuck, now they’re moving to patreon. Just keep it simple, please.

Please do so that I can move away from Patreon and support you on another platform.

If the other platform is contributing the same amount for the same content it’s just another channel of distribution, fair and provides more opportunities for casefile to be heard

do what you like people. happy to pay for a great service and happy for you guys to make as much money as you can. great work.

I will throw 5 dollars at everything casefile. I might even join the other platform and pay ten. You offer free content full stop. Everything else is a bonus. You're not cheating anyone and hopefully gaining new audience members on a new platform.

$5 is so cheap for the amount of extra content you give us...if you can reach out via other channels, do it!

You guys work so hard! Go for it!

Get that money Casefile!

I’m a devoted capitalist . It’s your product . Do it. Patron platform is horrible anyway . Love your work.

Not even about the bonus content (although of course it's appreciated) I just want to support such a great podcast

Whatever is best for Casefile! And thanks for asking!

Make your money and get paid...way to go!!

Write your own ticket, Casefile. You’ve earned it. You can count on my support wherever you go.

Go ahead. I support your efforts to sustain the podcast. You all work hard and deserve what you can get. ♥️

Get it anyway you can

As long as it’s good for Casefile, it is good for me.

Hell yeah, go make more money and get payed.

Money is money. Does this have to do with the whole censorship thing that’s going on at the moment? Either way I’d contribute

Patreon is terrible. Please do this!

No problems here anything that make your podcast more successful is a good thing

Whatever is best for you! Wherever Casefile content goes, I will follow 💁🏼‍♀️

Really interesting that you would poll your supporters. I'm really searching for a reason why I wouldn't want you to share this elsewhere, coming up empty, especially if it will still be available to me at the same price. I say go for it Anonymous host!

Whatever helps you all keep creating awesome content, I am all for it!

Fuck you, pay me- as said by saint Beyonce. Cover all ground i say. 🖤

I think you guys should take every opportunity offered to you. Thanks for considering your patrons, and for making the best true crime podcast available!

Thanks for considering supporters. I would go for it if it would help.

Rock on. Can’t stop progress when it’s weighed up as nicely as you lot do

As long as everything stays the same here, I’m ok.

Is this on Himalaya? If it is I would encourage all the creators to move there.✌️

if its better for the team, and doesn't effect your editorial powers/creative direction - then why not!? I appreciate the poll too btw. Makes me/us feel valued as long time supporters I'm sure :)

Who the two folks that voted no? Lol

If it only means entering a new RSS feed code into iTunes then I’m good with it.

Agree about earlier episodes ^^ As long as it’s easy to access everything I’m good

Would we be able to download the episodes early on the other platform? I hate having to stream it from safari on my phone as it takes up a chunk of my data and often loses my place. I’d much rather be able to download to my phone!

If the other platform make things better for you guys (less fees and such) let us know! Happy to make the switch.

I was taught to SHARE wonderful finds. Casefiles is one of wonderful things I just couldn't keep to myself <3

Portfolio theory rulez so I’m happy for you to put eggs in as many baskets as you wish :)

Thanks for valuing our opinions. I am sure the consensus here will be to do what’s best for the show! We appreciate all of your hard work! :)

If everything stays the same here and you guys get a leg up, great.

Same as others. If the other platform is better for the team I would be more than happy to make the switch as well. Please keep up posted!

I am happy for it to be on another platform if it helps the Casefile team in their fantastic work

More $$ for Casey's didgeridoo and bullwhip collection.

I think most users will agree with you doing whatever brings in the most revenue

If it's better for Casefile, do it!

More money for you peeps. I’m happy with that. Means more content etc.

Can I ask... Is there more benefit to you being on another platform? I’m happy to do whatever helps you most. But interested in why your considering it. 😊

If it means that the Casefile team can earn more money, I'm sure most of us wouldn't mind the content being released through another channel.