NatSec Matters
NatSec Matters, hosted by Michael Allen, Jeremy Bash and Andrew Shapiro of Beacon Global Strategies, interviews national security leaders on intelligence, military and policy challenges. The show has 163 episodes, released weekly, with a median length of about 46 minutes. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, with a rate of $90 to $625 per episode.
Reach a senior national security audience through expert interviews and weekly analysis
- Hosts are former senior national security officials interviewing policymakers and intelligence leaders.
- Weekly releases with a median length of about 46 minutes give a steady, predictable slot.
- Apple Podcasts shows 298 ratings averaging 4.6 stars, a strong signal of an engaged audience.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- interview, panel discussion
- Tone
- analytical, serious
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 35 to 50 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- Beacon Global Strategies
- Categories promoted
- strategic advisory
- Affiliate links
- No
The description invites sponsor inquiries by email to bgs@bgsdc.com, and no sponsor mentions appear in the recent episode titles.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Episode titles cover armed conflict such as the Yemen war and Ukraine, which is treated analytically rather than graphically.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | bgsdc.com/podcast/ |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1711240452 |
| RSS feed | feeds.libsyn.com/488036/rss |
Benchmark score: 84 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Yemen's Reignited War: Dr. April Longley Alley | 2026-10-15 | 52 min |
| Trump & Xi - Managing the Mirage: Ann E. Kowalewski | 2026-09-30 | 45 min |
| The Hormuz Standoff, Military Readiness, and the Axis of Aggressors: A | 2026-09-23 | 1 h 3 min |
| Iran's Uprising, Regime Survival, and the View from Tehran: Holly Dagr | 2026-09-16 | 41 min |
| Russian Resolve and Ukraine's 'Theory of Victory': Peter Rough | 2026-09-09 | 44 min |
| 'Economic D-Day' & Refining Realities: Clay Seigle | 2026-09-02 | 30 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 4 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
Formerly known as Intelligence Matters, the NatSec Matters podcast features former senior national security officials Michael Allen, Jeremy Bash, and Andrew Shapiro as they interview top leaders in national security, including intelligence officers, military leaders, and policymakers, on the most critical security challenges of our time. Their interviews offer insights into the world's most…
About NatSec Matters
NatSec Matters is a weekly podcast hosted by former senior national security officials Michael Allen, Jeremy Bash and Andrew Shapiro, who interview intelligence officers, military leaders and policymakers. The show was formerly titled Intelligence Matters and has released 163 episodes since October 2023, typically about 46 minutes long, according to the RSS feed and the show website.
The hosts are partners at Beacon Global Strategies, a Washington, D.C. advisory firm, and the website describes Michael Allen's White House and House Intelligence Committee background. Recent episodes cover the Strait of Hormuz, Ukraine, Iran and transatlantic security. Apple Podcasts shows 298 ratings averaging 4.6 stars.
The audience is estimated rather than measured: roughly 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, skewing toward professionals aged 35 and over in the United States. Sponsors are invited by email. Sponsorship is estimated at $90 to $625 per episode, which buys a host-read mid-roll to a focused policy audience.
Brands seeking executive reach in defense, security, energy or financial risk should consider this show.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. NatSec Matters can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about NatSec Matters
How much does NatSec Matters charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Estimated rates are about $90 to $625 per episode for a host-read mid-roll, based on an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads. Confirm current pricing with the show before booking.
What is NatSec Matters about?
NatSec Matters is a weekly interview podcast hosted by former national security officials. It covers intelligence, military affairs, foreign policy and the biographies of leaders in the field.
How do I contact NatSec Matters about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80, and boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked. The show's own description also lists bgs@bgsdc.com for sponsor inquiries.
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