Primary Technology is a weekly tech news podcast hosted by Stephen Robles and Jason Aten, covering consumer tech, gadgets, AI and Apple news. The show has 157 episodes, releases on Thursdays, and runs about 88 minutes for full episodes. Estimated downloads are roughly 5,000 to 25,000 per episode (estimated), with a rate of about $90 to $620 per host-read mid-roll ad.
Weekly tech news with a highly rated, engaged Apple-focused audience
- Apple Podcasts shows 512 ratings with a 4.9 average, 497 of them five stars
- Episodes release weekly with full-length runs of about 88 minutes
- Hosts bring a combined news and creator following, including a columnist at Inc.com
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted discussion, news roundup, product review
- Tone
- analytical, conversational
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 80 to 90 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- Yes
The feed lists a Memberful membership funding link (Support this podcast) but no sponsor mentions appear in the recent titles or description.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
The feed carries no explicit flag and titles cover consumer tech and AI policy, such as 'AI Safety Charade' and 'OpenAI Crossed a Line', which can touch on contested topics.
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 | primarytech.fm |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1723943281 |
| RSS feed | feeds.transistor.fm/primary-technology |
Benchmark score: 90 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Who is HomeView For? Apple’s Fight for the Smart Home, Anthropic Think | 2026-10-15 | 1 h 44 min |
| Muse AI is Useful and Horrible, Apple Home Event, OpenAI Crossed a Lin | 2026-10-08 | 1 h 37 min |
| Apple HomePad Imminent, OpenAI Dots Explained, AI Safety Charade | 2026-10-01 | 1 h 35 min |
| 1 Week Review of iPhone 18 Pro, Muse AI May Read Your Texts, Siri AI I | 2026-09-24 | 1 h 28 min |
| What’s Really Happening with Siri AI and Apps | 2026-09-23 | 20 min |
| iPhone 18 Pro Reviews, iOS 27 + Siri AI are OUT, AI Annihilation or Na | 2026-09-17 | 1 h 28 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 4 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
Tech news that matters for everyone to understand. Our hosts break down the most important stories, from consumer tech and gadgets, to AI and beyond. Stephen Robles is a content creator with over 350K followers across platforms, and Jason Aten is a technology columnist at Inc.com having written in the past for Business Insider and The Chicago Tribune. Tune in every Thursday for new episodes.
About Primary Technology
Primary Technology is a weekly tech news podcast hosted by Stephen Robles and Jason Aten. Each episode breaks down major stories across consumer tech, gadgets, AI and Apple, with full episodes typically running about 88 minutes. The website describes Robles as a content creator with over 350K followers across platforms and Aten as a technology columnist at Inc.com who has written for Business Insider and The Chicago Tribune.
The show has 157 episodes in its feed and releases every Thursday. Apple Podcasts lists 512 ratings with a 4.9 average. Listener figures are estimates: based on those ratings, the show likely reaches roughly 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, and the audience skews toward US adults interested in Apple products and AI.
The feed shows no sponsor mentions in the last 20 episodes. Host-read mid-roll slots are estimated at about $90 to $620 per episode, which suits consumer electronics, smart home and productivity brands looking for an engaged tech audience. Sponsors can contact the show through Starbooked.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Primary Technology can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Primary Technology
How much does Primary Technology charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Estimated host-read mid-roll rates run about $90 to $620 per episode, based on an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode at $18 to $25 per 1,000. Final pricing depends on the booking terms.
What is Primary Technology about?
Primary Technology is a weekly tech news podcast hosted by Stephen Robles and Jason Aten. It covers consumer tech, gadgets, Apple news and artificial intelligence in episodes of about 88 minutes.
How do I contact Primary Technology about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked directly.
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