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Heretics | Andrew Gold

Podcast · andrewgoldheretics.com · EN
Hosted by Andrew Gold

Heretics with Andrew Gold is a long-running interview show hosted by journalist Andrew Gold. It talks with figures who have challenged expected norms, from celebrities to politicians and former cult members. The feed holds 703 episodes, released about every three days, typically running 60 to 70 minutes. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, with a host-read rate of $90 to $625 per episode.

Why brands sponsor Heretics | Andrew Gold

Long-form interviews with cult defectors, politicians and celebrities reaching a sizable engaged audience

  • 703 episodes released about every three days, giving a long run for sponsor placements
  • 597 Apple ratings with a 4.3 average shows an engaged listener base
  • Guests include Robbie Williams, Liz Truss and Richard Dawkins, drawing broad public interest
Best formedia and publishingbooks and entertainmentsubscription services
Watch forPolitically charged episodes may not suit brands seeking neutral or family-friendly environments.

Brand fit report

Content

Topics, IAB taxonomy
Society45%
Politics25%
Celebrity20%
Documentary10%
Formats
interview, long-form conversation
Tone
probing, provocative
Language
English
Production
Clean, edited audio
Typical length
60 to 70 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 episode5k–25k
Estimated, confidence 50%: 597 Apple ratings points to the 200 to 1,000 band, and the show is over five years old with 703 episodes and a Podcast Index popularity of 9.
Audience asks aboutwhat public figures reveal off-scriptcult and conspiracy storiescelebrity controversies and cancellation
Age
15%18-24
30%25-34
25%35-44
30%45+
Gender
35%women
65%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. The show's website page promotes a Substack publication with over 26,000 subscribers.

Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability

Profanitymedium
Adultlow
Drugsmedium
Violencelow
Politicshigh

Episode titles cover political controversies, cult stories and drug questions, such as 'Was Jesus Taking Drugs?' and 'Candace Owens' Boss'.

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: 77 / 100

Public rule, same for everyone. How it works.

Consistency Latest episode within the usual cadence35 / 50
Activity Episodes in the last 90 days, weekly is full marks30 / 30
Reach Estimated downloads per episode, 20k is full marks15 / 20

Recent episodes

Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 4 days ago, a new one about every 3 days.

Journalist Andrew Gold talks to everyone from cult defectors and politicians to mainstream celebrities - people who’ve challenged the expected script and lived with the consequences. Guests include Robbie Williams, Rob Schneider, Frankie Muniz, Katie Price, Evan Rachel Wood, Paul Gascogine, Chris Packham, Chris Williamson, David Baddiel, Richard Dawkins, Bonnie Blue, and former UK Prime Minister…
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About Heretics | Andrew Gold

Heretics with Andrew Gold is an interview podcast hosted by journalist Andrew Gold, as described on the show's feed and Apple Podcasts listing. Each episode features a guest who has challenged expected norms, including cult defectors, politicians and mainstream celebrities. The show has 703 episodes in its feed, releases roughly every three days, and typically runs 60 to 70 minutes.

Apple Podcasts lists 597 ratings with a 4.3 average. The listener profile is an estimate: the show's audience is likely split between the United Kingdom and the United States, with a male-leaning split. Estimated downloads per episode sit between 5,000 and 25,000, based on the ratings band and the show's age. The show's feed shows no sponsors, and its website promotes a Substack publication with over 26,000 subscribers.

Brands that would suit this show include media, publishing and entertainment companies. A host-read mid-roll is estimated at $90 to $625 per episode, which buys a single integration in a show with a broad, engaged listener base.

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

Questions about Heretics | Andrew Gold

How much does Heretics with Andrew Gold charge for a podcast sponsorship?

Estimated host-read mid-roll rates are $90 to $625 per episode, based on an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode at $18 to $25 per thousand. Actual pricing depends on negotiation and the terms of the booking.

What is Heretics with Andrew Gold about?

The show is an interview podcast hosted by journalist Andrew Gold. Guests include cult defectors, politicians and celebrities who have challenged expected norms in their public lives.

How do I contact Heretics with Andrew Gold about sponsoring an episode?

The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked directly.

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