{"id":44733,"date":"2024-05-20T04:32:17","date_gmt":"2024-05-20T08:32:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/usa.businessupturn.com\/?p=44733"},"modified":"2024-05-20T04:32:17","modified_gmt":"2024-05-20T08:32:17","slug":"the-stunning-transformation-of-call-her-daddy-host-alex-cooper","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.businessupturn.com\/usa\/the-stunning-transformation-of-call-her-daddy-host-alex-cooper\/44733\/","title":{"rendered":"The Stunning Transformation Of Call Her Daddy Host Alex Cooper"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Just a few years ago, Alex Cooper was a recent college graduate who launched a podcast with her roommate, Sofia Franklyn. Their venture, \u201cCall Her Daddy,\u201d quickly resonated with female Gen-Z listeners and became an instant hit. Despite a messy split with Franklyn, Cooper emerged as a leading podcaster, lauded for her engaging interview style. She attributes her success to her outgoing personality and natural curiosity, ensuring her guests always feel comfortable. \u201cIn my conversations with my guests, you are always going to feel comfy-cozy,\u201d Cooper explained in an interview with Rolling Stone.<\/p>\n

Early Life and Background<\/strong><\/p>\n

Alex Cooper grew up in suburban Pennsylvania, the middle child of a psychologist mother and a TV producer father. She attended The Pennington School in New Jersey, where she was acutely aware of her middle-class status among wealthier peers. Cooper credits her competitive spirit and drive to her parents, with her father\u2019s background in Division 1 hockey and her mother\u2019s equestrian skills influencing her. She later attended Boston College, excelling as a Division 1 soccer player. During this period, she faced a traumatic incident involving her coach, which she has yet to publicly discuss but plans to address on her podcast.<\/p>\n

The Rise of \u201cCall Her Daddy\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

In 2018, while vacationing with her roommate Sofia Franklyn, Cooper came up with the idea for \u201cCall Her Daddy,\u201d a podcast offering a candid and comedic take on sex and relationships. The name came from a shirt Cooper wore in college that read \u201cDaddy,\u201d a playful jab at traditional gender roles. Their unfiltered approach quickly found an audience, and within weeks, they signed a three-year deal with Barstool Sports, initially earning $75,000 per year. The podcast\u2019s popularity soared, reaching millions of downloads within months.<\/p>\n

Controversy and Transformation<\/strong><\/p>\n

In 2020, Cooper and Franklyn attempted to find a new home for the podcast, leading to a public dispute with Barstool Sports, which owned the podcast\u2019s rights. The situation escalated when Barstool\u2019s owner, Dave Portnoy, publicly criticized them for being \u201cunprofessional and greedy.\u201d The conflict led to the end of their partnership, with Cooper retaining the rights to \u201cCall Her Daddy\u201d and Franklyn launching her own podcast.<\/p>\n

Spotify Deal and Evolution<\/strong><\/p>\n

In 2021, Cooper signed a three-year, $60 million deal with Spotify, making \u201cCall Her Daddy\u201d exclusive to the platform. This deal positioned Cooper as Spotify\u2019s highest-paid female podcaster. She expanded the podcast\u2019s content beyond sex talk to include interviews with celebrities, drawing comparisons to Barbara Walters for her insightful interviewing style. Her ability to boost musicians\u2019 streaming numbers after appearing on her podcast underscored her influence.<\/p>\n

The Unwell Network and Further Ventures<\/strong><\/p>\n

In 2023, Cooper launched The Unwell Network, aimed at producing content across various platforms. She signed social media influencers like Alix Earle and Madeline Argy to host their podcasts under the network. The following year, Cooper extended her deal with Spotify, incorporating content from The Unwell Network.<\/p>\n

Personal Life and Milestones<\/strong><\/p>\n

In 2023, Cooper announced her engagement to TV producer Matt Kaplan, whom she met via Zoom during the pandemic. They married in April 2024 in Mexico. Cooper chose to walk down the aisle alone, rejecting the traditional notion of being \u201cgiven away\u201d by her father. Additionally, she was featured on the Time100 list, celebrated for her impact on media and women\u2019s empowerment.<\/p>\n

Live Tour and Skims Campaign<\/strong><\/p>\n

In October 2023, Cooper embarked on the Unwell Tour, featuring live interviews with stars like Zayn Malik and Ciara. The tour included a sold-out show at Madison Square Garden. Cooper also became the face of a Skims campaign, aligning with Kim Kardashian\u2019s brand to promote body-positive undergarments.<\/p>\n

Olympic Coverage and Future Plans<\/strong><\/p>\n

In 2024, NBCUniversal announced that Cooper would anchor a daily live-streamed show for the Peacock streaming service during the Paris Summer Olympics. \u201cWatch with Alex Cooper\u201d will feature Cooper and her friends reacting to Olympic events in real-time, leveraging her background as a former Division 1 athlete.<\/p>\n

Alex Cooper\u2019s journey from a college graduate to a podcasting powerhouse and media mogul is a testament to her tenacity and adaptability. Her ability to evolve \u201cCall Her Daddy\u201d and expand her brand continues to solidify her place as a significant cultural influencer.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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