Mark And Sarah Talk About Songs
Mark Blankenship and Sarah D. Bunting host Mark And Sarah Talk About Songs, a conversational show about pop music of all stripes. The show has 387 episodes published roughly weekly, with a median episode length of about 67 minutes. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, implying a host-read rate of $90 to $625 per episode.
Long-running music conversation show with a loyal, highly rated audience
- 387 episodes published roughly weekly since 2016, giving sponsors a durable catalog
- 295 Apple Podcasts ratings averaging 4.8 out of 5, with 270 five-star reviews
- Music-focused listeners who engage with ranked lists, brackets and themed mini-series
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted banter, ranked list discussion, themed mini-series, guest interview
- Tone
- conversational, enthusiastic
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 60 to 85 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 show's music criticism covers adult-oriented pop artists.
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 | bleav.com/shows/mark-and-sarah-talk-about-songs-… |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1093776529 |
| RSS feed | feeds.simplecast.com/W4l1Hf4U |
Benchmark score: 13 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Billy Joel's "Storm Front," Ranked (with Dan Rogge!) | 2026-09-28 | 1 h 26 min |
| Summer Of Soundtrack Episode 3: Almost Famous | 2026-08-31 | 1 h 25 min |
| Summer Of Soundtrack Episode 2: City Of Angels | 2026-08-10 | 1 h 5 min |
| Summer Of Soundtrack Episode 1: Hughes Highlights | 2026-07-13 | 1 h 10 min |
| Billy Joel's "An Innocent Man," Ranked (with Dan Rogge!) | 2026-06-08 | 1 h 15 min |
| The Dolly 64 E10: The Championship | 2026-04-27 | 27 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 21 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
Mark Blankenship and Sarah D. Bunting are journalists, friends, and music fans who love talking about pop music of all stripes.
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About Mark And Sarah Talk About Songs
Mark And Sarah Talk About Songs is a music podcast hosted by Mark Blankenship and Sarah D. Bunting, who describe themselves on the show's website as journalists, friends and music fans. The show covers pop music of all stripes and uses ranked-list discussions, themed mini-series such as the Dolly 64 bracket and summer soundtrack episodes, and occasional guest appearances. Episodes publish roughly every seven days, with a median length of about 67 minutes.
The show has 387 episodes in its feed and a 4.8 average rating from 295 Apple Podcasts ratings, according to Apple Podcasts. Listener figures are estimates only: the show is estimated at 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, mostly music fans aged 25 and over. The feed shows no sponsors in its last 20 episodes.
Based on the estimate, a host-read mid-roll would be priced at roughly $90 to $625 per episode. The show suits music platforms, live events and music gear brands that want to reach engaged pop listeners.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Mark And Sarah Talk About Songs can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Mark And Sarah Talk About Songs
How much does Mark And Sarah Talk About Songs charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at about $90 to $625 per episode. Final pricing depends on the show's own terms.
What is Mark And Sarah Talk About Songs about?
The show is a conversational music podcast in which hosts Mark Blankenship and Sarah D. Bunting discuss pop music through ranked lists, brackets and themed mini-series, with about 387 episodes in its feed.
How do I contact Mark And Sarah Talk About Songs 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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