Founder and host

Daniel Lucas

Founder and CEO of Universal Podcast Network

Building conversations across every curiosity

Daniel Lucas is the founder and CEO of Universal Podcast Network, an independent podcast media network. He is also a podcast host, author, photographer, chef, and media entrepreneur. UPN creates accessible conversations across books, business, technology, leadership, education, food, faith, wellness, culture, news, and entertainment.

Through UPN, Daniel hosts and develops original programs, welcomes authors and experts, and distributes conversations across audio, video, and social platforms. The official website is universalpodcasts.com; its public catalog lists 30 original podcasts and available listening links.

Roles and work

Founder and CEOLeads Universal Podcast Network, an independent podcast media network and its portfolio of original programs.

Podcast hostCreates conversations with authors, founders, professionals, experts, and creators.

Author and photographerDevelops original written and visual work alongside UPN.

Chef and entrepreneurBrings practical creative and business experience to the network.

Last updated October 20, 2026