In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast, published by Backstage, is hosted by Vinnie Mancuso, Senior Editor at Backstage. It features in-depth conversations with film, television and theater actors and creators about navigating the industry. With 315 episodes released biweekly and a median length of about 42 minutes, it has an estimated 3,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, with a rate of $90 to $200 per episode.
Biweekly industry interviews with working film, TV and theater actors
- 315 episodes of in-depth conversations with recognizable film and television actors
- Backstage's 60-year industry brand gives the show credibility with aspiring performers
- Long-form episodes around 42 minutes give ads room for a full host-read
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- interview, behind-the-scenes conversation
- Tone
- inspirational, candid
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 32 to 53 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- Backstage
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the publisher Backstage is the show's own parent brand, not a sponsor.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Explicit flag is 0 and episode titles cover casting, film and theater careers with no concerning themes.
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 | www.backstage.com |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1234645617 |
| RSS feed | feeds.soundcloud.com/users/soundcloud:users:3039… |
Benchmark score: 68 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| "Heated Rivalry" Casting Directors Jenny Lewis & Sara Kay | 2026-10-08 | 47 min |
| David Dastmalchian | 2026-09-24 | 53 min |
| Kate Siegel | 2026-09-10 | 32 min |
| Tom Hiddleston (From the Vault) | 2026-08-27 | 54 min |
| Sarah Pidgeon | 2026-08-13 | 45 min |
| Riz Ahmed | 2026-07-30 | 25 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 11 days ago, a new one about every 14 days.
Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for 60 years. In the Envelope, Backstage’s podcast, features intimate, in-depth conversations with today’s most noteworthy film, television, and theater actors and creators. Full of both know-how and inspiration, In the Envelope airs bi-weekly to cover everything from practical advice on navigating the industry, to how your favorite…
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About In the Envelope: The Actor’s Podcast
In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast is published by Backstage and hosted by Vinnie Mancuso, Senior Editor at Backstage. The show features biweekly, in-depth conversations with film, television and theater actors and creators, covering industry know-how and personal stories of success and failure. According to the feed, the show has released 315 episodes, with a median length of about 42 minutes.
Apple Podcasts lists the show with 183 ratings and an average of 4.8 stars. The audience is estimated rather than measured, and most likely consists of aspiring and working performers in the United States. Estimated downloads are 3,000 to 8,000 per episode, with low confidence.
No sponsors were visible in the feed. Based on the estimate, a host-read mid-roll would typically cost $90 to $200 per episode, suiting acting schools, creative equipment brands and talent services.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. In the Envelope: The Actor’s Podcast can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about In the Envelope: The Actor’s Podcast
How much does In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 3,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll typically ranges from $90 to $200 per episode. Final pricing depends on the sponsorship terms and is confirmed with the show.
What is In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast about?
It is a biweekly interview podcast from Backstage, hosted by Vinnie Mancuso, featuring film, TV and theater actors and creators discussing their careers and the industry.
How do I contact In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast about sponsoring an episode?
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