Completely Unnecessary Podcast
Completely Unnecessary Podcast, hosted by Pat Contri with co-host Ian, covers video games, movies and retro game topics, including audience Q and A. It has 397 episodes since 2013 with irregular cadence of roughly every five weeks in the recent feed, and typical episodes run about 110 minutes. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, implying a sponsorship rate of about $90 to $630 per host-read mid-roll.
Long-running video game podcast with a loyal retro collecting audience since 2013
- 397 episodes since 2013 with a 4.5 average rating from 1,065 Apple ratings
- Typical episodes run about 110 minutes, leaving room for multiple host-read mid-roll placements
- Audience centred on retro hardware, collecting and console news, a niche with strong purchase intent
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted banter, news commentary, audience Q and A
- Tone
- irreverent, conversational
- Language
- English
- Production
- Home recording
- Typical length
- 100 to 115 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; no funding links are listed.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Feed carries an explicit flag (explicit=1), so the show is not family friendly by its own rating; topics are video games and collecting with no sensitive content in the 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 | podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecupodcast |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id705355841 |
| RSS feed | anchor.fm/s/37360560/podcast/rss |
Benchmark score: 45 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Super Show #35 - M64 Launch, Amico Details, Podcast Memories | 2026-08-26 | 2 h 49 min |
| Super Show #34 - Sony Ending PS5 Discs, Pat Returns to the Flea Market | 2026-07-15 | 2 h 15 min |
| Super Show #33 - Intellivision Amico Teardown, Pat's Worst Collecting | 2026-05-27 | 1 h 50 min |
| Super Show #32 - Neo Geo Plus, AVGN Anniversary, Amico CEO Interview | 2026-04-22 | 2 h 5 min |
| Super Show #31 - Street Fighter II Turns 35, Pat the NES Punk Update, | 2026-03-20 | 2 h 3 min |
| Super Show #30 - Giant Game Collection Sold, Troubling M64 Update, Xbo | 2026-02-25 | 1 h 60 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 54 days ago, a new one about every 35 days.
Pat and Ian discuss the latest in video games, movies, retro game topics, and take Q and A from the audience! It's the Completely Unnecessary Podcast!
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About Completely Unnecessary Podcast
Completely Unnecessary Podcast is a video game and movie show hosted by Pat Contri, with co-host Ian, that covers retro gaming, collecting and industry news, and takes audience questions. According to the show's feed and website, it has published 397 episodes since August 2013, with the most recent in the feed released on 26 August 2026 and a cadence of roughly every five weeks lately. Episodes typically run about 110 minutes.
Apple Podcasts lists 1,065 ratings with an average of 4.5 stars, and the show is updated weekly according to its Apple listing. Listeners are estimated, not measured, to be mostly US-based collectors and gaming enthusiasts; the estimated reach is 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode. No sponsors are named in the feed.
A host-read mid-roll is estimated at about $90 to $630 per episode, based on the estimated download range. Brands in retro gaming hardware, accessories or collectibles are the best fit.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Completely Unnecessary Podcast can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Completely Unnecessary Podcast
How much does Completely Unnecessary Podcast charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at roughly $90 to $630. Exact pricing is set by the show and should be confirmed directly.
What is Completely Unnecessary Podcast about?
It is a video game and movie podcast hosted by Pat Contri and Ian, covering retro gaming, collecting, industry news and audience Q and A, with episodes typically around 110 minutes long.
How do I contact Completely Unnecessary Podcast 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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