Basically Famous
Basically Famous is a comedy and society podcast hosted by Spencer Laughlin and Wendy Vaughan, who share hot takes, life bullshit and listener calls. The show has 187 episodes, released about every two weeks, with a median length of around 71 minutes. Estimated downloads are 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, with an estimated rate of $40 to $200 per host-read mid-roll.
Long-running comedy show with an engaged listener base and a call-in hotline
- 187 episodes since 2021 with a 4.3 average Apple Podcasts rating from 774 ratings.
- Listener call-in hotline lets the hosts build segments around audience stories.
- Hosts Spencer Laughlin and Wendy Vaughan deliver casual, host-read style reads suited to comedy audiences.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted banter, listener call-ins, topic roundup
- Tone
- irreverent, conversational
- Language
- English
- Production
- Home recording
- Typical length
- 60 to 90 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
The feed is flagged explicit and the description uses profanity, with episode titles such as 'Bag of Boners' and 'Hot & Tethered' indicating adult humor.
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 | instagram.com/basicallyfamouspod. |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1476945087 |
| RSS feed | audioboom.com/channels/5060764.rss |
| www.instagram.com/basicallyfamouspod./ |
Benchmark score: 37 / 100
Public rule, same for everyone. How it works.
Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 89: Hostile & Hungry | 2026-09-25 | 1 h 10 min |
| 88: Patrick Told Us | 2026-09-08 | 1 h 25 min |
| 87: Jury Duty: The Lindsay Clancy Trial | 2026-08-27 | 1 h 53 min |
| 86: GrannyCore | 2026-05-26 | 1 h 10 min |
| 85: UNwellbutrin | 2026-05-07 | 1 h 8 min |
| 84: Bad Teacher | 2026-04-17 | 1 h 57 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 24 days ago, a new one about every 14 days.
You may not know us yet, but we're basically famous...and always in on the joke. This isn't our first rodeo so we've learned a thing or two and one things for certain: Our lives may look different, but we all deal with the same shit. Welcome to our digital diary, where we're taking our notoriety to the mic and no topic is off limits. Each week, we'll laugh over life's bullshit, share our hot…
About Basically Famous
Basically Famous is a comedy and society podcast hosted by Spencer Laughlin and Wendy Vaughan, as described on the show feed and its Instagram handle. Episodes run about every two weeks, typically between 60 and 90 minutes, and mix humor, hot takes and listener call-ins to a dedicated hotline. The show has 187 episodes and holds a 4.3 average rating from 774 ratings on Apple Podcasts.
The format is low-production and conversational, with the hosts riffing on everyday life and occasionally walking through topics such as court cases and social trends. Listeners are estimated to be mostly US adults aged 25 to 34, though the audience figures are estimates rather than published data. No sponsors are visible in the feed.
Estimated downloads sit at 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, which puts a host-read mid-roll at roughly $40 to $200 per episode. The show suits brands seeking a comedy audience and direct, conversational reads rather than family-friendly placements.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Basically Famous can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Basically Famous
How much does Basically Famous 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. Actual rates depend on the terms agreed with the show and are not published in the feed.
What is Basically Famous about?
Basically Famous is a comedy podcast hosted by Spencer Laughlin and Wendy Vaughan. It covers everyday life, hot takes, and listener call-ins through a dedicated hotline, with new episodes about every two weeks.
How do I contact Basically Famous about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked through Starbooked.
Similar creators
Podcast and other creators in comedy, ranked by score.
| Creator | Niches | Est. downloads | Median views | Rate | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ask Iliza Anythingpodcast | comedyadvice | 50k | – | $360–2000 | 100 |
#IMOMSOHARDpodcast | parentingcomedy | 50k | – | $360–2000 | 100 |
Lady to Ladypodcast | comedypop culture | 50k | – | $360–2000 | 100 |
The Oddcast Podcastpodcast · US | comedylifestyle | 50k | – | $360–2000 | 100 |
Pour Minds Podcastpodcast | comedydating | 50k | – | $360–2000 | 100 |
| lifestylecomedy | 50k | – | $360–2000 | 100 |