Rainbow Crimes - Beyond the Rainbow
Beyond the Rainbow Podcast, also known as Rainbow Crimes and hosted by C.J. Johnson, covers true crime stories involving the LGBTQ plus community, including lesser known cases worldwide. The show has 357 episodes with a weekly cadence and typical episodes of about 24 minutes. Estimated downloads are 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, with a host-read rate of $40 to $200 per episode.
Long-running weekly true crime show with a dedicated LGBTQ plus audience
- 357 episodes published weekly since 2019, with a consistent format
- 183 Apple Podcasts ratings averaging 4.6 out of 5
- Episodes of about 24 minutes give room for a host-read segment
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- solo monologue, narrative, case review
- Tone
- serious, informative
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 20 to 30 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- Darkcast Network
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the home page names the Darkcast Network as the show's network but no funding links are listed.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Titles cite murders and mass graves, and episode 8 includes profanity in the title, so violence is flagged as high.
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 | beyondtherainbowpodcast.com/ |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1476793938 |
| RSS feed | feeds.megaphone.fm/SGMKL9976145590 |
Benchmark score: 81 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| S 20 Ep 14 Case Reviews and Updates - Neil, Tayy and Sam | 2026-10-16 | 27 min |
| S 20 Ep 13 The Murder of Izabela Zablocka | 2026-10-09 | 24 min |
| S 20 Ep 12 The Murder of Allan Lanteigne | 2026-10-02 | 25 min |
| S 20 Ep 11 Joachim Dressler - Was he a gay monster? | 2026-09-25 | 26 min |
| S 20 Ep 10 Violence in Sacramento and the Murder of Alvin Prasad | 2026-09-18 | 28 min |
| S 20 Ep 9 Murder of Jonelle Matthews by Creepster Steven Pankey | 2026-09-11 | 30 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 3 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
Beyond the Rainbow Podcast a.k.a. Rainbow Crimes is a show about crimes committed by and against the LGBTQ plus community. Join host C.J. for an array of true crime stories from all over the world, especially lesser known cases. Remember, it's not a crime to be gay...unless you're a murderer... .
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About Rainbow Crimes - Beyond the Rainbow
Beyond the Rainbow Podcast, also listed as Rainbow Crimes, is a true crime show hosted by C.J. Johnson, according to the feed and the show's website. It covers crimes committed by and against the LGBTQ plus community, with a focus on lesser known cases from around the world. The feed lists 357 episodes with a weekly cadence and a median episode length of about 24 minutes.
The website describes the host as a long-time true crime fan who runs their own podcast network, the Darkcast Network. Apple Podcasts shows 183 ratings with an average of 4.6 out of 5. The audience is estimated rather than measured: we estimate 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, based on the ratings count and show age, at a confidence of 0.5. No sponsor mentions appear in the feed.
At an estimated $40 to $200 per host-read episode, a sponsorship suits true crime media brands, LGBTQ plus-friendly products and travel companies seeking a dedicated weekly audience. Brands should weigh the violent content against their own safety policies.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Rainbow Crimes - Beyond the Rainbow can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Rainbow Crimes - Beyond the Rainbow
How much does Beyond the Rainbow Podcast charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Estimated rates run from about $40 to $200 per host-read episode, based on an estimated 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode. Final pricing depends on the show's own terms.
What is Beyond the Rainbow Podcast about?
The show covers true crime stories involving the LGBTQ plus community, including lesser known cases from around the world, released weekly as episodes of about 24 minutes.
How do I contact Beyond the Rainbow Podcast 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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