A podcast that I listen to had discount rates when ads hadn’t been filled. I took out an ad talking about how I had no product or service to sell. It was a hilariously funny private joke for me and the guy who approved / read the ad. I doubt anyone else enjoyed it as much, but at the discount rate, it was completely worth it.
I think maybe I paid $150 at the time. The podcast was Grumpy Old Geeks. I'm not aware of them running any discounts now, but you never know if they'd cut you a break if you reach out. Podcast advertising has apparently been pretty dried up since the pan.
I pay most of my bills with my end of the month paycheck and the middle of the month paycheck is for necessities/savings/fun stuff. Mostly necessities/savings though.
Some places pay you twice a month. On the 15th of the month and on the last day of the month. The benefits being that it's easy to understand, easier on payroll and aligns with most business cycles and for employees is easier to plan your expenses. Cons being that it's good for salaried employees and bad for hourly employees.