Radio Atlantic
Radio Atlantic, produced by The Atlantic, features conversations and debates with writers and thinkers on the day's big ideas, politics, technology and culture. The show has 396 episodes published roughly every three days, with a median length of about 30 minutes. Estimated downloads are 20,000 to 80,000 per episode (estimated), with host-read rates of roughly $360 to $2,000 per episode.
Reach a politically engaged, high-income news audience through a respected magazine's show.
- 2,257 Apple ratings with a 4.3 average signal an established, loyal listener base.
- Episodes run about 30 minutes, long enough for a host-read mid-roll with full attention.
- Published every three days by The Atlantic, giving a steady, predictable release schedule.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- interview, co-hosted discussion, debate
- Tone
- analytical, conversational
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 25 to 40 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- The Atlantic
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the show is published by The Atlantic and carries no visible ad mentions in the last 20 episode titles.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Titles cover US politics, war and the Trump administration, which carry political sensitivity, but the show is not flagged explicit and no profanity or adult themes appear in titles.
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 | www.theatlantic.com/podcasts/the-ticket |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1258635512 |
| RSS feed | feeds.megaphone.fm/radioatlantic |
Benchmark score: 83 / 100
Public rule, same for everyone. How it works.
Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Have We Reached Peak Testosterone? | 2026-10-15 | 40 min |
| Musk, Bezos, and the New Space Race | 2026-10-13 | 25 min |
| How Far Is Kash Patel Willing to Go for Trump? | 2026-10-08 | 30 min |
| The 2026 Midterms Must-Watch List | 2026-10-05 | 31 min |
| Min Jin Lee’s Underdog Morality | 2026-10-01 | 39 min |
| Republicans Are Running From Trump. Will It Work? | 2026-09-28 | 29 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 4 days ago, a new one about every 3 days.
The Atlantic has long been known as an ideas-driven magazine. Now we’re bringing that same ethos to audio. Like the magazine, the show will “road test” the big ideas that both drive the news and shape our culture. Through conversations—and sometimes sharp debates—with the most insightful thinkers and writers on topics of the day, Radio Atlantic will complicate overly simplistic views. It will cut…
About Radio Atlantic
Radio Atlantic is a podcast from The Atlantic that features conversations and debates with writers and thinkers on politics, technology, society and ideas. The show has 396 episodes, released about every three days, with a median episode length of around 30 minutes. Its website and feed identify The Atlantic as the publisher, and the show is hosted on Megaphone.
Listeners rate the show highly on Apple Podcasts, with 2,257 ratings and an average of 4.3 stars. Based on those ratings and the show's reach, we estimate 20,000 to 80,000 downloads per episode (estimated). The audience is likely older and skews toward the US, though these demographic figures are estimates only.
No sponsors were visible in the feed. Host-read mid-roll placements are estimated at roughly $360 to $2,000 per episode, which suits brands aimed at engaged, educated news consumers, such as book publishers and professional services.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Radio Atlantic can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Radio Atlantic
How much does Radio Atlantic charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 20,000 to 80,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at roughly $360 to $2,000 per episode. Final pricing depends on the sponsor and placement.
What is Radio Atlantic about?
Radio Atlantic is an Atlantic podcast with conversations and debates on politics, technology, society and ideas, featuring writers and thinkers on current events.
How do I contact Radio Atlantic 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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