JOHNSTONE is a daily news commentary podcast featuring readings of Caitlin Johnstone's articles, usually read by co-writer Tim Foley. It has 500 episodes and publishes almost every day, typically under five minutes long. Estimated downloads per episode are 5,000 to 25,000 (estimated), with a rate of $90 to $625 per episode for a host-read mid-roll.
Daily political commentary with a loyal, highly rated audience of activist-minded listeners
- Publishes nearly every day with 500 episodes, giving frequent sponsor slots.
- Apple Podcasts rating of 4.7 from 190 ratings, with 172 five-star reviews.
- Short episodes of about five minutes suit tightly focused host-read messages.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- narrated article reading, solo monologue, poetry reading
- Tone
- polemical, opinionated
- Language
- English
- Production
- Home recording
- Typical length
- 4 to 9 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- Yes
The website's support page links to Patreon, a Substack subscription and a one-off PayPal donation, with no sponsor mentions in the feed.
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The feed is flagged explicit and titles include strong language such as 'No One Gives A Fuck About October 7' and references to a live-streamed execution and genocide.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | caitlinjohnstone.com.au |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1333112416 |
| RSS feed | feeds.soundcloud.com/users/soundcloud:users:2253… |
Benchmark score: 34 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Military-Industrial Complex Assures Investors That Wars Will Be Endles | 2026-10-17 | 8 min |
| ALL Art Is Political When You Live In A Genocidal Dystopia | 2026-10-17 | 5 min |
| Using AI Instead Of Writing Turns Your Brain Into Cheez Whiz | 2026-10-14 | 6 min |
| When The Gates Of Tech Dystopia Snap Shut | 2026-10-13 | 4 min |
| If The Truth Is A Threat To Israel, Then Israel Should Not Exist | 2026-10-12 | 5 min |
| Advanced Technology Will Not Save Us | 2026-10-11 | 5 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 2 days ago, a new one about every 1 days.
Readings of all Caitlin Johnstone's articles, usually by her co-writer Tim Foley.
About JOHNSTONE
JOHNSTONE is a daily news commentary podcast that presents readings of Caitlin Johnstone's articles, usually read by her co-writer Tim Foley. The show covers geopolitics, technology, and society, and the website describes Johnstone's work as daily writings about the end of illusions. The feed lists 500 episodes with a typical length of four to nine minutes.
The show is published on SoundCloud and rated 4.7 from 190 ratings on Apple Podcasts, with a Podcast Index popularity of 9. The audience is estimated rather than measured, at roughly 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, and is likely skewed toward English-speaking listeners interested in political commentary.
The feed shows no sponsor mentions. A host-read mid-roll is estimated at $90 to $625 per episode based on that download range, and the show may suit brands seeking engaged news listeners, though its explicit and political content narrows the field of suitable advertisers.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. JOHNSTONE can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about JOHNSTONE
How much does JOHNSTONE charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll is roughly $90 to $625 per episode. Final pricing depends on the show's own rate card.
What is JOHNSTONE about?
JOHNSTONE is a daily podcast of readings of Caitlin Johnstone's news commentary articles, usually read by Tim Foley. Topics include geopolitics, technology, and society.
How do I contact JOHNSTONE about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked directly.
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