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Lets Talk Dubs Classic The Classic VW podcast

Podcast · www.letstalkdubs.com · US · EN
Hosted by Bill Tsagrinos

Let's Talk Dubs Classic is hosted by Bill Tsagrinos and covers air-cooled Volkswagen history, builds and the people behind the hobby. It has 378 episodes released roughly every 7.5 days, with a median length of about 69 minutes. Estimated downloads are 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, implying a rate of about $40 to $200 per episode.

Why brands sponsor Lets Talk Dubs Classic The Classic VW podcast

Dedicated air-cooled Volkswagen audience with 378 episodes and strong listener loyalty.

  • Apple Podcasts shows 323 ratings averaging 4.9 stars, a strong engagement signal for a niche show.
  • Weekly episodes of 45 to 90 minutes give long-form host-read placements room to breathe.
  • Show ties into One Crazy Weekend and VW event coverage, reaching enthusiasts at the point of purchase.
Best forautomotive parts and accessoriesevent and show promotion
Watch forAudience is tightly niche, so reach is limited to air-cooled VW enthusiasts.

Brand fit report

Content

Topics, IAB taxonomy
Automotive85%
Hobbies & Interests15%
Formats
interview, co-hosted banter, event recap
Tone
conversational, enthusiastic
Language
English
Production
Clean, edited audio
Typical length
45 to 90 minutes

Audience

Commercial intent35/100
Comments asking for links, prices or where to buy
Sentiment85/100
Estimated from titles, descriptions and engagement
Est. downloads per episode2k–8k
Estimated, confidence 60%: 323 Apple ratings (50 to 200 band for a show over five years old, but 323 sits in the 200 to 1,000 band so the band is 5,000 to 25,000; adjusted down for a niche automotive show with 378 episodes and Libsyn hosting).
Audience asks aboutWhat is the history of a specific VW build or company?Who will be attending or winning One Crazy Weekend?What parts or kits work best for air-cooled engines?
Age
10%18-24
25%25-34
30%35-44
35%45+
Gender
15%women
85%men
Countries
🇺🇸 United States80%
🇨🇦 Canada5%
🇬🇧 United Kingdom5%
LanguagesEnglish 100%

Commercial

0%of the last 20 episodes had a sponsor
None seenno sponsor mentions in the last 20 episodes
Brands seen
None yet
Categories promoted
merchandise, event tickets, automotive parts
Affiliate links
Yes

A website page lists 'Use discount code LTD10 for 10% off' under a Sponsors heading, with merchandise for sale.

Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability

Profanitylow
Adultlow
Drugslow
Violencelow
Politicslow

Family friendly
Explicit flag is 0 and recent titles cover car shows, parts and history with no concerning content.

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

Benchmark score: 80 / 100

Public rule, same for everyone. How it works.

Consistency Latest episode within the usual cadence50 / 50
Activity Episodes in the last 90 days, weekly is full marks23 / 30
Reach Estimated downloads per episode, 20k is full marks5 / 20

Recent episodes

Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 3 days ago, a new one about every 8 days.

The classic Volkswagen podcast committed to the history of the hobby. The people that made it what it is today. Uncovering history from the early days of the aftermarket Volkswagen hobby
Lets Talk Dubs Classic The Classic VW podcast's own show description from the podcast feed

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About Lets Talk Dubs Classic The Classic VW podcast

Let's Talk Dubs Classic is a weekly podcast about air-cooled Volkswagen history, builds and the people shaping the hobby. Hosted by Bill Tsagrinos, according to the show's website, it has released 378 episodes since December 2018, with recent episodes running about 69 minutes at the median. Episodes feature interviews with builders, shop owners and event organizers, as well as recaps of One Crazy Weekend.

The website describes Tsagrinos as a Volkswagen enthusiast who has had cars featured in Hot VWs, Let's Play VWs, Volks World and Super VW magazines, and as the resident car expert on Pawn Stars. Apple Podcasts shows 323 ratings averaging 4.9 stars. Listener figures are estimates: the audience is likely mostly American men aged 35 and older who follow air-cooled VW culture.

The feed shows no sponsor mentions in recent episodes, though the website promotes a discount code for merchandise. At an estimated 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll would cost about $40 to $200 per episode. The show suits automotive parts brands and event organizers targeting air-cooled VW owners.

Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Lets Talk Dubs Classic The Classic VW podcast can edit or remove this page at any time.

Questions about Lets Talk Dubs Classic The Classic VW podcast

How much does Let's Talk Dubs Classic charge for a podcast sponsorship?

Estimated rates are about $40 to $200 per episode for a host-read mid-roll, based on an estimated 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode. Exact pricing should be confirmed directly with the host.

What is Let's Talk Dubs Classic about?

It is a weekly podcast about air-cooled Volkswagen history, builds and the people in the hobby. Episodes include interviews, event recaps and discussions of classic VW projects.

How do I contact Let's Talk Dubs Classic about sponsoring an episode?

The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked.