Horror Queers is hosted by Joe Lipsett and Trace Thurman, who discuss one horror film per episode with LGBTQ+ themes or high camp. The show has 913 episodes, roughly one every two days, with a median length of about 12 minutes for trailers and 1.5 to 2.5 hours for full episodes. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode. Estimated host-read rate is $90 to $620 per episode.
Engaged queer horror audience across 900-plus weekly film discussions
- Over 900 episodes since 2019 build a long, searchable back catalogue of horror film discussion
- Apple Podcasts rating of 4.7 from 842 ratings signals strong listener approval
- Full episodes run about two hours, giving sponsor messages room to sit inside long-form listening
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted discussion, film review, interview
- Tone
- irreverent, campy
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 120 to 150 minutes for full episodes; 3 to 5 minutes for Patreon clips
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- Yes
Patreon clips appear in the feed titles (for example 'Carrie Episode 2 (Patreon Clip)'), but no sponsor mentions found in the feed.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
The feed carries an explicit flag and titles cover graphic horror films such as Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2 and Bug, so violence and adult themes are present.
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
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | horrorqueers.libsyn.com/website |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1449041559 |
| RSS feed | feeds.simplecast.com/0nO2ySx0 |
Benchmark score: 72 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Carrie Episode 2 (Patreon Clip) | 2026-10-16 | 4 min |
| Bug (2006) | 2026-10-14 | 2 h 12 min |
| Beware Boiúna (Patreon Clip) | 2026-10-13 | 4 min |
| Carrie Episode 1 (Patreon Clip) | 2026-10-09 | 5 min |
| Twisted (2004) | 2026-10-07 | 1 h 58 min |
| High Crimes (2002) | 2026-09-30 | 1 h 45 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 3 days ago, a new one about every 2 days.
Each week, queer hosts Joe Lipsett and Trace Thurman discuss a horror film with LGBTQ+ themes, a high camp quotient or both.
About Horror Queers
Horror Queers is a long-running podcast in which hosts Joe Lipsett and Trace Thurman discuss one horror film per episode, selecting titles with LGBTQ+ themes, high camp or both. The feed lists 913 episodes published roughly every two days since January 2019, with full episodes running around two hours and shorter Patreon clips and bonus episodes in between. Apple Podcasts shows a 4.7 average rating from 842 ratings, according to the Apple listing.
The show's audience is an estimate: roughly 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, based on the Apple rating count, episode count and feed cadence. The listener base is likely concentrated in the United States, with smaller shares in the United Kingdom, Canada and Australia. No sponsor mentions appear in the feed; the show is funded through Patreon, which offers clips and bonus content.
A host-read mid-roll ad is estimated at $90 to $620 per episode, which buys a read inside a long-form film discussion. The show suits genre entertainment, horror-adjacent merchandise and queer-friendly consumer brands that accept explicit, violent content.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Horror Queers can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Horror Queers
How much does Horror Queers charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Estimated host-read mid-roll rates are $90 to $620 per episode, based on an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode. Exact rates depend on the sponsorship terms agreed with the show.
What is Horror Queers about?
Horror Queers is a weekly-plus podcast where hosts Joe Lipsett and Trace Thurman discuss horror films with LGBTQ+ themes or high camp, with full episodes around two hours long.
How do I contact Horror Queers 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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