An Arm and a Leg, hosted by Dan Weissmann, explores why American health care costs so much and what listeners can do about it. The show has 171 episodes, released roughly every three weeks, with a median length of about 30 minutes. Estimated downloads are 20,000 to 50,000 per episode (estimated), implying a sponsorship rate of about $360 to $1,250 per episode. One distinctive detail is its co-production with KFF Health News.
Engaged health-cost audience with a strong 4.8-star Apple rating and 171 episodes
- Apple Podcasts shows 1,114 ratings at a 4.8 average, a high engagement signal for a niche show.
- Co-produced with KFF Health News, which signals journalistic credibility with listeners.
- Listeners are actively seeking help with insurance denials, medical bills and drug costs.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- interview, narrative, investigative reporting
- Tone
- informative, humorous
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 25 to 40 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- KFF Health NewsKUOWNPRInstitute for Nonprofit News
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- Yes
Funding is through listener donations at armandalegshow.com/support/, and the website states it does not accept support from the health care industry.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Episode titles include mild profanity such as 'Sh**’s wild' and cover politically charged health policy topics such as Medicare and the Supreme Court.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | armandalegshow.com/ |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1438778444 |
| RSS feed | www.omnycontent.com/d/playlist/fa64d43e-1285-4f7… |
Benchmark score: 70 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Medicare plans keep disappearing | 2026-09-24 | 36 min |
| System meltdown: employer-sponsored health insurance | 2026-09-03 | 34 min |
| A Texas doctor’s love letter to ‘the People’s Hospital’ (from 2023) | 2026-08-13 | 28 min |
| Julie Rovner is worried: Checking in with a veteran DC reporter. | 2026-07-23 | 30 min |
| How to Fight a Health Insurance Denial With a Little-Known Tool (from | 2026-07-02 | 42 min |
| The Prescription Drug Playbook (Full Version) | 2026-06-11 | 44 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 25 days ago, a new one about every 21 days.
An Arm and a Leg is a podcast about why health care costs so freaking much and what we can (maybe) do about it. If you’ve ever been surprised by a medical bill, you’re in good company. But as our team of seasoned journalists has learned from years of reporting — you’re not always helpless. We don’t have all the answers, but we’ll offer you tools and big picture insights with plenty of humor and…
About An Arm and a Leg
An Arm and a Leg is a podcast hosted by Dan Weissmann that investigates why health care costs so much and what listeners can do about it. The show has 171 episodes, released about every three weeks, with a median length of around 30 minutes. According to the show's website and Apple Podcasts, it is co-produced with KFF Health News and distributed in partnership with KUOW.
Apple Podcasts lists 1,114 ratings with a 4.8 average. Based on estimates from these signals, the audience is likely 20,000 to 50,000 listeners per episode, skewing toward adults aged 35 and over, primarily in the United States. The show currently shows no sponsor mentions, and its funding comes from listener donations, which the website says never include health care industry support.
Brands seeking a host-read mid-roll should expect an estimated rate of about $360 to $1,250 per episode. The show suits consumer finance, insurance comparison, medical billing and health-advocacy brands that want to reach an informed, engaged audience of people managing health costs.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. An Arm and a Leg can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about An Arm and a Leg
How much does An Arm and a Leg charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Estimated rates are about $360 to $1,250 per host-read mid-roll, based on an estimated 20,000 to 50,000 downloads per episode at $18 to $25 per 1,000. Final pricing depends on the show's own terms.
What is An Arm and a Leg about?
An Arm and a Leg is a podcast hosted by Dan Weissmann about why health care costs so much. It covers medical bills, insurance denials, drug prices and practical tools for consumers.
How do I contact An Arm and a Leg about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked through Starbooked.
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