Mind Games is a narrative documentary podcast from Kaleidoscope and iHeartPodcasts, hosted by journalists Zoë Lescaze and Alice Hines. It examines Neuro-Linguistic Programming, its self-help influence and its links to the NXIVM sex cult. The show has 11 episodes released weekly, typically about 39 minutes long. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, with a rate of $120 to $625 per episode.
Investigative true crime series reaching engaged listeners curious about self-help and influence
- Eleven weekly episodes from Kaleidoscope and iHeartPodcasts, about 39 minutes each.
- Strong Apple Podcasts rating of 4.1 from 292 ratings, with most reviews at five stars.
- Subject matter spans self-help, the NXIVM case and a 1980s murder, drawing an attentive audience.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- narrative, investigative reporting, interview
- Tone
- investigative, serious
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 35 to 50 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- iHeartPodcastsKaleidoscope
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the show is distributed by iHeartPodcasts and produced by Kaleidoscope.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Episode titles reference a gruesome unsolved murder and the NXIVM sex cult, indicating mature subject matter.
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.k-scope.com/mindgames |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1869037215 |
| RSS feed | www.omnycontent.com/d/playlist/e73c998e-6e60-432… |
Benchmark score: 8 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| From How to Life Forever: The Longevinauts | 2026-08-04 | 51 min |
| Meeting Bandler | 2026-03-17 | 47 min |
| NXIVM | 2026-03-10 | 39 min |
| The Pickup Artist Playbook | 2026-03-03 | 36 min |
| Murder in Santa Cruz | 2026-02-24 | 38 min |
| A Human Technology | 2026-02-17 | 27 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 76 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
What if you could hypnotize yourself into a better you? Or…. secretly hypnotize others into giving you anything you want? That’s the promise of NLP, which emerged in 1970s California and then took over self-help… in spite of its connection to a gruesome unsolved murder in the late 1980s . NLP is the secret sauce connecting life coach Tony Robbins, Wolf of Wall Street Jordan Belfort, pick-up…
About Mind Games
Mind Games is a documentary podcast produced by Kaleidoscope and distributed by iHeartPodcasts, hosted by journalists Zoë Lescaze and Alice Hines according to the show's website and feed. Each season investigates Neuro-Linguistic Programming, from its origins in 1970s California to its links with self-help figures and the NXIVM sex cult. The feed lists 11 episodes released weekly, with a median running time of about 39 minutes.
The show holds a 4.1 average rating from 292 ratings on Apple Podcasts, according to the Apple listing. Listener figures are estimates: based on rating volume and the show's young age, we estimate 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode. No sponsors appear in the feed, so the show has no visible ad history.
A host-read mid-roll placement is estimated at $120 to $625 per episode. This suits brands in personal development, education or consumer wellness who want to reach an investigative, mature listenership. Contact details unlock on Starbooked for $0.80, and boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Mind Games can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Mind Games
How much does Mind Games charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on estimated downloads of 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at $120 to $625 per episode. Final rates depend on the agreement with the show.
What is Mind Games about?
Mind Games is a documentary podcast investigating Neuro-Linguistic Programming, its self-help influence, its links to the NXIVM sex cult and a 1980s murder case.
How do I contact Mind Games 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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