Effective Date: March 2026

Last Updated: March 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how You're Next, a podcast produced under the RTM (Red Thread Media) Network, collects, uses, and protects information about visitors to our website (yournextpod.com or similar) and users who interact with our content or services. By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. Who We Are

You're Next is an independently produced true crime podcast hosted by Emilio, part of the RTM Network. References to "we," "us," or "our" throughout this policy refer to You're Next / RTM Network. For questions about this policy, contact us at the email address listed in Section 9.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information in the following ways:

a) Information You Provide Directly

• Email address, when you subscribe to our newsletter or email list

• Name or display name, if provided voluntarily through a contact or submission form

• Any message content you submit through a contact or tip submission form on the site

b) Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, certain technical information is collected automatically by our website platform (Squarespace) and associated analytics tools, including:

• IP address

• Browser type and version

• Device type and operating system

• Pages visited and time spent on those pages

• Referring website or source

• General geographic location (country or region level)

This information is collected through cookies and similar tracking technologies. See Section 6 for more on cookies.

c) Information from Third-Party Platforms

If you interact with us through third-party platforms — including Patreon, Instagram, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts — those platforms collect and process your information under their own privacy policies. We do not control and are not responsible for their data practices.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Send you newsletters, episode updates, and show announcements (email subscribers only)

• Respond to messages or inquiries submitted through the contact form

• Analyze how our website is used so we can improve its content and performance

• Understand our audience in aggregate, non-identifiable terms

• Comply with any applicable legal obligations

We do not use your information for advertising purposes, and we do not sell your personal information to any third party.

4. How We Share Your Information

We share your information only in the following limited circumstances:

Service Providers

We use Squarespace to host our website and send email campaigns. Squarespace processes data on our behalf and is bound by its own privacy and data security obligations. You can review Squarespace's privacy policy at squarespace.com/privacy.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to a valid legal request from a government authority.

Business Transfers

In the unlikely event that You're Next or RTM Network undergoes a significant organizational change, user information may be transferred as part of that process. We will notify you via email or prominent notice on the website before any such transfer occurs.

We do not share, rent, or sell your personal information to advertisers or third-party marketers.

5. Email Communications

If you subscribe to our email list, you will receive communications related to You're Next — including episode drops, show updates, and exclusive content. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link at the bottom of any email we send, or by contacting us directly.

We use Squarespace Email Campaigns to manage and deliver our email communications. Your email address is stored within Squarespace's platform.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies — small text files stored on your device — to support website functionality and collect analytics data. Cookies help us understand how visitors use the site and allow us to improve the experience over time.

Types of cookies used on this site:

• Strictly necessary cookies — required for the site to function

• Analytics cookies — used to understand visitor behavior in aggregate (via Squarespace Analytics)

• Third-party cookies — may be placed by embedded content or links to platforms such as Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Instagram, or Patreon

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the website. A cookie consent banner is displayed on your first visit to the site in compliance with applicable regulations.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, or as required by law. Email subscriber data is retained for as long as your subscription is active. If you unsubscribe, your data will be removed from our active mailing list. You may request complete deletion at any time (see Section 8).

8. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

• The right to access the personal information we hold about you

• The right to request correction of inaccurate information

• The right to request deletion of your personal information

• The right to opt out of email communications at any time

• The right to withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information in Section 9. We will respond to all requests within a reasonable timeframe.

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or the United Kingdom, you may also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us at:

You're Next / RTM Network

Email: hello@yourenextpod.com, hello@redthreadmedia.co

Website: www.yourenextpod.com, www.redthreadmedia.co

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Continued use of the website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.