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Real-Time Crime

Hosted by Leah Lamarr

Real-Time Crime, hosted by Leah Lamarr and produced by iHeartPodcasts, covers high-profile criminal cases and recent crime news. The show has 1,000 episodes in its feed, posts several times a week, and runs about 19 to 20 minutes per episode. Estimated downloads are 20,000 to 80,000 per episode (estimated), with a rate of $360 to $2,000 per host-read mid-roll ad.

Why brands sponsor Real-Time Crime

High-volume true crime show from iHeartPodcasts with a large weekly audience

  • Publishes multiple episodes weekly, with about 1,000 episodes in the feed
  • Covers high-profile crime cases and news, which draws a loyal true crime audience
  • Network production backed by iHeartRadio distribution
Best forconsumer brands seeking reach among true crime listenerssecurity and home productsstreaming and entertainment launches
Watch forViolent and disturbing subject matter may not suit every brand; review episode content before booking.

Brand fit report

Content

Topics, IAB taxonomy
True Crime85%
News15%
Formats
solo monologue, news roundup, case breakdown
Tone
urgent, opinionated
Language
English
Production
Studio production
Typical length
15 to 35 minutes

Audience

Commercial intent20/100
Comments asking for links, prices or where to buy
Sentiment45/100
Estimated from titles, descriptions and engagement
Est. downloads per episode20k–80k
Estimated, confidence 60%: 277 Apple ratings places the show in the 200 to 1,000 band, shifted up for a major network feed with weekly-plus cadence and high production.
Audience asks aboutWhat happened in a specific murder caseWhether a suspect has been charged or convictedWhat the latest news says about recent crimes
Age
20%18-24
30%25-34
25%35-44
25%45+
Gender
55%women
45%men
Countries
🇺🇸 United States80%
🇨🇦 Canada5%
🇬🇧 United Kingdom5%
🇦🇺 Australia3%
LanguagesEnglish 100%

Commercial

0%of the last 20 episodes had a sponsor
None seenno sponsor mentions in the last 20 episodes
Brands seen
iHeartRadio
Categories promoted
None yet
Affiliate links
No

No sponsor mentions found in the feed

Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability

Profanitymedium
Adultmedium
Drugslow
Violencehigh
Politicsmedium

Episode titles cover school shootings, murders and sex trafficking, and the feed is not flagged explicit.

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

Benchmark score: 36 / 100

Public rule, same for everyone. How it works.

Consistency Latest episode within the usual cadence0 / 50
Activity Episodes in the last 90 days, weekly is full marks30 / 30
Reach Estimated downloads per episode, 20k is full marks20 / 20

Recent episodes

Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 2 days ago, a new one about every 0 days.

Are you obsessed with solving crimes? Are you a sleuth for the truth with a self-awarded PHD in unsolved mysteries? Do you believe you should be giving an FYI to the FBI? Do the detectives label it a cold case while you’re just getting warmed up? Then you need to join Leah Lamarr on the ‘Real-Time Crime’ podcast...Where each episode we’ll discuss all the details of a high profile case and uncover…
Real-Time Crime's own show description from the podcast feed

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About Real-Time Crime

Real-Time Crime is a true crime podcast hosted by Leah Lamarr and produced by iHeartPodcasts. Episodes cover high-profile criminal cases, cold cases and recent crime news, and the feed lists about 1,000 episodes with several releases each week. According to the feed, typical episodes run 15 to 35 minutes.

Apple Podcasts shows 277 ratings with an average of 3.2 out of 5. These signals suggest a sizable listener base, but the audience figures on this page are estimates, not published download counts. Estimated downloads are 20,000 to 80,000 per episode, based on ratings count and network distribution, and listeners are estimated to skew true crime fans in the United States.

The feed shows no sponsor mentions in recent episodes. Estimated rates are $360 to $2,000 per host-read mid-roll ad, which suits consumer brands seeking reach among true crime listeners, provided the brand is comfortable with violent subject matter.

Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Real-Time Crime can edit or remove this page at any time.

Questions about Real-Time Crime

How much does Real-Time Crime charge for a podcast sponsorship?

Estimated rates are $360 to $2,000 per host-read mid-roll ad, based on estimated downloads of 20,000 to 80,000 per episode at $18 to $25 per thousand. Final pricing depends on the show's current booking terms.

What is Real-Time Crime about?

Real-Time Crime, hosted by Leah Lamarr, covers high-profile criminal cases, cold cases and recent crime news. Episodes are published several times a week and typically run 15 to 35 minutes.

How do I contact Real-Time Crime 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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