Pop Mystery Pod, hosted by investigative journalist Tess Barker, examines misunderstood or covered-up celebrity news moments, blending true crime, comedy and pop culture trivia. The show has 112 episodes released weekly, with a median length of about 45 minutes. Estimated downloads are 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, with a rate of $90 to $200 per host-read mid-roll.
Engaged true crime and celebrity listeners rating the show 4.9 on Apple Podcasts
- 184 Apple Podcasts ratings with a 4.9 average from a weekly documentary show
- Long-form episodes, median about 45 minutes, give mid-roll space for host-read messages
- Recent coverage of high-interest celebrity cases draws sustained listener attention
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Content
- Formats
- narrative, solo monologue, co-hosted interview
- Tone
- investigative, irreverent
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 30 to 70 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.instagram.com/popmysterypod/?hl=en |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1746183164 |
| RSS feed | feeds.simplecast.com/CEQBba3S |
| www.instagram.com/popmysterypod/ |
Benchmark score: 55 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Grab Yo Glocks When You See Tupac (Chapter Two) | 2026-10-08 | 1 h 9 min |
| Tupac Shakur: If I Die Tonight (Chapter One) | 2026-09-24 | 1 h 5 min |
| Bedside Man: The Diddy Files Chapter Five | 2026-09-19 | 45 min |
| Mo Money Less Problems: The Diddy Files Chapter Four | 2026-09-18 | 41 min |
| Girl Meets Bad Boy For Life: The Diddy Files Chapter Three | 2026-09-17 | 38 min |
| What the Security Cameras Caught: The Diddy Files Chapter Two | 2026-09-16 | 42 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 11 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
Investigative journalist and pop culture junkie Tess Barker, dives into the pop culture moments that have puzzled her for years. This addictive, informative and revelatory show dives features the deep research and first person reporting that helped her launch the #FreeBritney movement while co-hosting Britney's Gram. Each episode unpacks a moment in celebrity news that was misunderstood or…
About Pop Mystery Pod
Pop Mystery Pod is a weekly documentary and pop culture podcast hosted by investigative journalist Tess Barker, according to the show's feed and Apple Podcasts listing. Each episode examines a celebrity news moment that was misunderstood or covered up, mixing true crime, comedy and trivia. The show has 112 episodes and a median length of about 45 minutes.
Apple Podcasts lists 184 ratings with a 4.9 average. Based on these signals, listeners are estimated at 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, most likely adults aged 25 to 44 who follow entertainment and true crime. These figures are estimates, not published download data. No sponsors were found in the feed.
At an estimated rate of $18 to $25 per 1,000 downloads, a host-read mid-roll would cost roughly $90 to $200 per episode. The show suits entertainment, documentary and pop culture brands whose audience overlaps with celebrity and true crime interest.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Pop Mystery Pod can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Pop Mystery Pod
How much does Pop Mystery Pod charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on estimated downloads of 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at roughly $90 to $200 per episode. Final pricing depends on the sponsor's package and the show's own terms.
What is Pop Mystery Pod about?
Pop Mystery Pod is a weekly documentary podcast hosted by Tess Barker. It examines misunderstood or covered-up celebrity news stories, combining true crime, comedy and pop culture trivia.
How do I contact Pop Mystery Pod about sponsoring an episode?
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