Cold Call, hosted by Brian Kenny, distills Harvard Business School case studies into podcast conversations with faculty and business leaders. The show has 298 episodes released roughly every two weeks, with a median length of about 29 minutes. Estimated downloads per episode are 5,000 to 25,000, with a rate of about $90 to $625 per episode.
Reach senior executives through Harvard Business School case discussions
- Recent episodes cover strategy, AI adoption, and leadership, aligned with executive interests.
- Episodes run about 29 minutes median, giving room for a full host-read placement.
- Apple Podcasts rating of 4.5 from 193 ratings signals a loyal, engaged listener base.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- interview, case discussion, co-hosted conversation
- Tone
- analytical, engaging
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 25 to 35 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- Harvard Business SchoolHBR Presents
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the show is produced by Harvard Business Review and promotes its own publications and the book Fixable.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Business case discussions with no explicit flags or sensitive topics in the recent titles.
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 | hbr.org/podcasts/cold-call |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1156646189 |
| RSS feed | feeds.harvardbusiness.org/harvardbusiness/cold-c… |
Benchmark score: 75 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Restructuring Mobile Game Giant Supercell for a Turnaround | 2026-10-13 | 37 min |
| Getting Your Boss to Buy into Your Strategy (from “Coaching Real Leade | 2026-10-06 | 51 min |
| Considering the Future of the BBC and Its Funding Model | 2026-09-29 | 28 min |
| Dare to Be Bad at Something (from Fixable) | 2026-09-22 | 26 min |
| How GEO Is Changing the Role of Brand Manager | 2026-09-15 | 31 min |
| Best of Cold Call: The Bumpy Road to Expanding a Fleet of Electric Sch | 2026-09-01 | 32 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 6 days ago, a new one about every 14 days.
Cold Call distills Harvard Business School's legendary case studies into podcast form. Hosted by Brian Kenny, the podcast airs every two weeks and features Harvard Business School faculty discussing cases they've written and the lessons they impart.
About Cold Call
Cold Call is a podcast from Harvard Business Review, hosted by Brian Kenny, that distills Harvard Business School case studies into conversations with faculty and business leaders. According to the show's website, Kenny serves as Chief Marketing and Communications Officer at Harvard Business School. The show has 298 episodes released roughly every two weeks, with a median length of about 29 minutes.
According to Apple Podcasts, the show holds a 4.5 average from 193 ratings. Audience figures are estimates only: the show's listeners are likely business professionals and executives in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Canada. No sponsors were found in the feed, and the show promotes Harvard Business Review's own publications.
Based on the Apple rating count, sponsorship is estimated at about $90 to $625 per episode for a host-read mid-roll, depending on audience estimates. The show suits B2B software and executive education brands seeking senior business audiences.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Cold Call can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Cold Call
How much does Cold Call charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on estimated downloads of 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at about $90 to $625 per episode. Final pricing depends on the show's current terms.
What is Cold Call about?
Cold Call is a Harvard Business Review podcast hosted by Brian Kenny. It distills Harvard Business School case studies into conversations about strategy, leadership, and business decisions.
How do I contact Cold Call about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked directly.
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