Espresso is a comedy podcast hosted by stand-up comedian Benedict Polizzi, who offers deliberately terrible advice and runs audience-prompted discussion segments. The show has 262 episodes released roughly every 14 days, with a median length of about 76 minutes. Estimated downloads are roughly 5,000 to 8,000 per episode, with a rate of $90 to $200 per host-read mid-roll.
Long-running comedy show with a loyal audience that answers its own questions
- 262 episodes with a steady biweekly cadence give a predictable sponsor slot
- Apple Podcasts rating of 4.9 across 178 ratings signals an engaged listener base
- Audience-prompted segments make host-read reads feel conversational rather than scripted
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- solo monologue, audience question segment, co-hosted banter
- Tone
- irreverent, playful
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 40 to 90 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed
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Feed is flagged explicit and recent titles include sexual references such as 'answering the phone as a sex shop employee'.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | feeds.transistor.fm/espresso-w-ben-polizzi |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1514492317 |
| RSS feed | feeds.transistor.fm/espresso-w-ben-polizzi |
Benchmark score: 70 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| THINGS YOU MISSED OUT ON | Espresso Pod 441 | 2026-10-15 | 1 h 1 min |
| KFC Mashed Potatoes (what do you want rubbed on your back?) | Espresso | 2026-10-01 | 39 min |
| Starter Jacket... Instant BFF's | How'd You Meet Your Best Friend? | E | 2026-09-21 | 1 h 19 min |
| The Teacher With A Pet Flea In A Locket (Weird Substitute Teachers) | 2026-09-03 | 59 min |
| College QB I kissed at A Party Freshman Year ily? (Missed Connections) | 2026-08-20 | 44 min |
| 5 grilled cheeses every day from Menards (What'd u get caught stealing | 2026-08-06 | 1 h 32 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 4 days ago, a new one about every 14 days.
Stand Up Comedian Benedict Polizzi gives listeners horrendous advice
About Espresso
Espresso is a comedy podcast hosted by stand-up comedian Benedict Polizzi, who gives listeners deliberately horrendous advice and reads questions from the audience. According to the feed and Apple Podcasts, the show has released 262 episodes since April 2020 on a roughly biweekly schedule, with episodes typically running between 40 and 90 minutes. The feed is flagged explicit, and recent topics include relationships, food and pop culture.
The show is published through Transistor and listed on Apple Podcasts, where it holds a 4.9 average rating from 178 ratings. Listener numbers are not published. Based on the rating count and back catalog, Starbooked estimates roughly 5,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, mostly from English-speaking listeners in the United States. Demographic splits are estimates only.
No sponsors appear in the feed, so the show suits host-read sponsorships from comedy, entertainment and food and beverage brands that accept adult-oriented content. At an estimated rate of $90 to $200 per mid-roll, a single sponsored episode reaches an audience comparable to a small independent comedy show.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Espresso can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Espresso
How much does Espresso charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Starbooked estimates $90 to $200 for a host-read mid-roll on Espresso, based on roughly 5,000 to 8,000 estimated downloads per episode. Final pricing depends on placement and the terms agreed with the show.
What is Espresso about?
Espresso is a comedy podcast hosted by Benedict Polizzi, featuring deliberately bad advice, audience questions and comedic stories. It releases new episodes about every two weeks.
How do I contact Espresso 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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