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CRAMPED is hosted by Kate Helen Downey and investigates menstrual pain, endometriosis, PCOS, fibroids and the medical system's habit of dismissing them. The show has 61 episodes released roughly weekly, with a median length of about 37 minutes. Estimated downloads are 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, implying a rate of about $40 to $200 per episode.

Why brands sponsor CRAMPED

Engaged women's health audience trusting an investigative show about being dismissed by doctors

  • Apple Podcasts rating of 4.9 from 207 ratings suggests a loyal listener base.
  • Weekly episodes of about 37 minutes give sponsors a steady presence over time.
  • Guests include endometriosis surgeons, researchers and policy voices, lending clinical credibility.
Best formenstrual and reproductive health productswomen's wellness brandshealth app or diagnostics sponsors
Watch forExplicit flag and frank discussion of reproductive anatomy suit brands that avoid mature language.

Brand fit report

Content

Topics, IAB taxonomy
Health70%
Science15%
Society15%
Formats
interview, solo monologue, narrative investigation
Tone
investigative, candid
Language
English
Production
Clean, edited audio
Typical length
30 to 50 minutes

Audience

Commercial intent25/100
Comments asking for links, prices or where to buy
Sentiment85/100
Estimated from titles, descriptions and engagement
Est. downloads per episode2k–8k
Estimated, confidence 60%: Apple ratings_count of 207 maps to the 2,000 to 8,000 band, shifted one band up for a show under two years old, with a 4.9 average rating and weekly cadence.
Audience asks aboutWhat causes endometriosis and how is it diagnosed?Are period products safe to use?How can I get my period pain taken seriously by a doctor?
Age
20%18-24
40%25-34
25%35-44
15%45+
Gender
80%women
20%men
Countries
🇺🇸 United States75%
🇬🇧 United Kingdom10%
🇨🇦 Canada5%
Other10%
LanguagesEnglish 100%

Commercial

0%of the last 20 episodes had a sponsor
None seenno sponsor mentions in the last 20 episodes
Brands seen
None yet
Categories promoted
None yet
Affiliate links
No

No sponsor mentions found in the feed

Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability

Profanitymedium
Adultmedium
Drugslow
Violencelow
Politicsmedium

Feed is flagged explicit and episode titles include the phrase 'Are You F**king Kidding Me??' and references to Congress and health policy bills.

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

Benchmark score: 82 / 100

Public rule, same for everyone. How it works.

Consistency Latest episode within the usual cadence50 / 50
Activity Episodes in the last 90 days, weekly is full marks28 / 30
Reach Estimated downloads per episode, 20k is full marks5 / 20

Recent episodes

Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 6 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.

Tired of suffering from "death cramps" for 20 years, Kate Helen Downey has to find her own answers. She interviews top doctors and researchers, and delves into topics from period poops to endometriosis surgery to TikTok wellness scams, all to figure out why menstrual pain is so often dismissed and untreated. What she finds will change how you think about your own body and the medical system.…
CRAMPED's own show description from the podcast feed

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About CRAMPED

CRAMPED is an investigative health documentary podcast hosted by Kate Helen Downey, according to the show's RSS feed and its Art19 page. Each episode examines menstrual pain, endometriosis, PCOS, fibroids and the dismissal of women's symptoms, mixing interviews with doctors and researchers and solo commentary. The show has released 61 episodes on a weekly to biweekly cadence, typically running 30 to 50 minutes.

Apple Podcasts lists 207 ratings with a 4.9 average, which places the show in the 2,000 to 8,000 estimated downloads per episode range. The audience appears to be mostly women aged 25 to 44 in the United States, though these shares are estimates and not published figures. No sponsors were named in the feed or the Apple listing.

At an estimated $40 to $200 per host-read mid-roll, a sponsorship buys a placement in an engaged women's health audience. The show suits menstrual health, wellness and diagnostics brands that can speak to this audience without marketing pressure.

Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. CRAMPED can edit or remove this page at any time.

Questions about CRAMPED

How much does CRAMPED charge for a podcast sponsorship?

CRAMPED's estimated rate is about $40 to $200 per host-read mid-roll ad, based on an estimated 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode. Exact pricing depends on the placement and the terms agreed with the show.

What is CRAMPED about?

CRAMPED is an investigative podcast by Kate Helen Downey about menstrual pain, endometriosis, PCOS and why women's symptoms are often dismissed. It features interviews with doctors and researchers.

How do I contact CRAMPED about sponsoring an episode?

The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked directly through Starbooked.

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