Mark Madden
Mark Madden, host of Super Genius, covers Pittsburgh sports talk with guests from the Steelers, Penguins and local media. The show has 1,000 episodes in its feed, updated daily, with typical episodes running about 40 minutes. Estimated downloads are 20,000 to 80,000 per episode, with an estimated rate of $360 to $2,000 per mid-roll read.
Daily Pittsburgh sports talk with a large, loyal regional audience
- Daily episodes across Steelers, Penguins and local sports, with 1,000 episodes in the feed
- Typical episodes run about 40 minutes, giving room for host-read mid-roll placements
- Hosted on a major network with Apple Podcasts ratings averaging 4.1 out of 5 from 259 ratings
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- interview, call-in and phone segments, co-hosted banter
- Tone
- opinionated, conversational
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 25 to 50 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- iHeartRadio105.9 The X
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; iHeartRadio and 105.9 The X appear as publisher and station only.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Sports talk with no explicit flag in the feed; episode titles show no adult, drug or violent 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
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.iheart.com/podcast/139-mark-madden-super-gen… |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1445942051 |
| RSS feed | www.omnycontent.com/d/playlist/98a2599f-cd9b-4f2… |
Benchmark score: 35 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| HR 2 - Charlie Batch Talking Steelers, Ask Mark Anything! | 2026-10-16 | 31 min |
| HR 1 - Gerry Dulac Talking Steelers, Sid's Power Play Solution | 2026-10-16 | 27 min |
| Pregame Show - Live From Vegas, SPorts Shows | 2026-10-16 | 41 min |
| HR 2 - Tim Benz Talking Steelers, King Jemison Talking Penguins | 2026-10-15 | 41 min |
| HR 1 - Josh Yohe Talking Penguins | 2026-10-15 | 27 min |
| Pregame Show - Live From Vegas, Best Pittsburgh Sports Moments | 2026-10-15 | 42 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 3 days ago.
He's the king of Pittsburgh Sports Talk... The Super Genius, Mark Madden.
About Mark Madden
Super Genius with Mark Madden is a daily Pittsburgh sports talk show that covers the Steelers, the Penguins and local sports. The feed lists 1,000 episodes, updated daily, with typical episodes running about 40 minutes. The show is published by iHeartRadio in partnership with 105.9 The X, according to the feed and the iHeart listing.
The show is hosted by Mark Madden, and its episodes feature a rotating mix of guests including local reporters, former players and media personalities, according to episode titles in the feed. Apple Podcasts lists 259 ratings with an average of 4.1 out of 5.
Estimated audience is 20,000 to 80,000 downloads per episode; this figure is an estimate, not a published number. The audience is likely concentrated in the Pittsburgh region and skews toward older sports fans. No sponsors were seen in the feed. Estimated rates run $360 to $2,000 per host-read mid-roll, suited to regional automotive, service and sports brands.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Mark Madden can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Mark Madden
How much does Mark Madden charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Estimated rates are $360 to $2,000 per host-read mid-roll, based on an estimated 20,000 to 80,000 downloads per episode. Final pricing depends on placement and package terms agreed with the show.
What is Mark Madden about?
Mark Madden is a daily Pittsburgh sports talk show covering the Steelers, the Penguins and local sports with a mix of host commentary and guest interviews. Episodes typically run about 40 minutes.
How do I contact Mark Madden about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked directly through Starbooked.
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