Let's Know Things is a weekly news analysis podcast hosted by analytic journalist Colin Wright, covering current affairs from a calm, non-polemical angle. The show has 540 episodes since 2016, released weekly with a median length of about 17 minutes. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, with a rate of $90 to $625 per host-read mid-roll ad. Its 508 Apple ratings average 4.8 stars.
Weekly news analysis with a calm, non-partisan tone and a loyal, highly rated audience
- 540 weekly episodes since 2016 give a long, consistent track record with a steady audience.
- 508 Apple ratings average 4.8 stars, a strong signal of listener satisfaction.
- Episodes run about 17 minutes, enough time for a host-read ad without disrupting the analysis.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- solo monologue, explainer
- Tone
- calm, analytical
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 14 to 22 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the show is linked to a Substack newsletter but no funding links are listed.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
The feed is marked non-explicit and covers political and economic news such as the 'Clean Energy Super PAC' and 'US-Canada Tariffs' episodes, which warrants a medium political rating.
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 | letsknowthings.substack.com/podcast |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1119222036 |
| RSS feed | api.substack.com/feed/podcast/1449053.rss |
Benchmark score: 90 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Measles Resurgence | 2026-10-13 | 21 min |
| Ethiopia’s Fraying Peace | 2026-10-06 | 19 min |
| Canada and Europe | 2026-09-29 | 14 min |
| Clean Energy Super PAC | 2026-09-22 | 19 min |
| AI Cyber Insurance | 2026-09-15 | 21 min |
| US Treasury Twist | 2026-09-08 | 20 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 6 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
A calm, non-shouty, non-polemical, weekly news analysis podcast for folks of all stripes and leanings who want to know more about what's happening in the world around them. Hosted by analytic journalist Colin Wright since 2016. letsknowthings.substack.com
About Let's Know Things
Let's Know Things is a weekly news analysis podcast hosted by analytic journalist Colin Wright, who has produced the show since 2016. Per the show's feed and website, each episode takes a calm, non-polemical look at current events, from measles outbreaks and tariffs to AI and energy policy. The feed lists 540 episodes, released weekly, with a median length of about 17 minutes.
Apple Podcasts shows 508 ratings with an average of 4.8 stars, which suggests a loyal listener base. Listener demographics are not published, so the audience profile here is an estimate: mostly adults over 25, with a majority of listeners in the United States. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode.
The feed shows no sponsors so far. At an estimated $18 to $25 per 1,000 downloads, a host-read mid-roll is roughly $90 to $625 per episode. The show suits brands in financial services, education and subscription media that want to reach an informed, news-attentive audience.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Let's Know Things can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Let's Know Things
How much does Let's Know Things charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on estimated downloads of 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at roughly $90 to $625 per episode. Final pricing is set by the show and may differ.
What is Let's Know Things about?
Let's Know Things is a weekly news analysis podcast hosted by Colin Wright. It takes a calm, non-polemical look at current events across politics, science, technology and economics.
How do I contact Let's Know Things 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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