Embodied, hosted by Anita Rao and produced by WUNC, explores under-discussed aspects of identity, relationships and health through intimate conversations. The show has 298 episodes published weekly since July 2020, with typical episodes running about 50 minutes. Estimated downloads are 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, with a rate of $40 to $200 per episode for a host-read mid-roll.
Thoughtful health and identity conversations with a loyal, public-radio listenership
- Weekly 50-minute episodes since July 2020, with 298 episodes in the archive
- Apple Podcasts rating of 4.7 from 240 ratings, with 210 five-star reviews
- Guest conversations on health, sexuality and relationships suit considered, values-led brands
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- interview, guest conversation, bonus episode
- Tone
- intimate, thoughtful
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 48 to 52 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the station website lists business sponsorships and underwriting as a general station program, not tied to this show.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Episode titles address sexuality, incarceration and sports betting, and the feed is not flagged explicit (explicit=0), so content is treated as adult-adjacent but not explicit.
We classify content, never people. No age, gender, ethnicity, religion or political views are inferred about the creator. Audience figures are estimates unless marked verified. Creators can correct anything on their profile.
Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.wunc.org/podcast/embodied-podcast |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1525727534 |
| RSS feed | embodied.feed.wunc.org/ |
Benchmark score: 85 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Navigating Chronic Insomnia In A Sleep-Obsessed Culture | 2026-10-15 | 50 min |
| What It Takes To Make Art Your Life | 2026-10-08 | 50 min |
| Adapting in the Kitchen | 2026-10-01 | 50 min |
| Two Brothers, One Uncertain Future | 2026-09-24 | 50 min |
| Incarceration & The Physical Body | 2026-09-17 | 50 min |
| The Tools You Need For Building Better Groups | 2026-09-10 | 50 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 4 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
Dig into the underdiscussed corners of the human experience. Each week, host Anita Rao leads intimate conversations with people unafraid to question what we think we know about identity, relationships and health. Follow the show on Instagram at @embodiedwunc and on Bluesky at embodiedwunc.bsky.social. You can find Anita on Bluesky at asrao.bsky.social.
About Embodied
Embodied is an episodic podcast from WUNC, the NPR member station in the Triangle region of North Carolina, hosted by Anita Rao. According to the station's website, the show explores taboo and underdiscussed territory in health, identity and relationships through guest conversations. The feed lists 298 episodes, released weekly, typically running around 50 minutes.
Apple Podcasts shows a 4.7 average rating from 240 ratings, with 210 five-star reviews. Listener figures are estimates: the rating count suggests roughly 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, and the audience is likely to skew toward adults in the United States. No sponsors are named in the feed or on the station page.
A host-read mid-roll would sit in a rate range of about $40 to $200 per episode, based on estimated downloads at $18 to $25 per thousand. The show suits brands in wellness, health services and mindful living that want to reach an engaged, public-radio audience. Sources: the show's RSS feed, the WUNC website and Apple Podcasts.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Embodied can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Embodied
How much does Embodied charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Starbooked estimates a host-read mid-roll on Embodied at about $40 to $200 per episode, based on estimated downloads of 2,000 to 8,000 per episode and an $18 to $25 CPM. Final pricing is set by the show.
What is Embodied about?
Embodied is a weekly WUNC podcast hosted by Anita Rao. It features intimate conversations about health, identity, sexuality and relationships, usually around 50 minutes per episode.
How do I contact Embodied about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked through Starbooked directly.
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