City Confidential
City Confidential, published by A&E and PodcastOne, is a noir-style true crime series that retells one crime per episode and its effect on a city or town across America. It has 123 episodes on a weekly cadence, typical length about 30 to 35 minutes. Estimated downloads per episode are 8,000 to 25,000 (estimated). Rate range per episode is $150 to $630. One distinctive detail: episodes combine family, detective and journalist accounts with interview footage.
Network-produced true crime with a loyal weekly audience across American cities
- Weekly episodes of about 30 minutes give a sponsor a predictable, recurring slot.
- Apple Podcasts shows 189 ratings at 4.5 average, a sign of an engaged listener base.
- Each episode centers on one American city, so regional brands can target a local story.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- narrative, interview, bonus crossover episode
- Tone
- noir, somber
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 30 to 35 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed
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Titles cover murders and mob hits, such as 'Youngstown: Mob Hits and Misses' and 'Horror in Amityville', so violence is flagged high.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | art19.com/shows/city-confidential |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1753982708 |
| RSS feed | rss.art19.com/city-confidential |
Benchmark score: 84 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Boston's Little Girl Lost | 2026-10-15 | 38 min |
| You Might Also Like: History’s Greatest Mysteries - The Valentine's Da | 2026-10-13 | 41 min |
| Los Angeles: Silenced Partner | 2026-10-08 | 32 min |
| Lynchburg: The Heiress and Her Lover | 2026-10-01 | 32 min |
| Memphis: Buning Betrayal | 2026-09-24 | 27 min |
| Milwaukee: The Legend of Bambi Bembenek | 2026-09-17 | 35 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 4 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
City Confidential explores crimes that have impacted cities and towns across America. The iconic, noir-style series goes beyond the headlines to showcase the emotional and unexpected stories that catapulted unique communities, both large and small, into the public eye. Each episode tells the story of one crime, the ensuing investigation, and the ripple effect it had on a community. Speaking with…
About City Confidential
City Confidential is a true crime podcast published by A&E and PodcastOne and hosted on Art19. Each episode tells the story of one crime that affected a city or town in America, drawing on interviews with family, friends, detectives and journalists. The show has 123 episodes released weekly, with typical episodes running about 30 to 35 minutes, according to the feed.
Apple Podcasts lists 189 ratings with an average of 4.5 stars, and the show was listed there in June 2024. Its audience is not published; based on these signals, we estimate 8,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode. No sponsors were found in the feed, so the show appears to be unsponsored in its recent episodes.
At an estimated rate of $18 to $25 per 1,000 downloads, a host-read mid-roll would cost about $150 to $630 per episode. The show suits true crime-adjacent brands, home security and streaming launches seeking a weekly American audience. Source for these facts: the show's RSS feed and Apple Podcasts listing.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. City Confidential can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about City Confidential
How much does City Confidential charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 8,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at about $150 to $630 per episode. Rates are estimates derived from listener signals, not published prices.
What is City Confidential about?
City Confidential is a true crime podcast that retells one crime per episode and how it affected a city or town across America, using interviews and firsthand accounts.
How do I contact City Confidential 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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