And The Writer Is...with Ross Golan
And The Writer Is...with Ross Golan is an interview podcast where Ross Golan and producer Joe London talk with songwriters and artists about how hit songs are made and how the music industry works. The show has 129 episodes and releases roughly every four days, with typical episodes running about 72 minutes. Estimated downloads are 20,000 to 80,000 per episode. Rate range is about $360 to $2,000 per host-read mid-roll.
Reach music industry insiders through in-depth songwriter conversations every four days
- Episodes feature acclaimed songwriters and artists discussing how they built their careers and songs
- Apple Podcasts ratings average 4.9 across more than 1,000 ratings, signaling an engaged listener base
- Weekly news update segments give the show a steady cadence of industry-focused listening
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- interview, co-hosted discussion, news update segment
- Tone
- candid, informative
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- about 65 to 80 minutes for full episodes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- Yes
A Patreon-exclusive episode, 'Rewind: The Benny Blanco Episode [Patreon Exclusive]', appears in the last 20 episodes, but no sponsor mentions found in the feed.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
The feed carries the explicit flag set to 1, and episode titles reference industry business topics such as lawsuits and ticket fees without graphic content.
We classify content, never people. No age, gender, ethnicity, religion or political views are inferred about the creator. Audience figures are estimates unless marked verified. Creators can correct anything on their profile.
Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.andthewriteris.com |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1197924737 |
| RSS feed | feeds.acast.com/public/shows/05db9598-9baf-443a-… |
Benchmark score: 79 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Ep. 268: Ilya Salmanzadeh | How The Swedes Cracked Hit Songwriting and | 2026-10-13 | 2 h 5 min |
| Ep. 267: YG Opens Up. Bad Deals, Hit Records, and a Midlife Crisis | 2026-10-06 | 1 h 37 min |
| Ep. 266: Tinashe’s Guide to Making It on Your Own Terms | 2026-09-29 | 1 h 18 min |
| Ep. 265: How Remi Wolf Built Her Career: Study the Greats, Take the Gi | 2026-09-22 | 1 h 36 min |
| And The Update Is...Ella Langley Makes Billboard History, UMG Sues Dis | 2026-09-19 | 4 min |
| Ep. 264: How Aaron Dessner Became an Industry Favorite and the 3AM Tex | 2026-09-15 | 1 h 22 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 6 days ago, a new one about every 4 days.
Every week, we sit down with an acclaimed and venerable songwriter to intimately discuss what happens behind closed doors in the music industry. There are millions of singers, thousands of artists, and only 40 top songs per genre at a time... this podcast is about the people who make them. Produced by Joe London & Ross Golan in association with Big Deal Music & Mega House Music. And The Writer…
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About And The Writer Is...with Ross Golan
And The Writer Is...with Ross Golan is a music podcast in which Ross Golan and producer Joe London sit down with songwriters and artists to discuss the creative and business side of the music industry. The show has 129 episodes in its feed and releases about every four days, with full episodes typically running 65 to 80 minutes. The show's Apple Podcasts listing shows 1,061 ratings with a 4.9 average, according to Apple Podcasts. Based on those ratings and the show's history, its listeners are estimated, not confirmed, to skew toward music industry professionals and songwriting enthusiasts in the United States.
The feed and website name Ross Golan as host and credit Joe London as producer. The feed does not list sponsors, and no sponsor mentions appear in the recent episode titles. Estimated downloads run 20,000 to 80,000 per episode, which puts a host-read mid-roll at roughly $360 to $2,000 per episode.
The show suits music software, audio equipment, creator services, and music education brands that want to reach people working in or aspiring to the music business. The feed carries an explicit flag, so brands with strict family-friendly requirements should review episodes before booking.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. And The Writer Is...with Ross Golan can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about And The Writer Is...with Ross Golan
How much does And The Writer Is...with Ross Golan charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Estimated host-read mid-roll rates run about $360 to $2,000 per episode, based on an estimated 20,000 to 80,000 downloads per episode. Final pricing depends on the placement and the show's own terms.
What is And The Writer Is...with Ross Golan about?
The show is a music interview podcast where Ross Golan and Joe London talk with songwriters and artists about how songs are written and how the music industry operates.
How do I contact And The Writer Is...with Ross Golan about sponsoring an episode?
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