It Turns Out, hosted by journalist Kara Miller, presents conversations with experts about research that challenges conventional wisdom on society, economics, technology and human behavior. The show has 26 episodes released roughly every two weeks, with a median length of about 40 minutes. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, with a rate of $90 to $625 per episode.
Research-driven conversations reaching an engaged, mostly American adult audience
- Apple Podcasts shows 212 ratings with a 4.4 average, a sign of an engaged listener base.
- Episodes run about 40 minutes every two weeks, giving sponsors a steady placement schedule.
- Clean, non-explicit content with no sponsors yet, so the first advertiser would be prominent.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- interview, expert conversation
- Tone
- analytical, accessible
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 35 to 45 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- Alfred P. Sloan Foundation
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
The description acknowledges support from the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation, a funder rather than an advertiser, and no sponsor mentions were found in the last 20 episode titles.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Episode titles cover politics and wealth (for example, 'Miami, Mamdani, and the War over Wealth') and the feed is not flagged explicit, so political content is medium while other categories are low.
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 | itturnsoutshow.com |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1849543452 |
| RSS feed | feeds.captivate.fm/it-turns-out/ |
Benchmark score: 70 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Forget class differences. How age divides America. | 2026-10-16 | 45 min |
| Elizabeth Kolbert on why we stopped talking about climate change | 2026-10-02 | 36 min |
| Bosses ordered people back to work. Where are they? | 2026-09-18 | 44 min |
| How do you get rich in America? Not the way you think. | 2026-09-04 | 35 min |
| How the rich escaped taxation. Ray Madoff’s argument, revisited. | 2026-08-21 | 38 min |
| How marriage divides us. Melissa Kearney’s case, revisited | 2026-08-07 | 45 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 3 days ago, a new one about every 14 days.
"It Turns Out" reveals the hidden realities reshaping our world—from how marriage impacts inequality to the way that the tax code has transformed wealth. Through conversations with experts who challenge conventional wisdom, award-winning journalist Kara Miller focuses each episode on groundbreaking research, changing how listeners see society, economics, technology, and human behavior. “It Turns…
About It Turns Out
It Turns Out is a podcast hosted by journalist Kara Miller, who previously hosted the nationally syndicated public radio program Innovation Hub, according to the show's website. Each episode features a conversation with an expert about research that challenges conventional assumptions on society, economics, technology and human behavior. The show has 26 episodes released about every two weeks, with a median length of roughly 40 minutes, according to its RSS feed.
Apple Podcasts lists the show with 212 ratings and a 4.4 average. Audience size is an estimate based on these ratings rather than reported downloads, placing it at roughly 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode. The audience is likely American, adult and interested in policy and research, though this is an estimate. The feed shows no sponsors so far, only a funding acknowledgment to the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation.
An estimated host-read mid-roll placement would be priced at about $90 to $625 per episode. This suits nonfiction publishers, financial services and education brands seeking a thoughtful audience.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. It Turns Out can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about It Turns Out
How much does It Turns Out charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll ad is estimated at about $90 to $625 per episode. Final pricing depends on the agreed terms and placement.
What is It Turns Out about?
It Turns Out is a podcast hosted by Kara Miller that discusses research on society, economics, technology and human behavior through expert interviews. Episodes are released about every two weeks.
How do I contact It Turns Out about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80, and boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked. Once unlocked, you can reach out directly to discuss sponsorship options.
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