Dear Old Dads, hosted by Eli Bosnick, Thomas Smith and Tom Curry, examines fatherhood, parenting, patriarchy and what it means to be a good man. The show has 319 episodes released roughly every five days, with a median length of about 49 minutes. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, with a rate of $90 to $625 per episode.
Engaged, mostly male parenting audience, weekly, with 540 Apple ratings averaging 4.8
- Five-day cadence across 319 episodes gives sponsors a steady, long-running schedule.
- Apple Podcasts shows 540 ratings averaging 4.8 stars, with 509 five-star reviews.
- Mid-roll host-read spots fit episodes of roughly 45 to 50 minutes.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted banter, interview, bonus recap
- Tone
- irreverent, candid
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 40 to 50 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed. The episode titles include 'Eli's Got Nissan Money' and the description names no sponsor, so a Nissan reference is noted but not treated as a sponsorship.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
The feed is flagged explicit and episode DOD296 is titled 'Give Your Baby a Whole Bottle of Cocaine', which references drugs; the show also covers adult themes such as childfree choice and partner conflict.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | sites.libsyn.com/418103 |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1627427933 |
| RSS feed | feeds.libsyn.com/418103/rss |
Benchmark score: 91 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Best of Tom: The Car Wash Fight Club (December 2022 Bonus) | 2026-10-16 | 1 h 8 min |
| Best of Tom: Are We Spoiling Our Kids? (DOD4) | 2026-10-14 | 1 h 5 min |
| Best of Tom: How Do We Protect Our Kids From Bullies? (DOD3) | 2026-10-09 | 1 h 15 min |
| Best of Tom: Get to Know the Dads (DOD1) | 2026-10-07 | 1 h 11 min |
| Tom's Not Ok. We're Taking A Break. | 2026-10-02 | 8 min |
| DOD302: Viced Rhino Transed All the Kids | 2026-09-25 | 40 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 3 days ago, a new one about every 5 days.
Hey kids, get ON our lawn! Dear Old Dads is a podcast examining and deconstructing all things Dad. From parenting to patriarchy; manning the grill to manning up; Dear Old Dads asks — what even is a dad anyway? What does it mean to be a good man in today's world? What should it mean? Listen along as we definitely find the correct, concise answers to all these questions and more! Featuring Eli…
About Dear Old Dads
Dear Old Dads is a podcast hosted by Eli Bosnick, Thomas Smith and Tom Curry that examines fatherhood, parenting, patriarchy and what it means to be a good man. According to the show's feed and website at seriouspod.com, episodes are released about every five days and typically run 40 to 50 minutes, with 319 episodes since June 2022.
The show is listed on Apple Podcasts with 540 ratings and an average of 4.8 stars, and the feed is flagged explicit. Listener figures here are estimates: based on the Apple rating count, we estimate 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode. The audience is likely parents and men interested in family life, based on the titles.
The feed shows no sponsor mentions. A host-read mid-roll at estimated audience levels would typically cost about $90 to $625 per episode, which suits family, parenting and men's lifestyle brands.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Dear Old Dads can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Dear Old Dads
How much does Dear Old Dads charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll ad is roughly $90 to $625 per episode. The final price depends on the agreed audience figures and the placement.
What is Dear Old Dads about?
Dear Old Dads is a podcast that examines fatherhood, parenting, patriarchy and what it means to be a good man today. Hosts Eli Bosnick, Thomas Smith and Tom Curry mix commentary, banter and interviews.
How do I contact Dear Old Dads about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked.
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