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Heather Shaw is Kidding

Hosted by Heather Shaw

Heather Shaw is Kidding is a weekly comedy podcast in which comedian Heather Shaw satirises current events in pop culture, politics and entertainment. It has 111 episodes released roughly every 14 days, with a median length of about 54 minutes. Estimated downloads are 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, with a host-read mid-roll rate of about $40 to $200 per episode.

Why brands sponsor Heather Shaw is Kidding

Weekly satirical comedy with a strong Apple Podcasts rating and a loyal comedy audience

  • Apple Podcasts shows 197 ratings with a 4.9 average, with 192 five-star reviews
  • Episodes run about 54 minutes on a steady two-week cadence, giving a sponsor a predictable slot
  • Topical satire of pop culture and news suits brands that want a witty, adult-leaning tone
Best forstreaming and entertainment launchescomedy and drinks brandsawareness campaigns for adult audiences
Watch forExplicit content and political satire limit fit for family-oriented or conservative-leaning brands.

Brand fit report

Content

Topics, IAB taxonomy
Comedy60%
News and Politics25%
Pop Culture and Entertainment15%
Formats
solo monologue, comedic commentary, themed segments
Tone
irreverent, satirical
Language
English
Production
Clean, edited audio
Typical length
50 to 60 minutes

Audience

Commercial intent15/100
Comments asking for links, prices or where to buy
Sentiment80/100
Estimated from titles, descriptions and engagement
Est. downloads per episode2k–8k
Estimated, confidence 50%: Apple Podcasts shows 197 ratings with a 4.9 average, mapping to the 2,000 to 8,000 band, shifted one band up for a show under two years old, with a mid-range Podcast Index popularity of 9 and no named sponsors.
Audience asks aboutWhat celebrity news is being mocked this weekWhich political stories are coveredWhen the next episode releases
Age
25%18-24
35%25-34
25%35-44
15%45+
Gender
50%women
50%men
Countries
🇬🇧 United Kingdom40%
🇺🇸 United States40%
Other20%
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
No

No sponsor mentions found in the feed

Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability

Profanityhigh
Adultmedium
Drugslow
Violencelow
Politicsmedium

The feed carries the explicit flag and titles such as 'Death by Pickleball' and 'Public Poop' and 'Crazy Men' indicate crude and adult-leaning comedy, with political satire in 'Annoying Whites' and 'God Bless 'Em'.

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: 63 / 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 marks9 / 30
Reach Estimated downloads per episode, 20k is full marks5 / 20

Recent episodes

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Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 5 days ago, a new one about every 14 days.

Each week comedian Heather Shaw makes fun of current events happening in pop culture, politics, and elsewhere. Subscribe to her podcast to prove you aren't homophobic. Thank you
Heather Shaw is Kidding's own show description from the podcast feed

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About Heather Shaw is Kidding

Heather Shaw is Kidding is a comedy podcast hosted by comedian Heather Shaw, who makes fun of current events in pop culture, politics and entertainment, according to the show's RedCircle feed and website. The show has 111 episodes, with episodes released about every two weeks and a median running time of roughly 54 minutes. The show is explicit and carries news, entertainment and comedy categories.

Apple Podcasts lists the show with 197 ratings and a 4.9 average. Listeners are estimated, not measured, to be mostly adults interested in comedy and news commentary, and the feed does not publish download figures. No sponsors are named in the feed, so the show is not known to carry paid advertising.

Based on an estimated 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll would typically cost about $40 to $200 per episode. The show suits brands seeking an irreverent adult audience, such as entertainment launches and comedy-adjacent products.

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

Questions about Heather Shaw is Kidding

How much does Heather Shaw is Kidding charge for a podcast sponsorship?

Based on an estimated 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll is priced at roughly $40 to $200 per episode. Actual rates depend on the agreed package and placement.

What is Heather Shaw is Kidding about?

It is a weekly comedy podcast in which comedian Heather Shaw satirises current events in pop culture, politics and entertainment, with episodes about 54 minutes long.

How do I contact Heather Shaw is Kidding 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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