DEADBUG Says, hosted by DEADBUG, a television director, writer and journalist, covers factual true crime cases reconstructed from trial transcripts, reports and witness testimony, mixed with dark humour and commentary. The show has 62 episodes, released roughly every five days, with a median length of about 31 minutes. Estimated downloads per episode are 2,000 to 8,000, with an estimated rate of $40 to $200 per host-read mid-roll ad.
Evidence-led true crime with a loyal, highly rated weekly audience
- Apple Podcasts shows 201 ratings with a 5.0 average, a strong signal of listener satisfaction.
- Episodes run about 31 minutes on a steady weekly-plus cadence across 62 episodes.
- Reconstructions draw on trial transcripts and witness testimony, giving a serious, detailed frame for brand messages.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- solo monologue, narrative, case reconstruction
- Tone
- direct, darkly humorous
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 25 to 45 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- Yes
The description links to a Patreon page for paid access to films and podcasts, and no sponsor mentions were found in the feed.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Titles cover murders and executions (e.g. 'The Execution Of Christa Pike'), and the feed carries an explicit flag.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | redcircle.com/shows/deadbug-says7799 |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1611464286 |
| RSS feed | feeds.redcircle.com/429e2230-9fd5-4a7f-8b82-7be6… |
Benchmark score: 42 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| The Pastors Secret, The Murder of Ashley Flynn | 2026-10-10 | 42 min |
| Getting The Know The Dead | In The News | 2026-10-07 | 26 min |
| Christa Pike, The Conspiracies | 2026-10-03 | 32 min |
| The Failed Execution Of Christa Pike | Getting To Know The Dead | 2026-10-01 | 27 min |
| The Execution Of Christa Pike | Tales Of The Shadow People | 2026-09-30 | 32 min |
| The High Society Murder | 2026-09-29 | 33 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 9 days ago, a new one about every 5 days.
DEADBUG says is a Television Director, Writer and Journalist specialising in factual and true crime programming. His work spans broadcast and long-form storytelling, reconstructing real cases using primary source material, including trial transcripts, prosecution and defence reports, and witness testimony. He is the creator and host of the Deadbug podcast, recognised for its direct, evidence-led…
About DEADBUG SAYS
DEADBUG Says is a true crime podcast hosted by DEADBUG, a television director, writer and journalist who specialises in factual programming. Each episode reconstructs real criminal cases from primary sources such as trial transcripts, prosecution and defence reports and witness testimony, combined with dark humour and commentary.
The show has 62 episodes since February 2022, released roughly every five days, with a median length of about 31 minutes. Its Apple Podcasts listing shows 201 ratings with a 5.0 average. Listener figures are not published; the estimate of 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode is based on the rating count and show age, and is an estimate only.
No sponsors were found in the feed. Based on the estimated audience, a host-read mid-roll is priced at roughly $40 to $200 per episode. The show suits true crime, documentary streaming and legal or home-security brands seeking an adult audience.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. DEADBUG SAYS can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about DEADBUG SAYS
How much does DEADBUG Says charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll is priced at roughly $40 to $200 per episode. Rates are estimates derived from listener estimates, not published prices.
What is DEADBUG Says about?
DEADBUG Says is a true crime podcast that reconstructs real criminal cases from trial transcripts and witness testimony, with a darkly humorous, commentary-led tone. Episodes run about 31 minutes.
How do I contact DEADBUG Says 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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