Red Thread is a true crime and investigative podcast hosted by Jackson and Jordan, covering cryptids, conspiracies, cults and internet-culture controversies. It has 135 episodes released roughly weekly, with a median length near 97 minutes. Estimated downloads are 20,000 to 80,000 per episode (estimated), with a rate of about $360 to $2,000 per host-read mid-roll ad. One distinctive detail is its frequent deep dives into online personalities and scandals.
Weekly investigative true crime with a loyal, highly rated audience of over 1,400 listeners' ratings
- Apple Podcasts shows 1,425 ratings with a 4.8 average, a strong signal of an engaged listener base.
- Consistent weekly releases across 135 episodes give a predictable placement schedule.
- Long episodes around 97 minutes median allow multiple mid-roll ad positions.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted banter, narrative, investigative deep dive
- Tone
- investigative, irreverent
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 70 to 100 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the description and funding links are empty.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Titles reference sexual and violent crimes ("The Lolicon Epidemic", "His Deplorable Crimes", "The Wanda Beach Murders"); the feed is not flagged explicit but content covers mature subjects.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/redthread |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1719818294 |
| RSS feed | feeds.megaphone.fm/HMG9026615958 |
Benchmark score: 98 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| The Lolicon Epidemic: A Concerning Trend | Red Thread | 2026-10-12 | 1 h 57 min |
| Understanding The Sick Mind of EDP455 (w/ Mike Clum) | Red Thread | 2026-10-04 | 1 h 22 min |
| EDP445: His Deplorable Crimes | Red Thread | 2026-10-01 | 2 h 36 min |
| EDP445: From Internet Celebrity to Infamy | Red Thread | 2026-09-24 | 1 h 17 min |
| The Religion That Worships Big Butts | Red Thread | 2026-09-13 | 1 h 32 min |
| Cyraxx: The King of Akron | Red Thread | 2026-09-09 | 1 h 17 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 7 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
Welcome to The Red Thread, a podcast series where Jackson and Jordan investigate the peculiar space just beyond reality. Cryptids, Conspiracies, Cults and more are on the investigation board and nothing is off limits. What will they discover? There's only one way to find out...
About Red Thread
Red Thread is a true crime and investigative podcast hosted by Jackson and Jordan, who examine cryptids, conspiracies, cults and internet personalities. The show publishes roughly weekly, with episodes that run a median of about 97 minutes, and it has released 135 episodes since November 2023. The show's Apple Podcasts listing shows 1,425 ratings with a 4.8 average, and the show is hosted on Megaphone.
Listeners on the show's Apple listing and feed are estimated to skew toward adults aged 18 to 34 and toward men, with most listeners likely in the United States. These audience figures are estimates based on rating volume and show metadata, not published download data. No sponsors are named in the feed or Apple listing.
Estimated downloads are 20,000 to 80,000 per episode, which corresponds to roughly $360 to $2,000 for a host-read mid-roll ad. Brands in gaming, consumer tech and subscription services who want an engaged true crime audience are the best fit.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Red Thread can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Red Thread
How much does Red Thread charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Estimated rates are about $360 to $2,000 per host-read mid-roll ad, based on estimated downloads of 20,000 to 80,000 per episode. Final pricing depends on episode placement and terms agreed with the show.
What is Red Thread about?
Red Thread is a true crime podcast where hosts Jackson and Jordan investigate cryptids, conspiracies, cults and internet personalities. Episodes are released roughly weekly and run about 80 to 100 minutes.
How do I contact Red Thread 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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