Decoding the Gurus
Decoding the Gurus, hosted by Christopher Kavanagh and Matthew Browne, examines contemporary 'secular gurus' and public intellectuals through critical analysis of their claims. The show has 266 episodes on a weekly cadence, with typical episodes of about 54 minutes. Estimated downloads are roughly 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, implying a rate of about $90 to $625 per host-read mid-roll.
Critical, audience-engaged analysis of public intellectuals with a loyal weekly following
- Nearly 1,000 Apple ratings and an 4.2 average signal an engaged, established listener base.
- Weekly episodes of 40 to 60 minutes give repeated exposure across a long back catalogue.
- Long-form analytical format suits brands wanting thoughtful, context-rich ad reads.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted banter, analytical deep dive, bonus commentary
- Tone
- skeptical, witty
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 40 to 60 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- Yes
The feed lists no funding links, but the episode titles reference a Patreon preview, indicating listener-funded bonus content.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Titles such as 'Nazi Apologist Imbeciles' and the coverage of contested political figures like Candace Owens indicate strong language and heated political content.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | decoding-the-gurus.captivate.fm |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1531266667 |
| RSS feed | feeds.captivate.fm/decoding-the-gurus/ |
Benchmark score: 97 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Supplementary Material 57: p(doom) Updates, Nazi Apologist Imbeciles, | 2026-10-14 | 40 min |
| Supplementary Material 56: 10% for AI Doom, Bespoke Debates, and Eurot | 2026-10-04 | 26 min |
| Candace Owens, Part 2: The Woman Who Noticed Everything | 2026-09-26 | 2 h 28 min |
| Candace Owens, Part 1: Charlie Kirk and the Cosmic Conspiracy | 2026-09-21 | 1 h 43 min |
| Gurometer Triple Threat: Professor Jiang, Mel Robbins & Jimmy Carr *Pa | 2026-09-14 | 60 min |
| Supplementary Material 55: Nature Debates, Murder Drone Conspiracies, | 2026-09-08 | 35 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 5 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
An exiled Northern Irish anthropologist and a hitchhiking Australian psychologist take a close look at the contemporary crop of 'secular gurus', iconoclasts, and other exiles from the mainstream, offering their own brands of unique takes and special insights. Leveraging two of the most diverse accents in modern podcasting, Chris and Matt dig deep into the claims, peek behind the psychological…
About Decoding the Gurus
Decoding the Gurus is a podcast hosted by Christopher Kavanagh and Matthew Browne that analyses contemporary 'secular gurus' and public intellectuals, testing their claims against evidence and examining the psychology behind their followings. According to the show's feed, it has published 266 episodes on a roughly weekly cadence, with a median episode length of about 54 minutes, and bonus material is offered through Patreon.
Apple Podcasts lists 966 ratings with an average of 4.2 out of 5, with the majority of ratings at the top of the scale. Audience estimates for this show are not published by the creators; based on the rating count, we estimate roughly 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, with listeners likely skewing toward adults aged 25 to 44 in English-speaking countries. No sponsors were found in the feed.
Host-read mid-roll sponsorships would fall in a rate range of about $90 to $625 per episode, based on the estimated audience. The show suits brands in education, online courses, books and self-improvement products seeking an engaged, critical-thinking audience.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Decoding the Gurus can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Decoding the Gurus
How much does Decoding the Gurus charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at about $90 to $625. Exact pricing should be confirmed directly with the show.
What is Decoding the Gurus about?
Decoding the Gurus is a weekly podcast in which Christopher Kavanagh and Matthew Browne analyse public intellectuals and 'secular gurus', testing their claims and examining their psychological appeal.
How do I contact Decoding the Gurus about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80, and boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked.
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