Imaginary Worlds, hosted by Eric Molinsky, explores speculative fiction, worldbuilding and fandom through interviews with creators of novels, films, games and comics and sound-rich cultural analysis. The show has 318 episodes released roughly every two weeks, with a median length of about 39 minutes. Estimated downloads per episode are 5,000 to 25,000, implying a sponsorship rate of about $120 to $630 per host-read mid-roll ad.
Long-running, highly rated speculative fiction show with an engaged, educated listener base
- 318 episodes since 2014 with a 4.8 average across about 2,000 Apple ratings.
- Interviews with novelists, showrunners and game creators give a credible editorial context.
- Biweekly cadence and roughly 39-minute episodes suit consistent mid-roll placement.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- interview, narrative, solo monologue
- Tone
- curious, thoughtful
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 35 to 45 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
The feed carries an explicit flag and the recent titles cover horror and mature fiction such as Stephen King and Widow's Bay, but nothing points to heavy content.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.imaginaryworldspodcast.org/ |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id916273527 |
| RSS feed | feeds.megaphone.fm/ADV7475920787 |
Benchmark score: 84 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Stephen King and the Horror of the Ordinary | 2026-10-07 | 38 min |
| Is Mythology the Key to Understand AI? | 2026-09-23 | 41 min |
| Sci-Fi Walks the Runway | 2026-09-09 | 34 min |
| Widow’s Bay Builds a History with Horror | 2026-08-26 | 43 min |
| Economics in The Alien Franchise Isn't Science Fiction | 2026-08-12 | 35 min |
| Is Money Ruining Fanfiction? | 2026-07-29 | 44 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 12 days ago, a new one about every 14 days.
Imaginary Worlds sounds like what would happen if NPR went to Comic-Con and decided that’s all they ever wanted to cover. The host Eric Molinsky spent over a decade working in public radio, and he uses those skills to create sound-rich storytelling, pop culture analysis and cultural commentary about speculative fiction and immersive worldbuilding. Eric interviews sci-fi fantasy creators of…
About Imaginary Worlds
Imaginary Worlds is a podcast hosted by Eric Molinsky, who previously worked in public radio. According to the show's website, it combines sound-rich storytelling with interviews about speculative fiction, worldbuilding and fandom, and has been recognized with a Signal Award and an Ambie Award nomination.
The feed lists 318 episodes released about every two weeks, with a median length of roughly 39 minutes. Apple Podcasts shows about 2,004 ratings with a 4.8 average. Listener figures are estimates: approximately 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, with an audience likely concentrated in the United States and skewing toward adults aged 25 to 44.
The feed shows no sponsors. Based on the estimated audience, a host-read mid-roll would be priced at about $120 to $630 per episode. The show suits genre publishers, streaming services and creative tool makers seeking a dedicated fan audience.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Imaginary Worlds can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Imaginary Worlds
How much does Imaginary Worlds charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at about $120 to $630 per episode. Exact rates depend on the sponsorship terms.
What is Imaginary Worlds about?
Imaginary Worlds is a podcast hosted by Eric Molinsky that covers science fiction, fantasy and speculative fiction through interviews with creators and cultural analysis of fandom and worldbuilding.
How do I contact Imaginary Worlds about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked directly through Starbooked.
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