Decoding TV, hosted by David Chen and Patrick Klepek, covers the television landscape with recaps and reviews of current shows, plus news and interviews. It has 375 episodes published roughly every six days, with typical episodes running about 88 minutes. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode (estimated). Estimated rate is $90 to $630 per episode, with one distinctive detail: a weekly Show of the Week segment alongside TV news.
Weekly TV criticism with a decade of loyal listeners and a strong Apple rating
- Apple Podcasts rating of 4.4 from 1,860 ratings, a sign of an engaged core audience.
- Consistent weekly cadence across 375 episodes since October 2016.
- Episodes pair current TV reviews with industry news, suiting streaming and entertainment brands.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted banter, episode review, news roundup, interview
- Tone
- analytical, conversational
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 80 to 100 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed. The description and show notes mention only the hosts' own newsletters and videogame podcast.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
The feed carries an explicit flag, and the show's Acast listing and episode titles discuss mature television content.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | podcast.decodingtv.com |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1163344992 |
| RSS feed | feeds.acast.com/public/shows/62d997ae8fb68e00135… |
Benchmark score: 100 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Ep. 132 - Mike Flanagan’s ‘Carrie’ Is a Good Show. But Should It Be Ca | 2026-10-16 | 1 h 33 min |
| Bonus Ep: ‘Dark Matter’ S2E07 Is About How AI Will Destroy Us All | 2026-10-10 | 30 min |
| Ep. 131 - Did ‘Lanterns’ Stick The Landing? Or Was It a Disaster? (Plu | 2026-10-06 | 1 h 28 min |
| Ep. 130 - What Does ‘Youth’ Have To Say About Life In Your 50s? (Plus: | 2026-09-29 | 1 h 34 min |
| Ep. 129 - Is The World Ready for a Netflix That’s Just Mid? (Plus: Rev | 2026-09-23 | 1 h 37 min |
| Ep. 128 - Breaking Down the 2026 Emmy Awards with Myles McNutt (Plus: | 2026-09-15 | 1 h 42 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 3 days ago, a new one about every 6 days.
David Chen and Patrick Klepek discuss everything going on in the world of TV, with recaps and reviews of the most interesting shows on the air. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
About Decoding TV
Decoding TV is a weekly podcast hosted by David Chen and Patrick Klepek that covers the television industry through recaps, reviews of current shows, and discussion of TV news. The feed lists 375 episodes published about every six days, with typical episodes running roughly 80 to 100 minutes. The show is hosted on Acast and is marked explicit in its feed.
The hosts appear on the show's website, which describes the podcast as analyzing the latest and greatest in TV. Apple Podcasts lists the show with 1,860 ratings and an average of 4.4 stars, and the show has been listed since October 2016. Listener numbers are not published; the estimate of 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode is based on ratings volume and show age, and should be treated as an estimate.
No sponsors are named in the feed or the website, so the show appears to run without paid integrations. Based on the estimated audience, a host-read mid-roll would typically cost about $90 to $630 per episode, suiting streaming platforms and entertainment brands seeking an engaged TV audience.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Decoding TV can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Decoding TV
How much does Decoding TV 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 $630 per episode. Final pricing depends on the show's own terms and the placement booked.
What is Decoding TV about?
Decoding TV is a weekly podcast where David Chen and Patrick Klepek discuss television news, review current shows, and analyze the latest episodes of series. Episodes typically run about 90 minutes.
How do I contact Decoding TV 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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