Hardly Initiated
Hardly Initiated, published by the Hardly Initiated Network, is a Christian faith and relationships podcast featuring guests on apologetics, doubt, dating and personal testimony. It has 507 episodes released roughly weekly, with a median length of about 71 minutes. Estimated downloads per episode are 5,000 to 25,000, with a rate of $90 to $625 per episode.
Engaged Christian audience with 507 episodes of faith and relationship conversation
- Apple Podcasts rating of 4.7 from 317 ratings signals a loyal listener base
- Weekly full-length episodes around 70 minutes allow extended host-read integrations
- Companion YouTube channel extends reach beyond audio downloads
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- interview, co-hosted discussion, testimonial storytelling
- Tone
- earnest, conversational
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 60 to 75 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the feed lists no funding links.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Episode titles reference drug dealing, alcohol and Rikers Island, and an episode on lust and temptation, though the feed is not flagged explicit.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | redcircle.com/shows/hardlyinitiated |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1599150650 |
| RSS feed | feeds.redcircle.com/e902b153-0da5-4a64-9f0d-05cd… |
| YouTube | www.youtube.com/@c/HardlyInitiated |
Benchmark score: 82 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Women Defending Their Faith and Facing the Backlash: Apologetics, Doub | 2026-10-13 | 1 h 47 min |
| Hollywood Offered Him Millions but God Said Leave | Brandon ‘WriterBoy | 2026-10-06 | 1 h 40 min |
| Can You Defend Your Faith Without Being Rude? | Da' T.R.U.T.H | 2026-09-29 | 1 h 44 min |
| Lust, Lies, and Liberation Keisha Gibsons Faith Journey | 2026-09-22 | 1 h 34 min |
| From Billboard, Nightlife & the Nation of Islam to Jesus | 2026-09-15 | 1 h 51 min |
| The Hood Bible: P Lo on Rikers Island, Drug Dealing and Faith | 2026-09-08 | 2 h 3 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 6 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
Tuesday's 6PM EST New Episodes Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/c/HardlyInitiated
About Hardly Initiated
Hardly Initiated is a Christian podcast published by the Hardly Initiated Network, covering apologetics, doubt, dating and personal testimony through guest interviews and co-hosted discussion. The feed lists 507 episodes with a release cadence of roughly every seven days, and recent episodes run about 60 to 75 minutes.
The show is rated 4.7 on Apple Podcasts from 317 ratings. Listener numbers are not published, so estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode based on the Apple rating count and show history. The audience is likely adults interested in Christian faith and relationships, and this is an estimate rather than measured data.
No sponsors are named in the feed, which lists no funding links. Estimated mid-roll rates are $90 to $625 per episode, which suits faith-based and relationship brands seeking a sustained, engaged audience. Sources: the show's RSS feed and Apple Podcasts listing.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Hardly Initiated can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Hardly Initiated
How much does Hardly Initiated charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Estimated host-read mid-roll rates are $90 to $625 per episode, based on estimated downloads of 5,000 to 25,000 per episode. Final pricing depends on the sponsor package and placement.
What is Hardly Initiated about?
Hardly Initiated is a Christian podcast covering apologetics, doubt, dating, relationships and personal faith testimonies through guest interviews and co-hosted conversation. Episodes run about 60 to 75 minutes on a weekly schedule.
How do I contact Hardly Initiated about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked through Starbooked.
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