First Draft: A Dialogue on Writing
First Draft: A Dialogue on Writing is hosted by Mitzi Rapkin and features in-depth interviews with fiction, non-fiction, essay and poetry writers about their work and craft. The weekly show has 596 episodes since 2015, with a median length of about 63 minutes. Estimated downloads per episode are 5,000 to 25,000, implying a rate of roughly $90 to $625 per episode.
Reach engaged readers through long-form conversations with acclaimed working writers
- 596 weekly episodes since 2015 give a deep, searchable archive of author interviews.
- Rated 4.7 on Apple Podcasts from 196 ratings, with most ratings at five stars.
- Episodes run about an hour, so listeners stay through host-read messages.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- interview, long-form conversation
- Tone
- thoughtful, literary
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 55 to 70 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 and description are literary interviews with no explicit flags; the feed is marked non-explicit.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | cms.megaphone.fm/channel/LIT3049833542 |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1056879870 |
| RSS feed | feeds.megaphone.fm/LIT3049833542 |
Benchmark score: 82 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| First Draft - T. Geronimo Johnson | 2026-10-12 | 1 h 12 min |
| First Draft - Robert Kolker | 2026-10-05 | 1 h 8 min |
| First Draft - Margrét Ann Thors | 2026-09-28 | 1 h 2 min |
| First Draft - Sebastian Barry (Returns) | 2026-09-21 | 1 h 18 min |
| First Draft - Elizabeth Alexander | 2026-09-14 | 1 h 16 min |
| First Draft - Roberta Recchia | 2026-09-07 | 1 h 15 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 7 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
First Draft: A Dialogue on Writing is a weekly show featuring in-depth interviews with fiction, non-fiction, essay, and poetry writers. First Draft: A Dialogue on Writing highlights the voices of writers as they discuss their work, their craft, and the literary arts. This weekly show hosted by Mitzi Rapkin is a celebration of creative writing and the individuals who are dedicated to bringing…
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About First Draft: A Dialogue on Writing
First Draft: A Dialogue on Writing is a weekly interview podcast hosted by Mitzi Rapkin, according to the show feed and Apple Podcasts. Each episode features a fiction, non-fiction, essay or poetry writer discussing their work, craft and the literary arts. The show has released 596 episodes since November 2015, with a median length of about 63 minutes.
Apple Podcasts lists 196 ratings with an average of 4.7 out of 5. Audience size is not published. Based on the rating count and the show's age, we estimate 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, and the audience is likely to skew toward readers over 35. No sponsors appear in the feed or website data. A host-read mid-roll would typically cost about $90 to $625 per episode, which suits book publishers, writing courses and bookstores.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. First Draft: A Dialogue on Writing can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about First Draft: A Dialogue on Writing
How much does First Draft: A Dialogue on Writing charge for a podcast sponsorship?
The estimated rate is about $90 to $625 per host-read mid-roll, based on an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode at $18 to $25 per 1,000. Actual pricing depends on the sponsor and placement.
What is First Draft: A Dialogue on Writing about?
The show features in-depth interviews with fiction, non-fiction, essay and poetry writers about their work, craft and the literary arts. Episodes are published weekly and run about an hour.
How do I contact First Draft: A Dialogue on Writing about sponsoring an episode?
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