Rock & Metal Combat Podcast, hosted by Ian Wadley and Ralph Viera, reviews hard rock and metal albums, bands and concerts. The show has 423 episodes released roughly every two weeks, with typical episodes running about 2.5 hours. Estimated downloads are 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, implying an estimated $40 to $200 per host-read mid-roll.
A 12-year metal review show with 423 episodes and a dedicated, long-listening audience
- Episodes average about 2.5 hours, giving a sponsor generous airtime for host-read reads
- The archive of 423 episodes keeps the back catalogue discoverable long after release
- Apple Podcasts rating of 4.7 from 233 ratings signals an engaged, loyal listener base
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted banter, album review, track-by-track comparison, episode-based discussion
- Tone
- opinionated, nostalgic
- Language
- English
- Production
- Home recording
- Typical length
- 2 to 4 hours
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the funding_links field is empty.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | wadzilla74.podbean.com/ |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id898635643 |
| RSS feed | wadzilla74.podbean.com/feed.xml |
Benchmark score: 69 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Episode 419 The Big 4 In The 90's | 2026-10-11 | 3 h 49 min |
| Episode 417 Anthrax Cursum Perficio | 2026-09-19 | 2 h 43 min |
| Episode 416 5 Bad Follow-ups To "Classic" Albums | 2026-09-06 | 2 h 23 min |
| Episode 415 5 Bands We Feel Never Topped Their 1st Album | 2026-08-24 | 2 h 37 min |
| Episode 414 5 Albums We Love That Most Don't | 2026-08-09 | 2 h 22 min |
| Episode 413 80's Judas Priest | 2026-08-02 | 2 h 39 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 8 days ago, a new one about every 14 days.
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About Rock & Metal Combat Podcast
Rock & Metal Combat Podcast is hosted by Ian Wadley and Ralph Viera and covers hard rock and heavy metal through album reviews, track-by-track battles and band retrospectives. The show has released 423 episodes since September 2014, with a cadence of roughly one episode every two weeks and typical runs of about 2.5 hours, according to the RSS feed and the show website.
The show is distributed through Podbean and holds a 4.7 average rating from 233 ratings on Apple Podcasts. Listener figures are estimates only: based on the rating count and the show's age, we estimate 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, mostly metal fans in the United States, the United Kingdom and Canada. No sponsors were seen in the feed.
At an estimated $40 to $200 per host-read mid-roll, the show suits music gear, concert ticketing and vinyl or streaming brands looking for a loyal, long-listening metal audience.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Rock & Metal Combat Podcast can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Rock & Metal Combat Podcast
How much does Rock & Metal Combat Podcast charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll rate is about $40 to $200 per episode. Final pricing depends on the show's own terms and the negotiated package.
What is Rock & Metal Combat Podcast about?
The show reviews hard rock and heavy metal albums and bands through album reviews, track-by-track battles and retrospectives. It has run since 2014 with episodes of about 2.5 hours released roughly every two weeks.
How do I contact Rock & Metal Combat Podcast about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked directly through Starbooked.
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