AppleInsider Podcast
AppleInsider Podcast, hosted by William Gallagher and Wesley Hilliard, covers Apple news, product reviews, rumors and analysis for iPhone, iPad and Mac users. The show has 653 episodes on a weekly cadence, typically about 70 minutes long. Estimated downloads are roughly 20,000 to 80,000 per episode, with an estimated rate of about $360 to $2,000 per host-read mid-roll.
Weekly Apple news show reaching engaged iPhone and Mac buyers across 653 episodes
- Apple Podcasts shows about 1,026 ratings with a 4.3 average, indicating a sizeable, engaged listener base.
- Weekly episodes of roughly 70 minutes give a sponsor a consistent slot in a technology-focused audience.
- Founded in 1997 as a source of Apple news, the AppleInsider brand is established with consumer-tech readers.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted banter, news roundup, product review
- Tone
- analytical, conversational
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 60 to 80 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- Yes
Patreon funding link present in the feed; no sponsor mentions found in the feed titles or description.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Explicit flag is 0 and recent titles cover product news, legal disputes and AI with no adult or violent themes.
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 | appleinsider.com/podcast/appleinsider-podcast |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id963144241 |
| RSS feed | feeds.transistor.fm/appleinsider |
Benchmark score: 100 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Finding a place for Apple HomeView on the AppleInsider Podcast | 2026-10-16 | 1 h 19 min |
| Two October Apple events and more Home Hub leaks on the AppleInsider P | 2026-10-09 | 1 h 6 min |
| Home Hub, iPhone 18 Pro cameras, and Meta VR on the AppleInsider Podca | 2026-10-02 | 1 h 15 min |
| Ron Johnson & buying iPhones in Apple Stores on the AppleInsider Podca | 2026-09-25 | 1 h 32 min |
| iPhone 18 Pro, Apple Watch, iPhone Duo, and iOS 27 on the AppleInsider | 2026-09-18 | 1 h 34 min |
| iPhone Duo design & MagSafe problems on the AppleInsider Podcast | 2026-09-11 | 1 h 5 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 3 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
Get the latest iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple news every Friday. Tune in to this weekly podcast for in-depth coverage, product reviews, and analysis of all news surrounding Apple. Since 1997 AppleInsider has been a premier source of Apple news, leaks, and rumors. Hosted by William Gallagher and Wesley Hilliard.
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About AppleInsider Podcast
AppleInsider Podcast is a weekly show that covers iPhone, iPad, Mac and wider Apple news, including product reviews, leaks and analysis. Hosts William Gallagher and Wesley Hilliard present the show, and the feed describes it as a companion to AppleInsider, a publication the feed says has covered Apple since 1997. The show has 653 episodes and runs typically about 70 minutes per episode.
Apple Podcasts lists 1,026 ratings with a 4.3 average. Based on that rating count and the show's weekly schedule, listeners are estimated at roughly 20,000 to 80,000 per episode; these figures are estimates, not published download data. The audience is likely consumer-tech enthusiasts and Apple product buyers, weighted toward the United States. The feed shows a Patreon funding link and no sponsor mentions, so the current rate of around $360 to $2,000 per host-read mid-roll is a benchmark for brands seeking consumer electronics or software reach.
The show suits accessory makers, app developers and subscription services that want to reach engaged Apple users. Source notes: show details from the RSS feed, rating data from Apple Podcasts, and host names from the feed persons list.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. AppleInsider Podcast can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about AppleInsider Podcast
How much does AppleInsider Podcast charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 20,000 to 80,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll is roughly $360 to $2,000 per episode, using an estimated $18 to $25 per 1,000 downloads. Rates are estimates derived from Apple Podcasts ratings.
What is AppleInsider Podcast about?
AppleInsider Podcast is a weekly show covering Apple news, product reviews, rumors and analysis for iPhone, iPad and Mac users. Hosts William Gallagher and Wesley Hilliard discuss the latest from Apple in episodes of about 70 minutes.
How do I contact AppleInsider Podcast about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked through Starbooked directly.
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