Kermode & Mayo’s Take
Kermode & Mayo's Take, hosted by Mark Kermode and Simon Mayo, offers film and TV reviews, interviews and movie recommendations. The show has 305 episodes, releasing weekly, with a typical length of about 80 to 90 minutes. Estimated downloads per episode are 20,000 to 80,000 (estimated), with a rate of roughly $360 to $2,000 per host-read mid-roll. Its episodes frequently feature interviews with actors and directors.
Established film criticism show with a loyal, weekly audience of cinema-goers
- Weekly episodes of about 80 to 90 minutes across 305 episodes build steady recall.
- Recurring film and TV reviews attract listeners who are actively deciding what to watch.
- Rated 4.5 out of 5 on Apple Podcasts from 267 ratings.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted banter, interview, review roundtable
- Tone
- witty, opinionated
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 80 to 90 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- NordVPNSony Music Entertainment
- Categories promoted
- VPN and online security software
- Affiliate links
- Yes
The feed description includes an exclusive NordVPN deal link (nordvpn.com/take) and a promotion for the show's ad-free subscription, Extra Takes.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Episode titles reference adult-themed films such as 'TEENAGE SEX AND DEATH AT CAMP MIASMA' and 'Is ICE CREAM MAN Eli Roth's most chilling work', and the feed is not flagged explicit.
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 | feeds.megaphone.fm/kermodeandmayo |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1616559297 |
| RSS feed | feeds.megaphone.fm/kermodeandmayo |
Benchmark score: 85 / 100
Public rule, same for everyone. How it works.
Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| JOSH BROLIN and AUSTIN ABRAMS talk Whalefall | 2026-10-15 | 1 h 22 min |
| Is THE UPRISING revolutionary or revolting? + PAUL GREENGRASS | 2026-10-08 | 1 h 32 min |
| Does Mark dig Digger? + AARON SORKIN | 2026-10-01 | 1 h 21 min |
| Does the new Austen adaptation suit Mark's sensibility? With George Ma | 2026-09-24 | 1 h 21 min |
| Does RESIDENT EVIL equal WEAPONS? + JULIETTE BINOCHE | 2026-09-17 | 1 h 24 min |
| Has PRACTICAL MAGIC 2 got Mark spellbound? + NICOLAS WINDING REFN | 2026-09-10 | 1 h 26 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 4 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
Essential film reviews, TV reviews, and all conversations around movie and non-movie related stuff brought to you by Mark Kermode and Simon Mayo. Plus a whole bunch of recommendations to watch in cinemas, on all streaming services and on physical media. Want more Kermode & Mayo? Subscribe to Kermode & Mayo’s Extra Takes to get ad-free listening plus access to our subscriber-exclusive show, TAKE…
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About Kermode & Mayo’s Take
Kermode & Mayo's Take is a long-running film and TV review podcast hosted by Mark Kermode and Simon Mayo. Each episode combines reviews, interviews with actors and directors, and recommendations for cinema, streaming and physical media, as described on the show's feed and website.
The show has published 305 episodes with a weekly cadence, and a typical episode runs 80 to 90 minutes according to the RSS feed metrics. It holds a 4.5 average rating from 267 ratings on Apple Podcasts. Listener figures are estimates only, placed at roughly 20,000 to 80,000 downloads per episode based on those ratings and the show's age and cadence.
The feed shows a host-read NordVPN offer and promotion for the Extra Takes subscription. Brands in film, streaming, consumer technology and subscriptions are the most natural fit for a sponsorship, with a per-episode rate of about $360 to $2,000 for a host-read mid-roll (estimated from the rate rule).
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Kermode & Mayo’s Take can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Kermode & Mayo’s Take
How much does Kermode & Mayo's Take charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on estimated downloads of 20,000 to 80,000 per episode, a host-read mid-roll is roughly $360 to $2,000. Exact pricing must be confirmed directly with the show.
What is Kermode & Mayo's Take about?
The show features film and TV reviews, interviews with actors and directors, and recommendations across cinema, streaming and physical media. It is hosted by Mark Kermode and Simon Mayo.
How do I contact Kermode & Mayo's Take about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked through Starbooked.
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