Kris and Mads is a books, screen and culture podcast hosted by sisters Kristen and Maddie, covering the books they read, films and shows they watch, and author interviews. The show has 103 episodes, a roughly weekly cadence and a median length of about 60 minutes. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, with a rate of $90 to $625 per host-read mid-roll.
Two sisters' book club reaching engaged readers who buy what hosts recommend
- Weekly episodes of about an hour build a loyal, returning listener base for book and screen fans.
- Author interviews and live events with authors such as Thomas R. Weaver and Chloe Gong give the show a bookish credibility.
- A 5.0 average Apple rating across 253 ratings signals a highly satisfied listener base.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted banter, author interview, monthly wrap-up, list episode
- Tone
- friendly, enthusiastic
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 50 to 65 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
The feed carries an explicit flag and the catalogue includes adult-themed fiction such as romantasy and mature classics.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | linktr.ee/kris.and.mads |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1759282388 |
| RSS feed | anchor.fm/s/f92e2df0/podcast/rss |
Benchmark score: 56 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Kris & Mads Host a LIVE Author Event in London! | Thomas R. Weaver | 2026-10-09 | 1 h 9 min |
| September Reading Wrapup 2026 | 2026-10-05 | 59 min |
| August Reading Wrapup! | So Many 5 Star Books!!! | 2026-09-07 | 1 h 4 min |
| Rachel Gillig Interview | The Knave and the Moon, Romantasy, Gothic Fa | 2026-09-01 | 1 h 1 min |
| 10 Classics We Think Everyone Should Read! | 2026-08-10 | 59 min |
| July Reading Wrapup! | 2026-08-04 | 1 h 2 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 10 days ago, a new one about every 8 days.
We’re Kris and Mads—sisters, readers, and the creators behind a thriving book and screen club that explores the stories that shape us. On this podcast, we deep dive into the books we’re reading, the shows and films we’re watching, and the bigger themes behind the stories we love. We interview authors, talk with fellow creators, and share honest conversations about storytelling, creativity, and…
About Kris and Mads
Kris and Mads is a books and screen podcast hosted by sisters Kristen and Maddie, as described on the show's Linktr.ee page. Each week they discuss the books they are reading, the shows and films they watch, and the themes behind them, with regular monthly reading wrap-ups and author interviews. The feed lists 103 episodes since July 2024, with a median episode length of about an hour.
The show is hosted on Anchor and has a 5.0 average rating from 253 ratings on Apple Podcasts. Audience figures are estimates only: based on the ratings count, the show likely reaches around 5,000 to 25,000 listeners per episode, mostly women in the 25 to 34 age range, according to our estimates. No sponsors were seen in the feed. A host-read mid-roll is estimated at $90 to $625 per episode, which buys a native read to an engaged book-focused audience. Publishers, streaming campaigns and reading services are the best fit.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Kris and Mads can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Kris and Mads
How much does Kris and Mads charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Starbooked estimates a host-read mid-roll at $90 to $625 per episode, based on estimated downloads of 5,000 to 25,000 per episode. Final pricing depends on the sponsorship terms agreed with the hosts.
What is Kris and Mads about?
Kris and Mads is a books and screen podcast hosted by sisters Kristen and Maddie. Episodes cover the books they read, films and shows they watch, and author interviews.
How do I contact Kris and Mads 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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