Let's Talk About Sects is an independent monthly show hosted by Sarah Steel, a filmmaker and writer, covering one cult or sect per episode through history, recruitment, psychology and notable incidents. The feed holds 120 episodes, released about every 19 days, with a median length near 61 minutes. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, with a rate of $90 to $625 per host-read mid-roll, and the show's distinctive detail is its Apple rating of 4.7 from 460 ratings.
Engaged true crime listeners in religion and cult history, with a 4.7 Apple rating
- Apple Podcasts shows 460 ratings averaging 4.7 stars, with 391 five-star reviews.
- Monthly deep dives run about 60 minutes, giving sponsors a long, attentive listen.
- Listeners come from the United States, Australia and the United Kingdom according to the estimate.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- narrative, solo monologue, interview
- Tone
- investigative, measured
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 35 to 60 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- Finance and Property Survival GuideAudio-Technica
- Categories promoted
- personal finance, audio equipment
- Affiliate links
- Yes
The sponsorship page names the Finance and Property Survival Guide as season 7 presenter and Audio-Technica as sponsor of seasons 4 to 6, and the site links Patreon, Acast+ and a promo code.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Episodes cover coercive control, abuse and criminal cases such as The Nannup Four, and sexual content appears in episodes like Empire of Orgasm: OneTaste, so the show is not suited to young audiences.
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.ltaspod.com/ |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1286328757 |
| RSS feed | feeds.acast.com/public/shows/293c3043-0316-4f41-… |
Benchmark score: 64 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Opus Dei, Tangara and Redfield | 2026-10-13 | 1 h 35 min |
| The Victorian Cult Inquiry Recommendations with Patrick McIvor | 2026-08-18 | 1 h 24 min |
| Can You Handle a Girl Like Me with Bek Condello | 2026-07-12 | 39 min |
| ICSA with Carol Merchasin | 2026-06-21 | 53 min |
| Eternal Values with Hoyt Richards | 2026-06-02 | 1 h 7 min |
| Coercive Control in Charismatic Evangelical Churches with the RTC | 2026-05-31 | 54 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 6 days ago, a new one about every 19 days.
Let's Talk About Sects is an award-winning monthly podcast focusing on a different cult each episode. Sarah takes a storytelling, deep dive approach, looking at the history of a sect's leaders, the recruitment of members, their experiences, psychological aspects, and notable incidents during its existence. You can support us on Patreon , with a one-off donation , or grab some merch . Sarah…
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About Let's Talk About Sects
Let's Talk About Sects is an independent monthly podcast hosted by Sarah Steel, a filmmaker and writer who produces and writes each episode. Each episode takes a deep dive into a different cult, covering the leader's history, how members were recruited, their experiences and the psychological aspects, according to the show's website.
The feed lists 120 episodes released about every 19 days, with a median length near 61 minutes. Apple Podcasts shows a 4.7 average from 460 ratings. The audience estimate of 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode is an estimate, not a published figure, and listeners are likely spread across the United States, Australia and the United Kingdom.
The show has run sponsorships including the Finance and Property Survival Guide and Audio-Technica, according to its sponsorship page. Estimated rates run $90 to $625 per host-read mid-roll, suited to personal finance, audio and book brands that want an attentive true crime and religion audience.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Let's Talk About Sects can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Let's Talk About Sects
How much does Let's Talk About Sects charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Estimated rates run $90 to $625 per host-read mid-roll, based on an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode. Exact pricing depends on the package and is set with the show.
What is Let's Talk About Sects about?
It is a monthly true crime and society podcast by Sarah Steel that covers one cult per episode, including its leaders, recruitment, members' experiences and psychology.
How do I contact Let's Talk About Sects 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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