Marvel by the Month
Marvel by the Month, hosted by Bryan Stratton, Jamie Wenger and Robb Milne, takes a month-by-month journey through the history of Marvel Comics. The show has 335 episodes with a weekly cadence and a median length of about 37 minutes. Estimated downloads are 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, with a rate of roughly $40 to $200 per host-read mid-roll ad.
Engaged comic book fans listen to a 335-episode Marvel history show
- Rated 4.8 on Apple Podcasts from 174 ratings, with 160 five-star reviews
- Weekly episodes of about 37 minutes build a long-running, loyal listener habit
- Hosts review Marvel history month by month, pairing well with comics and entertainment brands
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted banter, episodic chronological review, guest interview
- Tone
- nostalgic, analytical
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 35 to 65 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- Yes
Patreon funding link for extended episodes (patreon.com/marvelbythemonth) in the description; no sponsor mentions found in the feed.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Comic book history episodes cover superhero action and fictional violence, with no explicit flag in the feed.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | marvelbythemonth.com |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1463455652 |
| RSS feed | feeds.simplecast.com/E91TLC31 |
Benchmark score: 77 / 100
Public rule, same for everyone. How it works.
Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| #327: MONARCH by the Month 04 - "Godzilla Versus Yetrigar" (preview) | 2026-10-14 | 23 min |
| #326: April 1978 - "The Rocket Racer's Back In Town!" | 2026-10-07 | 1 h 10 min |
| #325: MONARCH by the Month 03 - "The Fate of Las Vegas" (preview) | 2026-09-30 | 40 min |
| #324: March 1978 (w/Will & Kevin Hines) - "Again, the Enforcers!" | 2026-09-23 | 1 h 21 min |
| #323: MONARCH by the Month 02 (Preview) - "Godzilla Versus Batragon!" | 2026-09-16 | 31 min |
| #322: February 1978 (w/Keith M. Dallas) - "Who Was That Goblin I Saw Y | 2026-09-09 | 1 h 27 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 5 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
Bryan, Robb, and Jamie take a month-by-month journey into the history of Marvel Comics. Get extended episodes at patreon.com/marvelbythemonth. NEW LISTENERS: catch up quickly with the "Essential MBTM" season recap episodes! (Not affiliated with Marvel Comics.)
About Marvel by the Month
Marvel by the Month is a weekly podcast hosted by Bryan Stratton, Jamie Wenger and Robb Milne that takes listeners through the history of Marvel Comics one month at a time. According to the show's feed, it has published 335 episodes since May 2019, with typical episodes running about 37 minutes. The show's website describes the hosts' format, and the show also offers extended episodes through Patreon.
The podcast has an Apple Podcasts rating of 4.8 from 174 ratings, which places it in the mid-sized listener band. Its audience is estimated, not measured, at roughly 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, skewing toward adult comic book fans in English-speaking countries. No sponsors were seen in the recent feed.
Brands in comics, collectibles and entertainment that want to reach engaged Marvel fans may be a good fit. Based on the estimated audience, a host-read mid-roll would typically cost about $40 to $200 per episode.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Marvel by the Month can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Marvel by the Month
How much does Marvel by the Month charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Estimated rates are about $40 to $200 per host-read mid-roll ad, based on an estimated 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode. Actual pricing depends on the show's own terms.
What is Marvel by the Month about?
Marvel by the Month is a weekly podcast in which Bryan Stratton, Jamie Wenger and Robb Milne review the history of Marvel Comics month by month, starting in 1975.
How do I contact Marvel by the Month about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80, and boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked.
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