Gunfighters
Gunfighters, published by MeatEater, is hosted by author Bryan Burrough and covers the violent history of Old West gunmen such as Billy the Kid, Wyatt Earp and John Wesley Hardin. The show has 49 episodes, released roughly weekly, with a median length of about 55 minutes. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode (estimated). Estimated rate is $90 to $625 per episode, one host-read mid-roll.
Engaged history listeners in a 471-rating show with a 4.8 Apple average
- Weekly 50-minute narrative episodes on Old West gunfighters keep listeners in a long-form, attentive listening session.
- 471 Apple ratings averaging 4.8 stars, with 427 five-star reviews, signal a loyal and satisfied audience.
- Hosted by author Bryan Burrough, whose book-driven storytelling suits brands wanting a credible, research-led voice.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- narrative, solo monologue
- Tone
- gritty, informative
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 50 to 58 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- MeatEateriHeart
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the description links to Apple, Spotify, iHeart and YouTube only.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Episode 05 'John Wesley Hardin: The Texas Psychopath' and the description ('how very violent America's nineteenth century frontier actually was') flag historical violence as the core subject.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.iheart.com/podcast/1248-the-american-west-27… |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1811365050 |
| Spotify | open.spotify.com/show/0wrs79YL0Jw2AjQrCBKUUu?si=… |
| RSS feed | www.omnycontent.com/d/playlist/e73c998e-6e60-432… |
Benchmark score: 85 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Ep. 05: John Wesley Hardin: The Texas Psychopath | 2026-10-13 | 35 min |
| Ep. 04: Bloody Texas | 2026-10-06 | 41 min |
| Ep. 03: The First Gunfighters | 2026-09-29 | 31 min |
| Ep. 02: Wait, Gunfighters Came From Where? | 2026-09-22 | 27 min |
| Ep. 01: When Gunfighters Stalked the Old West | 2026-09-15 | 29 min |
| Introducing: Gunfighters, with Bryan Burrough | 2026-09-08 | 2 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 6 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
Author Bryan Burrough exhumes the gritty history of Old West gunfighters. From Billy the Kid to Wyatt Earp to John Wesley Hardin and dozens more, this collection of stories proves how very violent America's nineteenth century frontier actually was, and traces the blood-soaked history of the troubled men who made it that way. Follow now on Apple , Spotify , iHeart, and YouTube .
About Gunfighters
Gunfighters is a weekly history podcast published by MeatEater, hosted by author Bryan Burrough, who explores the violent lives of Old West gunmen including Billy the Kid, Wyatt Earp and John Wesley Hardin. According to the feed, the show has 49 episodes, with new episodes released about every seven days and a median running time of roughly 55 minutes. The show is listed on Apple Podcasts with 471 ratings averaging 4.8 stars.
The show's audience is estimated, not published: based on its Apple rating count and weekly cadence, the show likely reaches about 5,000 to 25,000 listeners per episode, skewing male, American and over 35. No sponsors are named in the feed, so the show shows no visible advertising to date. Its adult, historically violent content suits brands in outdoor, Western and history-adjacent categories.
Sponsors who book a host-read mid-roll can expect an estimated rate of $90 to $625 per episode, depending on the audience estimate. That places Gunfighters in reach of small brands seeking a credible, history-minded listener base.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Gunfighters can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Gunfighters
How much does Gunfighters charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on estimated downloads of 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at $90 to $625 per episode. Rates are estimates derived from listener signals, not a published price from the show.
What is Gunfighters about?
Gunfighters is a weekly history podcast hosted by author Bryan Burrough. It tells the violent stories of Old West gunmen such as Billy the Kid, Wyatt Earp and John Wesley Hardin, drawing on the history of the American frontier.
How do I contact Gunfighters about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked through Starbooked, so you can reach the show's team directly with your sponsorship request.
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