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Acho and Newton dispute podcast success in public exchange

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 11:30 AM

Last updated Aug 7, 2026

Acho and Newton dispute podcast success in public exchange

Summary

Emmanuel Acho and Cam Newton have engaged in a public dispute regarding the success of their respective podcasts. Newton argued that his show, 4th&1, has a more organically built audience compared to Acho's Speakeasy, which he claims is better produced. Acho countered by referencing Newton's past comments about competing in strip clubs, suggesting that Newton's audience growth may not be entirely organic. Both former NFL players have transitioned from television roles to successful podcast endeavors, with Acho's Speakeasy boasting 2.61 million subscribers, while Newton's 4th&1 has over 557,000 subscribers since its launch in 2023.

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Key Details

•Emmanuel Acho and Cam Newton both have successful podcasts post-NFL careers.
•Acho claims Speakeasy has 2.61 million subscribers, inherited after leaving FOX.
•Newton disputes the idea of organic growth for Acho's audience.
•Newton's podcast, 4th&1, has over 557,000 subscribers since its 2023 launch.
•Both figures have faced job losses at major networks before their podcast success.

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11:30 AMYahoo Sports — “Went to Strip Clubs to Compete”: Fired FOX Analyst Hits Back at Cam Newton After He Questions His Podcast’s Exponential Growth

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Cam Newton and Emmanuel Acho are both running successful podcasts today after their NFL careers. Both also happen to have lost their jobs with TV Networks.
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