Obscura: A True Crime Podcast
Obscura: A True Crime Podcast, hosted by Justin Drown, investigates murders written off as accidents, disappearances dismissed as runaways and forgotten cases using archival audio and court records. The show has 257 episodes, releases weekly and runs about 33 minutes per episode. Estimated downloads are 20,000 to 80,000 per episode, with an estimated rate of $360 to $2,000 per host-read mid-roll.
Weekly true crime with a loyal, highly rated audience of serious cold case listeners
- 2,779 Apple Podcasts ratings with a 4.6 average signal an engaged, committed listener base.
- A weekly cadence across 257 episodes gives sponsors a reliable, recurring placement.
- Roughly 33-minute episodes leave room for a full host-read mid-roll.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- narrative, solo monologue, multi-part series
- Tone
- somber, investigative
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 30 to 35 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- Yes
A funding link to an Exclusive Content subscription on RedCircle appears in the feed, and no sponsor mentions were found in the last 20 episode titles.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Titles such as 'Michael Parks: The Beheading' and 'Tyler Derochowski - Blood in the Dirt' indicate graphic violence, and the description promises graphic forensic detail.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | redcircle.com/shows/obscura-a-true-crime-podcast |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1377988275 |
| RSS feed | feeds.redcircle.com/8136b701-6bed-4cc9-bfb2-0013… |
Benchmark score: 100 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Double Feature: The Scream Killers - Part 01 | 2026-10-13 | 44 min |
| Michael Parks: The Beheading | 2026-10-06 | 29 min |
| Black Label: Nothing but Sadness | 2026-09-29 | 43 min |
| Casanova: Paul John Knowles - Part 02 | 2026-09-22 | 29 min |
| Casanova: Paul John Knowles - Part 01 | 2026-09-15 | 30 min |
| Black Label: The Price | 2026-09-08 | 36 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 6 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
The darkest true crime cases are the ones you've never heard of. Obscura investigates murders written off as accidents, disappearances dismissed as runaways, and obscure cases buried in forgotten files. Host Justin Drown delivers unflinching investigations through real archival audio, court records, and graphic forensic detail. No comedy. No sanitized narratives. Only the complete truth. New…
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About Obscura: A True Crime Podcast
Obscura: A True Crime Podcast is hosted by Justin Drown and released through RedCircle. According to the feed and website, the show investigates murders written off as accidents, disappearances dismissed as runaways and forgotten cases using archival audio, court records and forensic detail. It has 257 episodes, a weekly release schedule and typical episodes of about 33 minutes.
The show holds a 4.6 average from 2,779 ratings on Apple Podcasts. Listener figures are estimates rather than published numbers: roughly 20,000 to 80,000 downloads per episode, mostly in the United States, with an audience skewing toward listeners aged 25 to 44. The feed shows a Subscribe to Exclusive Content funding link but no visible sponsors in the last 20 episodes.
At an estimated $360 to $2,000 per host-read mid-roll, the show suits brands in home security, subscription services and consumer goods seeking adult true crime listeners. Its graphic content calls for careful suitability review.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Obscura: A True Crime Podcast can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Obscura: A True Crime Podcast
How much does Obscura: A True Crime Podcast charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on estimated downloads of 20,000 to 80,000 per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at $360 to $2,000 per episode. Rates are estimates, not a published price list.
What is Obscura: A True Crime Podcast about?
The show investigates murders written off as accidents, disappearances dismissed as runaways and obscure cases, using archival audio, court records and forensic detail. Episodes release weekly.
How do I contact Obscura: A True Crime Podcast about sponsoring an episode?
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