Book Cheat is hosted by Dave Warneke, a book club comedy show where he summarizes a classic novel or play for two guests each episode. The show has 138 episodes, released about every 14 days, with a median length of roughly 95 minutes. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode (estimated), with a rate of $90 to $625 per episode.
A book club comedy show with 600 Apple ratings averaging 4.9 stars
- 138 episodes since 2018 give a long, stable back catalogue for evergreen placements
- Apple Podcasts ratings show 575 five-star reviews out of 600, a strong signal of listener loyalty
- Guests from varied backgrounds bring their own audiences into each episode
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted banter, guest interview, book summary
- Tone
- playful, irreverent
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 70 to 105 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
Explicit flag is 0 and episode titles cover classic novels such as Rosemary's Baby and Death of a Salesman with no adult or drug focus; the Rosemary's Baby title is the closest to dark themes.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | play.acast.com/s/book-cheat |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1437951495 |
| RSS feed | feeds.acast.com/public/shows/4282e2e7-51fe-4fea-… |
Benchmark score: 76 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 137 - Hedda Gabler (with Lena Moon and Joel Zammit) | 2026-10-06 | 2 h 5 min |
| 136 - Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas (with Bec Petraitis and Alasdair | 2026-09-15 | 1 h 36 min |
| 135 - I Am Legend (with Jackson Baly and Joel Duscher) | 2026-09-01 | 1 h 57 min |
| 134 - The Little Prince (with Amy Ruffle and Tim Hewitt) | 2026-08-18 | 1 h 18 min |
| 133 - Anne of Green Gables (with Claire Hooper and Matt Stewart) | 2026-08-04 | 1 h 44 min |
| 132 - Candide (with Matt Stewart and Sonia Di Iorio) | 2026-07-21 | 1 h 30 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 13 days ago, a new one about every 14 days.
The book club podcast where Dave Warneke has read the book so you don't have to. Each episode Dave tells two special guests all about a classic novel or play, and by the end of the show, both you and they can pretend you've read it. From Austen to Tolstoy, Shakespeare to Hemingway... Devour a classic in a single sitting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
About Book Cheat
Book Cheat is a comedy book club podcast hosted by Dave Warneke, who gives a summary of a classic novel or play to two guests in each episode. The show is published on Acast through the feed and the show page, with 138 episodes released about every 14 days and a median length of roughly 95 minutes. Listeners rate it 4.9 out of 5 on Apple Podcasts from 600 ratings, which indicates a loyal following.
The format centres on playful conversation between the host and guests about works from authors such as Austen, Tolstoy, Shakespeare and Hemingway. Audience size is estimated at 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, based on the Apple rating count and show age, and listeners are likely to be readers interested in classic literature. No sponsors are named in the feed or on the Acast page.
A host-read mid-roll placement is estimated at $90 to $625 per episode, which suits book publishers, bookshops and literary apps looking for an engaged reading audience. The show is a fit for brands that want an entertaining, low-risk environment aligned with reading and the arts.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Book Cheat can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Book Cheat
How much does Book Cheat charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Rates for Book Cheat are estimated at $90 to $625 per episode for a host-read mid-roll ad, based on estimated downloads of 5,000 to 25,000 per episode. Final pricing depends on the sponsor's package and placement.
What is Book Cheat about?
Book Cheat is a comedy book club podcast hosted by Dave Warneke. Each episode he summarizes a classic novel or play for two guests, and the show has 138 episodes.
How do I contact Book Cheat 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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