Apple News In Conversation, hosted by Shumita Basu, interviews journalists and experts about the stories shaping American life, from politics and health to technology and culture. The show has 259 episodes released roughly weekly, with typical episodes running about 30 minutes. Estimated downloads per episode are 20,000 to 50,000, with an estimated sponsorship rate of $360 to $1,250 per episode.
Weekly news interviews with a 1,861-rating Apple audience
- Apple News publisher show with 259 episodes and a steady weekly cadence
- Roughly 30-minute interviews suit deep attention and recall for sponsors
- Apple rating average of 4.2 from 1,861 ratings signals an engaged listener base
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- interview, expert discussion
- Tone
- analytical, serious
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 27 to 35 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Titles cover politics and midterms, including 'The Cornell case exposes a dark reality' and 'How America’s gun obsession really started'; no explicit flag set.
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.apple.com/apple-news/ |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1577591053 |
| RSS feed | apple.news/podcast/apple_news_in_conversation |
Benchmark score: 100 / 100
Public rule, same for everyone. How it works.
Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Inside the trust crisis shaping this year’s midterms | 2026-10-15 | 40 min |
| The Cornell case exposes a dark reality about college culture | 2026-10-08 | 34 min |
| Americans want more kids. Here’s what’s stopping them. | 2026-10-01 | 27 min |
| The hidden tax Americans pay constantly — and how we can avoid it | 2026-09-24 | 31 min |
| The AI warnings are getting louder. Here’s what you need to know. | 2026-09-17 | 33 min |
| The dark side of America’s obsession with the Lindsay Clancy trial | 2026-09-10 | 32 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 4 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
Apple News In Conversation with Shumita Basu brings you interviews with some of the world’s best journalists and experts about the stories that impact our lives. Join us every week as we go behind the headlines.
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About Apple News In Conversation
Apple News In Conversation is a weekly interview podcast hosted by Shumita Basu that talks with journalists and experts about the stories affecting American life. The show, published with Apple News, has 259 episodes and runs about 30 minutes per episode, according to the RSS feed and Apple Podcasts data.
Listeners rate the show 4.2 out of 5 on Apple Podcasts from 1,861 ratings, and the website identifies Apple News as the publisher. Audience figures on Starbooked are estimates, not published download numbers, and suggest roughly 20,000 to 50,000 downloads per episode. Demographic splits are estimated and low in confidence.
No sponsors appear in the feed. An estimated host-read mid-roll rate of $360 to $1,250 per episode suits brands looking for news-adjacent credibility, thought leadership, or awareness campaigns, with attention to political topic adjacency.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Apple News In Conversation can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Apple News In Conversation
How much does Apple News In Conversation charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 20,000 to 50,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at $360 to $1,250 per episode. Exact pricing depends on placement and package terms agreed with the show.
What is Apple News In Conversation about?
The show features weekly interviews with journalists and experts about current events, politics, health, and technology, hosted by Shumita Basu and published by Apple News.
How do I contact Apple News In Conversation about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80, and boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked directly.
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