People I (Mostly) Admire, hosted by economist Steve Levitt, interviews high achievers about their work, lives and obsessions. The show has 251 episodes, released weekly, with typical episodes running about 45 minutes. Estimated downloads are 20,000 to 80,000 per episode (estimated), with a host-read rate of $360 to $2,000 per episode.
Weekly conversations with high achievers reach a curious, mostly American, professional audience
- Roughly 36 to 50 minute interviews with economists, scientists and public figures suit longer host-read segments.
- Apple Podcasts shows 1,908 ratings with a 4.6 average, a sign of an engaged listener base.
- The show sits inside the Freakonomics Radio Network with high production and a consistent weekly schedule.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- interview, co-hosted conversation, bonus conversation
- Tone
- curious, witty
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 36 to 50 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- SiriusXM Podcasts+
- Categories promoted
- Subscription audio streaming
- Affiliate links
- No
The description promotes a SiriusXM Podcasts+ free trial and the show is part of the Freakonomics Radio Network, with no sponsor mentions in the last 20 episode titles.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Episode 28 discusses drug legalization with Professor Carl Hart, a policy topic rather than drug use; the feed is not explicit.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.siriusxm.com |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1525936566 |
| RSS feed | feeds.simplecast.com/rP60Wf24 |
Benchmark score: 100 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 44. Edward Glaeser Explains Why Some Cities Thrive While Others Fade A | 2026-10-17 | 46 min |
| 43. Arne Duncan Says All Kids Deserve a Chance — and Criminals Deserve | 2026-10-10 | 45 min |
| 42. America’s Math Curriculum Doesn’t Add Up | 2026-10-03 | 42 min |
| 41. Dr. Bapu Jena on Why Freakonomics Is the Best Medicine | 2026-09-26 | 40 min |
| How a Great Architect Thinks, with Bjarke Ingels | Better in Person | 2026-09-23 | 43 min |
| 40. Harold Pollack on Why Managing Your Money is as Easy as Taking Out | 2026-09-19 | 46 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 2 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
Freakonomics co-author Steve Levitt tracks down other high achievers for surprising, revealing conversations about their lives and obsessions. Join Levitt as he goes through the most interesting midlife crisis you’ve ever heard — and learn how a renegade sheriff is transforming Chicago's jail, how a biologist is finding the secrets of evolution in the Arctic tundra, and how a trivia champion…
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About People I (Mostly) Admire
People I (Mostly) Admire is a weekly interview podcast hosted by economist Steve Levitt, co-author of Freakonomics. Each episode features a high achiever discussing their work, obsessions and surprising life choices, with episodes typically running about 45 minutes. The feed lists 251 episodes since July 2020, according to the RSS feed and Podcast Index.
The show is published on Simplecast and is part of the Freakonomics Radio Network and SiriusXM Podcasts. The show's Apple Podcasts listing shows 1,908 ratings with a 4.6 average. These figures are from the feed and Apple Podcasts; estimated audience figures are inferred from ratings and are not published by the show.
Listeners are likely professionals and curious general audiences, mostly in the United States, though these are estimates only. The feed shows no sponsor reads in the last 20 episodes. Based on the estimated 20,000 to 80,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll would fall in a range of about $360 to $2,000 per episode, suited to brands in productivity, financial and health services.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. People I (Mostly) Admire can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about People I (Mostly) Admire
How much does People I (Mostly) Admire 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 about $360 to $2,000 per episode. Actual pricing depends on the show's current availability and network policy.
What is People I (Mostly) Admire about?
The show features Steve Levitt interviewing high achievers about their careers, lives and obsessions. Recent guests include economists, scientists and public figures discussing their work.
How do I contact People I (Mostly) Admire 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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