Crime Pays But Botany Doesn't
Crime Pays But Botany Doesn't, hosted by Tony Santore, covers plant evolution, ecology, pollination and habitat through natural selection, with comedic rants and guest interviews. It has 297 episodes released roughly every 11 days, typically running about 110 minutes. Estimated downloads are 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, with an estimated rate of $40 to $200 per episode.
Long-form plant science show with a loyal, highly rated audience
- 572 Apple Podcasts ratings with a 4.8 average signal an engaged listener base.
- 297 episodes since 2019 give sustained presence and a deep back catalogue.
- Long episodes of roughly 110 minutes allow extended host-read segments.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- solo monologue, interview, travel rant
- Tone
- irreverent, curious
- Language
- English
- Production
- Home recording
- Typical length
- 75 to 130 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
The description cites occasional profanity and the title 'North Carolina Rants (NSFW)' flags explicit language.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.spreaker.com/show/crime-pays-but-botany-does… |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1458563601 |
| RSS feed | www.spreaker.com/show/5634537/episodes/feed |
Benchmark score: 58 / 100
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Recent episodes
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|---|---|---|
| Bolivia Rants | 2026-10-04 | 1 h 55 min |
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| Paleobotanical Origins of The Reflecting Pool Disaster | 2026-09-16 | 2 h 8 min |
| Corruption, Cronyism, & Destroying a National Park | 2026-08-31 | 50 min |
| Taos & Denver Rants | 2026-08-25 | 1 h 22 min |
| Tennessee Oak Savanna Rants | 2026-08-05 | 1 h 60 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 15 days ago, a new one about every 11 days.
Why do some plants grow where they do? How can geology cause new plant species to evolve? Why are some plants pollinated by flies, some by bats, some by birds, and others by bees? How does a plant evolve to look like a rock? How can destroying lawns soothe the soul? This is a show about plants and plant habitat through the lens of natural selection and ecology, with a side of neurotic ranting,…
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About Crime Pays But Botany Doesn't
Crime Pays But Botany Doesn't is a long-form podcast hosted by Tony Santore that explores plant evolution, ecology, pollination and habitat through the lens of natural selection. The show mixes science with comedic rants, travel stories and interviews with botanists and ecologists, according to the show's feed description.
The feed lists 297 episodes released about every 11 days since February 2019, with a median episode length of roughly 110 minutes. The show holds a 4.8 average rating from 572 ratings on Apple Podcasts, and listeners are estimated to be mostly US-based adults interested in science and nature. These audience figures are estimates, not published metrics.
No sponsors were seen in the feed. Estimated downloads of 2,000 to 8,000 per episode imply a host-read mid-roll rate of roughly $40 to $200 per episode, suited to outdoor, gardening and science-education brands.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Crime Pays But Botany Doesn't can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Crime Pays But Botany Doesn't
How much does Crime Pays But Botany Doesn't 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 roughly $40 to $200 per episode. Actual pricing depends on the sponsorship terms agreed with the show.
What is Crime Pays But Botany Doesn't about?
The show covers plant evolution, ecology, pollination and habitat through natural selection, mixing science with comedic rants, travel stories and guest interviews with botanists.
How do I contact Crime Pays But Botany Doesn't about sponsoring an episode?
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