Nobody Asked Us with Des & Kara
Nobody Asked Us, hosted by Des Linden and Kara Goucher, covers running, track, and competitive sport with some life topics. The show has 158 episodes, released weekly, with a median length of about 69 minutes. Estimated downloads are 20,000 to 80,000 per episode (estimated). Rate range is $360 to $2,000 per episode for a host-read mid-roll.
Two Olympic-level runners discuss the sport weekly with a loyal running audience
- 1,815 Apple Podcasts ratings with a 4.9 average signal an engaged, committed listener base.
- Weekly episodes of about an hour give a sponsor steady placements across a long archive.
- Hosts with elite competitive credentials make host-read endorsements feel credible to runners.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted banter, interview, live recording
- Tone
- candid, conversational
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 60 to 75 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- Brooks Running
- Categories promoted
- running footwear, athletic apparel
- Affiliate links
- No
The feed description states the podcast is presented by Brooks Running, and no funding links are listed.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
The feed flags the show as explicit, and the titles and description are sports-focused with no drug, violence or adult themes; the explicit flag most likely reflects casual language.
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 | sites.libsyn.com/455619/desandkara |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1664629953 |
| RSS feed | feeds.libsyn.com/455619/rss |
Benchmark score: 93 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 4.45. Freshy Fresh from Chicago 2026 featuring Clayton Young! | 2026-10-11 | 43 min |
| 4.44. Live from Chicago 2026! | 2026-10-10 | 1 h 9 min |
| 4.43. Names to Watch in Chicago! | 2026-10-07 | 53 min |
| 4.42. Rattlesnakes and Bobcats and Berlin (Oh My!) | 2026-09-30 | 52 min |
| 4.41. Des and Kara in DC with Olympian Julie Culley | 2026-09-25 | 1 h 6 min |
| 4.40. Turning the Page on Track Season... | 2026-09-23 | 1 h 1 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 8 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
Once competitors and Olympic teammates, now friends and podcast partners, Des Linden and Kara Goucher share their hot takes about all things running with a little bit of life-stuff sprinkled in too. Come for the insights on running and stay for the inspiration from two legends in the sport. No filter needed. This podcast is presented by Brooks Running.
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About Nobody Asked Us with Des & Kara
Nobody Asked Us is a running podcast hosted by Des Linden and Kara Goucher, who were once competitors and Olympic teammates. According to the show's feed and website, the weekly episodes mix hot takes on running with personal stories, track season coverage, and interviews with athletes. The show has 158 episodes and a median run time of about 69 minutes.
The Apple Podcasts listing shows 1,815 ratings with a 4.9 average. Listener figures are estimates only: based on the rating count, the show likely draws 20,000 to 80,000 downloads per episode. The audience appears to be runners and track fans, with the feed listing Brooks Running as the presenting sponsor.
A host-read mid-roll is estimated at $360 to $2,000 per episode. Brands in running footwear, apparel, nutrition, and race events are the best fit for this audience.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Nobody Asked Us with Des & Kara can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Nobody Asked Us with Des & Kara
How much does Nobody Asked Us charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Estimated host-read mid-roll rates are $360 to $2,000 per episode, based on an estimated 20,000 to 80,000 downloads per episode. Exact pricing depends on the placement and the terms agreed with the show.
What is Nobody Asked Us about?
Nobody Asked Us is a weekly running podcast hosted by Olympians Des Linden and Kara Goucher. It covers training, race coverage, track season news, and athlete interviews, with some life topics mixed in.
How do I contact Nobody Asked Us 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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