Bold and Blunt is hosted by Cheryl Chumley, online opinion editor at The Washington Times, offering commentary on major political, cultural and religious issues. The show has 100 episodes, released roughly weekly, with a median length of about 32 minutes. Estimated downloads are 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, with an estimated rate of $40 to $200 per mid-roll host-read ad.
Engaged conservative news-commentary audience hearing a Washington Times opinion editor weekly
- Weekly 30-plus minute solo commentary from a Washington Times opinion editor, with a consistent format over 100 episodes
- Apple Podcasts rating of 4.7 from 184 ratings, with 161 five-star reviews, indicating a loyal listener base
- Topics span politics, religion and economic policy, suited to brands aligned with those themes
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- solo monologue, opinion commentary
- Tone
- opinionated, direct
- Language
- English
- Production
- Home recording
- Typical length
- 30 to 36 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- The Washington Times
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the show is published by The Washington Times, which is named as owner.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Episode titles such as "George Soros destroys another life" and "America's communist problem" show strongly partisan political framing, though no explicit content is flagged.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | boldblunt.radio.washingtontimes.com/website |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1493451207 |
| RSS feed | boldblunt.libsyn.com/rss |
Benchmark score: 20 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| The bureaucracy of war and disease | 2026-09-29 | 36 min |
| The bureaucracies of natural disasters | 2026-09-22 | 34 min |
| UFOs, aliens and the Bible are compatible beliefs | 2026-09-15 | 30 min |
| Government is not science, and neither is Fauci | 2026-08-25 | 35 min |
| Democrats are still TDS-Strong | 2026-08-18 | 33 min |
| America's communist problem | 2026-08-04 | 34 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 20 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
Bold and blunt: Washington Times online opinion editor Cheryl Chumley brings her no-holds-barred take on the big issues of the day.
About Bold and Blunt
Bold and Blunt is a commentary podcast hosted by Cheryl Chumley, online opinion editor at The Washington Times. According to the feed and the show's website, episodes cover politics, government bureaucracy, religion and current affairs in a direct, opinionated style. The show has 100 episodes released roughly every seven days, with a median running time of about 32 minutes.
The show holds a 4.7 average rating from 184 ratings on Apple Podcasts. Listener figures are estimates, not published numbers: based on rating volume and show age, the show is likely to reach around 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, and the audience skews older and American. No sponsors were seen in the feed. Estimated mid-roll host-read rates are roughly $40 to $200 per episode, a placement that suits brands looking to reach a politically engaged, faith-leaning audience.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Bold and Blunt can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Bold and Blunt
How much does Bold and Blunt charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Estimated host-read mid-roll rates are about $40 to $200 per episode, based on an estimated 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode. Actual rates depend on negotiation and placement.
What is Bold and Blunt about?
Bold and Blunt is a weekly commentary podcast hosted by Washington Times opinion editor Cheryl Chumley. Episodes cover politics, government, religion and current affairs in a direct, opinionated style.
How do I contact Bold and Blunt 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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