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Former Adventist

Podcast · proclamationmagazine.com · EN
Hosted by Colleen Tinker, Nikki Stevenson

Former Adventist is hosted by Colleen Tinker and Nikki Stevenson, two friends who talk about life after leaving Seventh-day Adventism, including Sabbath, church, and Bible study. The show has 386 episodes, released weekly, with a median length of about 40 minutes. Estimated downloads are 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, with a rate of $40 to $200 per episode.

Why brands sponsor Former Adventist

Engaged niche audience of former Adventists and inquiring Christians, with a steady weekly schedule

  • 386 episodes released weekly since October 2019 signal a durable, loyal format.
  • Apple Podcasts rating of 4.5 from 222 ratings shows an engaged listener base.
  • Conversational, personal tone suits brands that want an authentic, low-pressure read.
Best forfaith-adjacent books and study resourceswellness or diet products suited to Adventist-influenced audiencesindependent subscription services
Watch forReligious content may not suit every brand, and the audience is narrow by design.

Brand fit report

Content

Topics, IAB taxonomy
Religion & Spirituality90%
Books & Literature5%
Society5%
Formats
co-hosted conversation, interview, listener Q&A
Tone
candid, earnest
Language
English
Production
Clean, edited audio
Typical length
35 to 45 minutes

Audience

Commercial intent15/100
Comments asking for links, prices or where to buy
Sentiment60/100
Estimated from titles, descriptions and engagement
Est. downloads per episode2k–8k
Estimated, confidence 60%: 222 Apple Podcasts ratings, 386 episodes, weekly cadence, and a seven-year-old listed show place it in the 2,000 to 8,000 band, with a 9 of 9 Podcast Index popularity score.
Audience asks aboutIs Adventism a cult?How do former Adventists find their way after leaving?How should Adventists and their families talk about leaving?
Age
10%18-24
25%25-34
30%35-44
35%45+
Gender
50%women
50%men
Countries
🇺🇸 United States70%
🇨🇦 Canada10%
🇦🇺 Australia5%
LanguagesEnglish 100%

Commercial

0%of the last 20 episodes had a sponsor
None seenno sponsor mentions in the last 20 episodes
Brands seen
None yet
Categories promoted
None yet
Affiliate links
Yes

The description links a PayPal support page labelled 'Support this Podcast' and a donation link on the website, with no sponsor mentions in the recent titles.

Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability

Profanitylow
Adultlow
Drugslow
Violencelow
Politicslow

Family friendly
Recent titles cover church doctrine, abortion in Adventism, and parenting, with no explicit flag set in the feed.

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

Benchmark score: 84 / 100

Public rule, same for everyone. How it works.

Consistency Latest episode within the usual cadence50 / 50
Activity Episodes in the last 90 days, weekly is full marks30 / 30
Reach Estimated downloads per episode, 20k is full marks5 / 20

Recent episodes

Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 6 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.

Friends Colleen Tinker and Nikki Stevenson sip coffee and talk about life after Adventism. They discuss their journey to truth including eating pork, going to church on Sunday, and learning to trust the real Jesus. (Music © 2010 Nathanael Tinker. Used by permission.) Website, donation link: http://proclamationmagazine.com/ Facebook—Former Adventist: https://www.facebook.com/FormerAdventist/…
Former Adventist's own show description from the podcast feed

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About Former Adventist

Former Adventist is a weekly podcast hosted by Colleen Tinker and Nikki Stevenson, who discuss life after leaving Seventh-day Adventism, according to the show's feed and the Proclamation! Online Magazine website. The show has released 386 episodes since October 2019, with episodes typically running 35 to 45 minutes. Topics include Sabbath practice, church structure, Bible study, and family relationships.

Apple Podcasts lists the show at 4.5 stars from 222 ratings, which suggests a small but engaged listener base. Listener demographics are estimated rather than measured, and this audience is likely to be concentrated in the United States. The feed and website mention no sponsors; support runs through a PayPal link and donation page.

Estimated downloads are 2,000 to 8,000 per episode. A host-read mid-roll at the show's estimated reach would cost roughly $40 to $200 per episode, suiting independent faith-related brands and subscription services.

Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Former Adventist can edit or remove this page at any time.

Questions about Former Adventist

How much does Former Adventist charge for a podcast sponsorship?

Based on estimated downloads of 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at roughly $40 to $200 per episode. Actual rates depend on the show's agreement with its hosts.

What is Former Adventist about?

Former Adventist is a weekly conversation between Colleen Tinker and Nikki Stevenson about life after leaving Seventh-day Adventism, covering Sabbath, church, Bible study, and family. Episodes run 35 to 45 minutes.

How do I contact Former Adventist about sponsoring an episode?

The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80, and boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked.

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