Jay & Miles X-Plain the X-Men
Jay & Miles X-Plain the X-Men, hosted by Jay Edidin and Miles Stokes, explains and analyzes the X-Men comics and their history. The show has 570 episodes, released roughly weekly, with a median length of about 59 minutes. Estimated downloads are 20,000 to 80,000 per episode (estimated), with a suggested rate of $360 to $2,000 per mid-roll read.
Long-running comics analysis show with a loyal, highly rated audience since 2014
- 570 episodes released roughly weekly since April 2014, giving a long, stable archive
- Apple Podcasts shows 1,721 ratings averaging 4.7 out of 5
- Listeners are deeply engaged fans of the X-Men franchise, a sizeable pop culture niche
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted discussion, episode series analysis, guest interview
- Tone
- witty, analytical
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 50 to 65 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- Yes
The website links a Patreon page labeled 'Support us on Patreon!' and a store page, and no sponsor mentions appear in the last 20 episode titles.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
The feed carries the explicit flag, and episode titles such as 'Vengeful Mutants on Drugs' and 'Fetus Fight' reference mature comic storylines.
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.xplainthexmen.com |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id862258051 |
| Spotify | open.spotify.com/show/3dB4KyeOeylfiIVImshFY2 |
| RSS feed | www.xplainthexmen.com/feed/podcast/ |
Benchmark score: 20 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 532 – No Regrets (feat. Matt Hunter) | 2026-07-19 | 1 h 24 min |
| 531 – Here Comes Tomorrow | 2026-07-13 | 1 h 15 min |
| 530 – Not for Beginners | 2026-07-06 | 1 h 1 min |
| 529 – Magneto Was Wrong | 2026-06-29 | 1 h 3 min |
| 528 – Welcome to the Slippery Slope | 2026-06-22 | 58 min |
| 527 – Whodunnit? | 2026-06-08 | 49 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 92 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
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About Jay & Miles X-Plain the X-Men
Jay & Miles X-Plain the X-Men is a podcast hosted by Jay Edidin and Miles Stokes that explains and analyzes the X-Men comics. According to the show's website, the podcast has released 570 episodes, with a roughly weekly cadence and a median length of about 59 minutes.
The show has an Apple Podcasts rating of 4.7 out of 5 from 1,721 ratings, according to Apple Podcasts. Audience figures are estimates only: the show appears to draw about 20,000 to 80,000 downloads per episode, mostly fans of comics and superhero fiction. No sponsors appear in the feed or the recent episode titles, and the show funds itself through a Patreon page linked on its website.
Based on these estimates, a host-read mid-roll could cost roughly $360 to $2,000 per episode, which suits comics publishers, collectible sellers, and entertainment brands targeting X-Men fans.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Jay & Miles X-Plain the X-Men can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Jay & Miles X-Plain the X-Men
How much does Jay & Miles X-Plain the X-Men charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Estimated rates are about $360 to $2,000 per host-read mid-roll, based on an estimated 20,000 to 80,000 downloads per episode. Exact pricing depends on the sponsor's needs and the show's availability.
What is Jay & Miles X-Plain the X-Men about?
The show explains and analyzes the X-Men comics, their characters, and their storylines. Hosts Jay Edidin and Miles Stokes release roughly one episode a week, most running close to an hour.
How do I contact Jay & Miles X-Plain the X-Men about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80, and boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked.
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