Fareed Zakaria GPS
Fareed Zakaria GPS, published by CNN, covers foreign affairs and global policy through one-on-one interviews and roundtable discussions. It has 456 episodes on a weekly cadence, with a median length of about 43 minutes. Estimated downloads are 20,000 to 80,000 per episode, with a host-read rate of $360 to $2,000 per episode.
Weekly foreign affairs interviews from CNN reach a large, older, policy-focused audience
- Over 450 episodes of CNN-produced interviews and roundtables on global policy.
- Apple Podcasts shows 3,034 ratings with a 4.2 average, a strong signal of an established listener base.
- Steady weekly releases of roughly 43 minutes give sponsors consistent placement.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- interview, roundtable discussion, news analysis
- Tone
- analytical, serious
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 40 to 45 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Episode titles cover wars, military conflict and political leadership, such as 'New Phase in Russia's War on Ukraine', which places it under the violence and political flags.
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.cnn.com/audio/podcasts/fareed-zakaria-gps |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id377785090 |
| RSS feed | feeds.megaphone.fm/WMHY7703459968 |
Benchmark score: 93 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| France’s Unrest, Middle East Wars, Trump and Greenland, Resisting DOGE | 2026-10-11 | 43 min |
| Bill Maher on the Midterms, AI Worldwide, the Future of Free Trade | 2026-10-04 | 43 min |
| Leaders on Ukraine and Russia, Serbia’s President on Political Flux, B | 2026-09-27 | 43 min |
| Microsoft AI CEO on Growing Concern Over Industry Safety | 2026-09-20 | 43 min |
| On GPS: Zelensky on Ukraine’s Path Forward | 2026-09-13 | 42 min |
| The Post-9/11 Wars, Trends of ’26, State of Democracy | 2026-09-06 | 43 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 8 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
Fareed Zakaria GPS takes a comprehensive look at foreign affairs and global policies through in-depth, one-on-one interviews and fascinating roundtable discussions.
About Fareed Zakaria GPS
Fareed Zakaria GPS is a CNN podcast hosted by Fareed Zakaria that examines foreign affairs and global policy through one-on-one interviews and roundtable discussions, according to the feed and the show description. The show has published 456 episodes, with new releases each week and a median running time of about 43 minutes, as shown in the RSS feed.
Apple Podcasts lists 3,034 ratings with a 4.2 average, from the Apple Podcasts listing. Listener figures are estimates, based on ratings volume, weekly cadence and CNN's publisher profile, suggesting roughly 20,000 to 80,000 downloads per episode, and the audience is likely older and skewed toward the United States.
No sponsors appear in the feed, so the show has no existing brand partners. Estimated host-read rates are $360 to $2,000 per episode, which suits financial, technology and education brands seeking a policy-minded audience.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Fareed Zakaria GPS can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Fareed Zakaria GPS
How much does Fareed Zakaria GPS charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Estimated host-read mid-roll rates are about $360 to $2,000 per episode, based on an estimated 20,000 to 80,000 downloads per episode. Final pricing depends on the show's own terms.
What is Fareed Zakaria GPS about?
The show covers foreign affairs and global policy through one-on-one interviews and roundtable discussions. Recent episodes address the Russia-Ukraine war, the Iran conflict and AI.
How do I contact Fareed Zakaria GPS about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked directly through Starbooked.
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