Life of the Record
Life of the Record, published by Talkhouse, is a documentary podcast in which creators recount how classic albums were made, from writing to recording and touring. It has 63 episodes, released roughly every 34 days, with a median length of about 103 minutes. Estimated downloads are 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, implying a rate of $40 to $200 per episode.
Long-form album documentaries with a highly engaged, high-rated audience of music listeners
- Apple Podcasts rating of 4.9 across 258 ratings signals strong listener satisfaction.
- Episodes run about 100 minutes, giving a sponsor time for multiple host-read placements.
- High production values and first-person accounts from the artists suit premium music and audio brands.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- interview, narrative documentary, bonus preview
- Tone
- reflective, detailed
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 90 to 110 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- Talkhouse
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; Talkhouse appears only as the publisher.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Feed is marked non-explicit and episodes are music-history interviews, though rock album interviews may include occasional strong language.
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 | lifeoftherecord.com/ |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1487396757 |
| RSS feed | feeds.megaphone.fm/life-of-the-record |
Benchmark score: 60 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| The Making of DÉJÀ VU by Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young - featuring Grah | 2026-10-13 | 1 h 43 min |
| The Making of THE WARNING by Hot Chip - featuring Alexis Taylor and Jo | 2026-07-28 | 1 h 43 min |
| The Making of SPIDERLAND by Slint - feat. Brian McMahan, Britt Walford | 2026-06-03 | 2 h 29 min |
| The Making of UNDERWATER MOONLIGHT by The Soft Boys - featuring Robyn | 2026-03-18 | 1 h 21 min |
| The Making of FUR AND GOLD by Bat for Lashes - featuring Natasha Khan | 2026-02-13 | 1 h 45 min |
| The Making of Z by My Morning Jacket - featuring Jim James | 2026-01-22 | 1 h 38 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 6 days ago, a new one about every 34 days.
Classic albums, told by the people who made them.
About Life of the Record
Life of the Record is a documentary podcast about how iconic albums are made, published by Talkhouse. Each episode features the creators of a classic record discussing its writing, recording and touring, with recent episodes covering titles from Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young to Slint. The feed shows 63 episodes released about every 34 days, with a median length of roughly 103 minutes.
The show's website describes it as a documentary series with in-depth interviews with the people who were there. The Apple Podcasts listing carries 258 ratings with a 4.9 average, and the listing states releases are updated monthly. Audience figures on Starbooked are estimates based on these ratings and show characteristics, not published download data.
The show currently shows no sponsors in its feed or episode titles, so it suits music, audio and premium lifestyle brands. Estimated downloads of 2,000 to 8,000 per episode translate to roughly $40 to $200 per host-read mid-roll, according to Starbooked's rate rule.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Life of the Record can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Life of the Record
How much does Life of the Record charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Starbooked estimates a host-read mid-roll at about $40 to $200 per episode, based on an estimated 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode. Exact pricing depends on the show's own terms.
What is Life of the Record about?
Life of the Record is a documentary podcast in which the creators of classic albums describe how each record was written, recorded and toured. Episodes run about 100 minutes.
How do I contact Life of the Record about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked.
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