American Criminal, hosted by Jeremy Schwartz and produced by Airship & Evergreen Podcasts, is a true crime and history series profiling notorious American criminals, from serial killers to gangsters and con artists. It has 162 episodes, released roughly every five days, with a median length of about 42 minutes. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, with a rate of $90 to $625 per host-read mid-roll ad.
Long-running true crime history series with a loyal, highly rated listener base
- 319 Apple ratings averaging 4.7 stars, with most ratings at five stars.
- 162 episodes released roughly every five days, with serialized multi-part arcs.
- Strong fit for brands reaching adults 25 to 44 interested in true crime and American history.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- narrative, multi-part serial, bonus trailers
- Tone
- dramatic, investigative
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 40 to 45 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the description promotes ad-free access via subscription in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or the show website.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Episode titles such as 'Serial Killer: Richard Rogers' and 'The Trick or Treat Murder' indicate graphic violent crime content; the feed explicit flag is 0.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.americancriminal.com/ |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1729427405 |
| RSS feed | feeds.megaphone.fm/americancriminal |
Benchmark score: 86 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Serial Killer: Richard Rogers | How to Catch a Killer | 4 | 2026-10-15 | 45 min |
| Vintage Halloween Horrors | The Candyman Killer | 2 | 2026-10-13 | 40 min |
| Serial Killer: Richard Rogers | Last Seen Leaving | 3 | 2026-10-08 | 44 min |
| Vintage Halloween Horrors | The Trick or Treat Murder | 1 | 2026-10-06 | 38 min |
| American Criminal Season 28 - Halloween Horrors: The San Francisco Wit | 2026-10-01 | 2 min |
| Serial Killer: Richard Rogers | A Mutilated Body | 2 | 2026-10-01 | 42 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 4 days ago, a new one about every 5 days.
The true crime history podcast that takes you inside the minds of some of our most notorious felons and outlaws, exploring the dark side to the American dream. Host Jeremy Schwartz will introduce you to the picture-perfect brothers who teamed up to kill their parents; the thief who stole babies and ruined countless lives; the crypto king who siphoned off billions in the name of saving the…
About American Criminal
American Criminal is a true crime and history podcast hosted by Jeremy Schwartz and published by Airship & Evergreen Podcasts. According to the show website and feed, it explores the lives of notorious American felons, outlaws, killers, and con artists, with serialized arcs such as the Richard Rogers serial killer case and the Nicky Barnes story.
The show has released 162 episodes since February 2024, with a new episode roughly every five days and a median length of about 42 minutes. Apple Podcasts shows 319 ratings averaging 4.7 stars, as listed on Apple Podcasts. The audience profile is an estimate: adults aged 25 to 44 in the United States make up much of the listenership.
The feed shows no sponsor mentions in the last 20 episodes. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, so a host-read mid-roll would cost roughly $90 to $625 per episode. The show suits adult-oriented consumer brands and streaming or subscription products.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. American Criminal can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about American Criminal
How much does American Criminal charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on estimated downloads of 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at $90 to $625 per episode, using a rate of $18 to $25 per 1,000 downloads. Final pricing should be confirmed with the show.
What is American Criminal about?
American Criminal is a true crime and history podcast from Airship & Evergreen Podcasts, hosted by Jeremy Schwartz. Each season profiles notorious American criminals, including serial killers, gangsters, and con artists.
How do I contact American Criminal about sponsoring an episode?
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