Decibel Geek is a weekly hard rock and heavy metal podcast hosted by Chris Czynszak and Aaron Camaro, covering new releases, classic albums, interviews and festival coverage. It has 639 episodes since 2011, with a median length of about 86 minutes. Estimated downloads are 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, implying a rate of $40 to $200 per mid-roll read.
Long-running hard rock and metal show with a loyal, highly rated core audience
- Weekly episodes since 2011, with 639 episodes in the feed and new releases each cycle
- 433 Apple Podcasts ratings averaging 4.8 out of 5, with 400 five-star reviews
- Long episodes, median about 86 minutes, give a sponsor time to be heard
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted banter, interview, album discussion
- Tone
- informal, enthusiastic
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 60 to 120 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the description and website list no funding links or sponsors.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Episode titles reference metal and rock culture without explicit flags; the website contact page carries a joking reference to sexual propositions and threats, which is standard site copy rather than show content.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.decibelgeek.com |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id433426711 |
| RSS feed | feeds.megaphone.fm/decibelgeek |
Benchmark score: 79 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| DBG Times - Ep684 | 2026-10-12 | 3 h 53 min |
| Beat the Geek - Ep683 | 2026-09-29 | 2 h 3 min |
| Fresh Blood September 2026 - Ep682 | 2026-09-16 | 1 h 31 min |
| Geekwire Week of 09.07.26 - Ep681 | 2026-09-07 | 1 h 17 min |
| Decibel Geek Conquers the Mountain - Ep680 | 2026-09-01 | 2 h 53 min |
| Mapping Out The Mountain Music Festival 2026 - Ep679 | 2026-08-17 | 1 h 49 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 7 days ago, a new one about every 10 days.
Decibel Geek is a weekly podcast that features discussion of all things Hard Rock & Heavy Metal from the 1960's through today. The show is hosted by Chris Czynszak & AAron Camaro, lifelong fans of the genre. Each week, Chris & AAron discuss new releases, classic albums, and everything in between. They also interview musicians, industry insiders, and other experts on the subject. Decibel Geek is a…
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About Decibel Geek Podcast
Decibel Geek is a hard rock and heavy metal podcast covering new releases, classic albums, music history and interviews with musicians and industry figures. The show is hosted by Chris Czynszak and Aaron Camaro, and the Decibel Geek website describes Chris as a former rock journalist who launched the podcast in April 2011, with Aaron joining as co-host and a veteran of rock radio.
The feed lists 639 episodes, with releases roughly every nine to ten days and a median episode length of about 86 minutes. Apple Podcasts shows 433 ratings with an average of 4.8 out of 5. Listener figures are estimates: based on rating volume and show age, the show likely draws about 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, and the audience skews toward long-time metal fans in the United States, with smaller groups in the United Kingdom and Canada.
No sponsors are named in the feed or on the website. At an estimated $18 to $25 per 1,000 downloads, a host-read mid-roll would cost roughly $40 to $200 per episode. This suits music gear, concert ticketing or merchandise brands looking for a dedicated rock and metal audience. Sources: the show's RSS feed, Apple Podcasts and decibelgeek.com.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Decibel Geek Podcast can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Decibel Geek Podcast
How much does Decibel Geek Podcast charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on estimated downloads of 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, a host-read mid-roll would be roughly $40 to $200 per episode. The show has not published rates, so the final price should be confirmed directly with the show.
What is Decibel Geek Podcast about?
Decibel Geek is a weekly hard rock and heavy metal podcast covering new releases, classic albums, music history and interviews with musicians and industry insiders, hosted by Chris Czynszak and Aaron Camaro.
How do I contact Decibel Geek Podcast about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80, and boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked. The hosts can also be reached through the contact page on decibelgeek.com.
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