Jack Davenport is the co-founder and managing director of Goalhanger, the UK’s largest independent podcast company and a growing global force in long-form digital content.

A former senior BBC Radio 5 Live journalist, Jack co-created The Rest Is History in 2020—an immediate breakout success that laid the foundation for Goalhanger’s expansion into a wider slate of acclaimed shows spanning politics, entertainment, sport, and business.

Under his creative leadership, Goalhanger has evolved into a multi-format powerhouse, producing hits like The Rest Is Politics, The Rest Is Football, and The Rest Is Entertainment—together attracting more than 45 million downloads a month worldwide.

Jack now oversees Goalhanger’s creative and strategic direction, working closely with top-tier talent to develop content that blends editorial integrity, personality-led storytelling, and cross-platform reach.