Francis Effect podcast
The Francis Effect podcast, hosted by Fr. Dan Horan and David Dault, covers politics and current events through Catholic teaching and spirituality. The show has 154 episodes and publishes roughly every two weeks, with a median length of about 80 minutes. Estimated downloads are 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, with a suggested rate of $40 to $200 per episode.
A weekly-plus Catholic current affairs audience engaged with politics and faith
- 154 episodes since 2017 with a steady semimonthly schedule and consistent listener loyalty
- 170 Apple ratings averaging 4.5 stars signal an engaged, committed listener base
- Two theologian hosts deliver long-form analysis roughly 80 minutes per episode
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- interview, co-hosted discussion, news roundup
- Tone
- analytical, witty
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 70 to 90 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
Recent episodes discuss war in Iran, the execution of Christa Pike and US political clashes, so violence and political content are present; the feed is not flagged explicit.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | francisfxpod.libsyn.com/website |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1282044181 |
| RSS feed | feeds.megaphone.fm/SM6941292228 |
Benchmark score: 60 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| #2611 - The failed execution of Christa Pike, chapter 2 of Magnifica H | 2026-10-08 | 1 h 21 min |
| #2610 - Bishop Barron on empathy, Magnifica Humanitas Chapter 1, and a | 2026-09-24 | 1 h 28 min |
| #2609 - The Season of Creation, Magnifica Humanitas Introduction, and | 2026-09-10 | 1 h 20 min |
| #2608 - President Trump's clashes with Pope Leo, Earth Day and ecospir | 2026-04-23 | 1 h 28 min |
| #2607 - Pope Leo's first Holy Week, Supreme Court conversion therapy d | 2026-04-09 | 1 h 29 min |
| #2606 - Cesar Chavez controversy, Pope Leo speaks out against the Midd | 2026-03-26 | 1 h 14 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 11 days ago, a new one about every 14 days.
Two theologians walk into a bar... No, seriously: This podcast is about the real world of politics and current events, seen through the lens of Catholic teaching and spirituality. Your hosts, Fr. Dan Horan and David Dault, bring you a mix of perspectives, from Abbey Road to Metaphysical Graffiti. Dan is a Franciscan friar and Catholic priest. David is a radio producer and Catholic convert. They…
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About Francis Effect podcast
The Francis Effect podcast is a Catholic current affairs show hosted by Fr. Dan Horan, a Franciscan friar and Catholic priest, and David Dault, a radio producer and Catholic convert, according to the show's feed. Each episode mixes news on politics and the Church with interviews, and the show has published 154 episodes with a median length of about 80 minutes. The feed describes both hosts as holding doctorates in theology.
The show is updated semimonthly, and Apple Podcasts lists 170 ratings with a 4.5 average. Listener figures are estimates only: roughly 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, mostly US adults aged 35 and over who follow Catholic and political news. No sponsors appear in the feed, and the show does not publish download numbers.
Estimated at $40 to $200 per host-read mid-roll, a sponsorship would suit faith-related publishers, values-aligned brands and education providers seeking a US Catholic audience.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Francis Effect podcast can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Francis Effect podcast
How much does Francis Effect podcast charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at $40 to $200 per episode. Exact rates are set by the show and are not published in the feed.
What is Francis Effect podcast about?
The show analyzes politics and current events through Catholic teaching and spirituality. Hosts Fr. Dan Horan and David Dault mix news commentary with interviews on Church and public life.
How do I contact Francis Effect podcast 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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