IndieWire: Screen Talk
Screen Talk, from IndieWire, is hosted by Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio, who debate the indie film world, festivals, new releases and the future of the film business. The show has 655 episodes released weekly, with a median length of about 38 minutes. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, with a rate of about $130 to $620 per host-read mid-roll.
Weekly film industry debate from IndieWire reaching engaged cinephiles and industry readers
- 655 weekly episodes from IndieWire, a long-running publication with a dedicated film audience
- Median episode length of about 38 minutes allows room for host-read sponsor messages
- Apple Podcasts rating of 3.7 from 360 ratings shows a loyal listener base
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted banter, interview, review
- Tone
- analytical, conversational
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 30 to 45 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- IndieWire
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the show is published by IndieWire, its owner, with no funding links.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Recent titles cover film reviews, festivals and box office reporting, with no explicit flags and no sensitive content in the titles.
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.indiewire.com/t/screen-talk/ |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id893977298 |
| RSS feed | feeds.megaphone.fm/PMC7846561481 |
Benchmark score: 87 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 'Musk' Director Alex Gibney Discusses His 4 Hour Doc; Netflix's Longes | 2026-10-16 | 45 min |
| Live from NYFF with Tony Gilroy! | 2026-10-09 | 43 min |
| 'Digger' & 'Verity' Reviewed; 'You Can See Everything' NYFF Reactions; | 2026-10-02 | 54 min |
| Top 5 Kubrick Films with Ben Mankiewicz; 'Heart of the Beast' Review; | 2026-09-25 | 1 h 13 min |
| Inside The Emmys (and the Afterparties) with Marcus Jones; Who is Ahea | 2026-09-18 | 35 min |
| Telluride & Venice Winners and Losers: 'Primetime,' 'Wild Horse Nine,' | 2026-09-11 | 41 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 3 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
Each week on Screen Talk, IndieWire's Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio debate the indie film world and beyond -- from film festivals to new releases and the future of the business.
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About IndieWire: Screen Talk
Screen Talk is a weekly podcast from IndieWire in which Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio debate the indie film world, film festivals, new releases and the business of cinema. The feed lists 655 episodes released weekly, with a median length of about 38 minutes. The website and feed name both hosts.
According to Apple Podcasts, the show has 360 ratings and an average of 3.7 stars, listed since June 2014. Listeners are estimated to be film industry readers and cinephiles, and downloads per episode are estimated at 5,000 to 25,000 based on these signals. No sponsors were found in the feed.
At an estimated $130 to $620 per host-read mid-roll, the show suits film, streaming, festival and cultural brands that want to reach an engaged entertainment audience.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. IndieWire: Screen Talk can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about IndieWire: Screen Talk
How much does Screen Talk charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Estimated at $130 to $620 per host-read mid-roll ad, based on estimated downloads of 5,000 to 25,000 per episode at $18 to $25 per 1,000. Exact rates are set by the show, so confirm before booking.
What is Screen Talk about?
Screen Talk is an IndieWire podcast in which Anne Thompson and Ryan Lattanzio discuss indie films, film festivals, new releases and the future of the film business each week.
How do I contact Screen Talk about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked.
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