Backstage at the Vinyl Cafe
Backstage at the Vinyl Cafe, published by Apostrophe Podcast Network, revisits the Vinyl Cafe fiction stories of Dave, Morley and their kids, narrated by the late Stuart McLean, with behind-the-scenes memories from longtime producer Jess Milton. The show has 175 episodes released weekly, typically about 47 minutes long. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, implying a rate of $90 to $625 per episode.
Warm, family-friendly Canadian fiction with a loyal, high-rated listenership
- Weekly episodes of about 47 minutes give sponsors a consistent, long-form slot.
- Apple Podcasts rating of 4.9 from 223 ratings signals strong listener satisfaction.
- Family and nostalgia audience suits brands tied to home, gifting, and everyday life.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- narrative, behind-the-scenes storytelling, rebroadcast archive
- Tone
- warm, nostalgic
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 35 to 50 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- Apostrophe Podcast Network
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the network Apostrophe Podcast Network is named as publisher only.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Episode titles and description cover family life, school, and everyday events with no explicit flag set (explicit is 0).
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.vinylcafe.com |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1661643068 |
| RSS feed | feeds.acast.com/public/shows/63a2074753e78800112… |
Benchmark score: 84 / 100
Public rule, same for everyone. How it works.
Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Loading In - The Lost Chords & The World’s Smallest Record Store | 2026-10-16 | 51 min |
| It's Arthurs Time! | 2026-10-09 | 47 min |
| Performance - Kenny Wong and the Tank of Tranquility | 2026-10-02 | 29 min |
| M’Chigeeng - Le Morte D’Arthur | 2026-09-25 | 48 min |
| Looking Good - The Hairdresser & The House Next Door | 2026-09-18 | 52 min |
| School Days - School Lunch & Planet Boy | 2026-09-11 | 46 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 3 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
Backstage at the Vinyl Cafe welcomes listeners into the warm and comforting world of the Vinyl Cafe. Each episode features stories about Canada’s favourite fictional family: Dave, Morley and the kids, narrated by the late Stuart McLean and recorded live in concert. For the first time ever, long-time producer Jess Milton shares rare, behind-the-scenes stories from her 15 years touring, travelling,…
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About Backstage at the Vinyl Cafe
Backstage at the Vinyl Cafe is a Canadian audio fiction podcast from Apostrophe Podcast Network that revisits the stories of Dave, Morley and their children, originally narrated by the late Stuart McLean. Longtime producer Jess Milton shares behind-the-scenes accounts from her years touring and recording with McLean, according to the show's feed description.
The show has 175 episodes published weekly on Acast, usually running 35 to 50 minutes, and includes both new and rewound archive episodes. Its Apple Podcasts listing shows 223 ratings with an average of 4.9 out of 5, as recorded in the public Apple data.
Listeners are estimated to be mostly Canadian adults over 35, with downloads estimated at 5,000 to 25,000 per episode. No sponsors are visible in the feed, so brands seeking family-friendly placements can reach this audience at an estimated $90 to $625 per episode, which buys a host-read mid-roll in a warm, trusted context. Family products and Canadian consumer brands are the strongest fits.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Backstage at the Vinyl Cafe can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Backstage at the Vinyl Cafe
How much does Backstage at the Vinyl Cafe charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at $90 to $625 per episode. Exact pricing depends on the show's current terms.
What is Backstage at the Vinyl Cafe about?
The show revisits the Vinyl Cafe fiction stories about Dave, Morley and their kids, narrated by Stuart McLean, and includes behind-the-scenes stories from producer Jess Milton. New episodes publish weekly.
How do I contact Backstage at the Vinyl Cafe 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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