Podcast: The Ride
The Ride is a comedy podcast from Forever Dog hosted by Mike Carlson, Jason Sheridan and Scott Gairdner, covering theme parks such as Disney and Universal. It has 494 episodes released weekly, typically 100 to 110 minutes long. Estimated downloads are 20,000 to 80,000 per episode, with a rate of $360 to $2,000 per host-read mid-roll ad.
Engaged weekly theme park fans with a 4.8 Apple rating across 1,783 ratings
- Apple Podcasts shows 1,783 ratings with a 4.8 average, a strong signal of an engaged, loyal listener base
- Over 490 episodes since 2017 build a deep library and consistent weekly reach among theme park enthusiasts
- Episodes run about 100 minutes, giving host-read ads ample time to land in the mid-roll
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted banter, interview, themed episode series
- Tone
- playful, nostalgic
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 100 to 110 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- Forever Dog
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the show is produced by the Forever Dog Podcast Network, which is the publisher rather than a sponsor.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
The feed carries the explicit flag (explicit=1), though the episode titles cover family-oriented subjects such as Bluey, Mister Rogers and the Muppets.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | art19.com/shows/podcasttheride |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1296636702 |
| RSS feed | rss.art19.com/podcasttheride |
Benchmark score: 100 / 100
Public rule, same for everyone. How it works.
Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Monster Mansion | 2026-10-16 | 1 h 40 min |
| Halloween Horror Nights 2026 with Aniz Adam Ansari | 2026-10-09 | 1 h 48 min |
| Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift with Griffin Newman | 2026-10-02 | 2 h 10 min |
| Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park™ Camp-Resorts with Ian Riccaboni | 2026-09-25 | 1 h 44 min |
| The Wizard of Oz at Sphere | 2026-09-18 | 1 h 48 min |
| Unlocked: McGruff 4 | 2026-09-11 | 1 h 45 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 3 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
A podcast about theme parks whose original tagline is deeply outdated. Strap in as Mike Carlson, Jason Sheridan and Scott Gairdner share the WAY-too-many things they know about Disney, Universal, and beyond. Produced by the Forever Dog Podcast Network.
About Podcast: The Ride
The Ride is a comedy podcast about theme parks, produced by the Forever Dog Podcast Network and hosted by Mike Carlson, Jason Sheridan and Scott Gairdner according to the show's feed. The show covers Disney, Universal and other parks, along with themed episode series on attractions, retired features and park news. Episodes are released weekly, run about 100 to 110 minutes, and have accumulated 494 episodes since October 2017.
Apple Podcasts lists 1,783 ratings with a 4.8 average. Listeners are estimated, not measured, to be mostly adults aged 25 to 44 in the United States, with an estimated 20,000 to 80,000 downloads per episode. The feed shows no sponsors in the last 20 episodes.
Based on the estimated audience, a host-read mid-roll ad would cost roughly $360 to $2,000 per episode. The show suits travel, leisure and entertainment brands willing to accept its adult-leaning comedy tone.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Podcast: The Ride can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Podcast: The Ride
How much does The Ride charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Estimated host-read mid-roll rates are roughly $360 to $2,000 per episode, based on an estimated 20,000 to 80,000 downloads per episode at $18 to $25 per 1,000. Exact rates depend on the show and the deal.
What is The Ride about?
The Ride is a comedy podcast where Mike Carlson, Jason Sheridan and Scott Gairdner discuss theme parks, mainly Disney and Universal, with weekly episodes around 100 minutes long.
How do I contact The Ride 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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