Austen Chat
Austen Chat is the monthly podcast of the Jane Austen Society of North America, interviewing scholars, authors and subject experts about Jane Austen's writings, life and times. It has 41 episodes published roughly every 28 days, with a median length of about 42 minutes. Estimated downloads are 2,000 to 8,000 per episode (estimated), with a suggested rate of $40 to $200 per episode.
Engaged, literate listeners of a long-running Jane Austen society podcast
- Monthly interviews with scholars and authors reach a dedicated Austen readership.
- Apple Podcasts shows 227 ratings averaging 4.9 out of 5.
- Episodes run about 42 minutes, giving room for a full host-read message.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- interview, guest conversation
- Tone
- scholarly, warm
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 35 to 45 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 novels, letters, and literary history with no flagged 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.jasna.org |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1693249643 |
| RSS feed | rss.buzzsprout.com/2200681.rss |
Benchmark score: 61 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Reading Between the Lines of Mansfield Park: A Visit with Patricia Mat | 2026-10-08 | 44 min |
| Rereading Jane Austen: A Visit with Elaine Bander | 2026-09-10 | 32 min |
| Jane Austen Wrecked My Life: A Visit with Laura Piani | 2026-08-06 | 23 min |
| From Emma to Clueless: A Visit with Amy Heckerling | 2026-07-02 | 49 min |
| Jane Austen: Material Girl — Paula Byrne and Hilary Davidson in Conver | 2026-06-04 | 48 min |
| Jane Austen & Crime: A Visit with Susannah Fullerton | 2026-05-07 | 37 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 11 days ago, a new one about every 28 days.
Welcome to Austen Chat, the podcast of the Jane Austen Society of North America (JASNA). Join us each month as we interview scholars, authors, and subject experts on a wide range of topics related to Austen’s writings, her life and times, and more. There is always more to learn and enjoy about Jane!
About Austen Chat
Austen Chat is the monthly podcast of the Jane Austen Society of North America, a volunteer-run non-profit. Each episode features an interview with a scholar, author or subject expert on Austen's novels, letters, life and afterlife. The show has published 41 episodes since June 2023, roughly every 28 days, with a typical length of about 42 minutes according to the RSS feed.
The Apple Podcasts listing shows 227 ratings with an average of 4.9 out of 5. Listener figures are not published; based on these signals we estimate 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, which is an estimate and not a verified count. Listeners are likely to be Austen readers and literary enthusiasts, mostly in North America.
No sponsors appear in the feed or the website. An estimated rate of $40 to $200 per episode would buy a host-read mid-roll, best suited to book publishers and literary brands.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Austen Chat can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Austen Chat
How much does Austen Chat charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at about $40 to $200 per episode. Final pricing depends on the show's terms.
What is Austen Chat about?
Austen Chat interviews scholars, authors and experts about Jane Austen's novels, letters, life and legacy. It is produced monthly by the Jane Austen Society of North America.
How do I contact Austen Chat 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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