Creative Spark
Creative Spark, from American Masters and PBS, presents in-depth narrative interviews with artists about the creation of a single work across music, comedy, film, poetry and dance. The show has 104 episodes released roughly every three weeks, with a median length of about 31 minutes. Estimated downloads are 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, with a rate of $40 to $200 per episode.
Premium arts audience from PBS American Masters, listening to artists explain their creative process
- 104 episodes since 2016 with a 4.5 average Apple rating from 248 ratings
- Interviews with well-known artists, with episodes typically running around 31 minutes
- Family-friendly content with no sponsor mentions in the recent feed, so the host-read slot is uncluttered
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- narrative interview, artist profile
- Tone
- thoughtful, warm
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 25 to 40 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
Episode titles cover acting, comedy, music and dance with no explicit flags; the feed is not marked explicit.
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 | www.pbs.org/americanmasters |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1123178776 |
| RSS feed | feeds.megaphone.fm/TPG3674920142 |
Benchmark score: 62 / 100
Public rule, same for everyone. How it works.
Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Mike Faist Embraces the Unknown | 2026-10-02 | 44 min |
| The Many Passions of Matteo Lane | 2026-09-11 | 55 min |
| Taylor Rooks Talks NBA, Interview Techniques and Finding the Person Be | 2026-07-24 | 29 min |
| Michael Sarnoski: What Robin Hood and Folklore Tell Us About Ourselves | 2026-07-03 | 28 min |
| Tyler James Williams on 30 Years of Acting and Protecting the Next Gen | 2026-06-18 | 35 min |
| Why Atsuko Okatsuka’s Comedy Connects Across Cultures | 2026-06-05 | 30 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 17 days ago, a new one about every 21 days.
How do today’s masters create their art? American Masters: Creative Spark presents narrative interviews that go in-depth with an iconic artist about the creation of a single work. Each episode offers a unique window into the world of art and the creative process of artists and cultural icons across a wide range of disciplines, from music and comedy to poetry and film. Explore more at…
About Creative Spark
Creative Spark is a podcast from American Masters and PBS that features narrative interviews with artists about the creation of a single work. Episodes cover music, comedy, film, poetry and dance, and the show's website at pbs.org/creativespark describes the series as going in depth into each artist's creative process. The feed lists 104 episodes released about every three weeks, with a median length of roughly 31 minutes.
The Apple Podcasts listing shows 248 ratings with an average of 4.5, and the show has been listed there since June 2016. Listener estimates are rough, but ratings suggest about 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, and the audience skews toward adults aged 35 and over who follow arts and culture. The feed names no sponsors, so no ad integration is visible in the recent episodes.
At an estimated $40 to $200 per host-read mid-roll, a sponsorship would suit premium lifestyle brands, cultural institutions and education-focused campaigns that want an attentive arts audience.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Creative Spark can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Creative Spark
How much does Creative Spark charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on estimated downloads of 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at $40 to $200 per episode. Final pricing depends on the sponsor and the show's terms.
What is Creative Spark about?
Creative Spark is a PBS and American Masters podcast with in-depth narrative interviews with artists about how they made a single work. Guests come from music, comedy, film, poetry and dance.
How do I contact Creative Spark 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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