Ask a Spaceman! is hosted by astrophysicist Paul M. Sutter, who answers listener questions about time, space and the universe. The show has 287 episodes released roughly every 14 days, with a median length of about 29 minutes. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, with a sponsorship rate of about $90 to $620 per episode.
Engaged science listeners who ask questions and act on the answers
- Listener question format gives sponsors a natural curiosity-driven context
- 857 Apple ratings averaging 4.8 stars signal a loyal, satisfied audience
- Consistent biweekly releases over more than a decade make a dependable ad slot
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- listener question answer, solo monologue, explainer
- Tone
- curious, educational
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 25 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
Episode titles cover astronomy and physics topics such as black holes, the universe and free will, with no explicit flags.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.askaspaceman.com |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id958825741 |
| RSS feed | rss.libsyn.com/shows/60664/destinations/234448.x… |
Benchmark score: 81 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| AaS! 281: What Makes the Scattered Disk So Wild? | 2026-10-06 | 27 min |
| AaS! 280: Wait So We Can Steal Energy from Black Holes? | 2026-09-22 | 27 min |
| AaS! 279: What Can We Actually Find on an Exoplanet? | 2026-09-08 | 29 min |
| AaS! 278: What's A Good Story About Chandrasekhar? | 2026-08-18 | 36 min |
| AaS! 277: What's It Like to Travel Near the Speed of Light? | 2026-08-04 | 23 min |
| AaS! 276: What Would Happen if the Sun…Stopped? | 2026-07-21 | 27 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 13 days ago, a new one about every 14 days.
You've got questions and astrophysicist Paul M. Sutter has answers - every episode you will come closer to complete knowledge of time and space!
About Ask a Spaceman!
Ask a Spaceman! is a science podcast hosted by astrophysicist Paul M. Sutter, according to the show feed and the website askaspaceman.com. Each episode answers a listener question about astronomy, physics and the nature of the universe, in a solo format with a typical length of 25 to 35 minutes. The show has released 287 episodes since 2015 on a semimonthly schedule, and Apple Podcasts lists 857 ratings averaging 4.8 out of 5.
The audience is estimated, not reported: based on the ratings count, it is likely to reach 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode. The feed and Apple Podcasts show no sponsors in the most recent episodes. Estimated rates run from about $90 to $620 per host-read mid-roll slot.
The show suits science education brands, telescope and book makers, and STEM product companies that want a curious, attentive listener base.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Ask a Spaceman! can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Ask a Spaceman!
How much does Ask a Spaceman! charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on estimated downloads of 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, a host-read mid-roll ad is estimated at about $90 to $620 per episode. Final pricing depends on the sponsor deal and the show's own terms.
What is Ask a Spaceman! about?
Ask a Spaceman! is an astronomy and physics podcast hosted by Paul M. Sutter. Each episode answers a listener question about space, the universe and related science topics.
How do I contact Ask a Spaceman! about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80, and boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked.
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