Scheer Intelligence
Scheer Intelligence, hosted by Robert Scheer and produced by ScheerPost, features long-form conversations with commentators on politics, war, and media. It has 482 episodes released roughly weekly, with a median length of about 52 minutes. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode (estimated), a rate of $90 to $625 per episode.
Long-running political commentary show with a dedicated, highly engaged audience
- 482 episodes released roughly weekly since 2015, showing sustained longevity
- Apple Podcasts rating of 4.4 from 392 ratings, with most ratings at five stars
- Interview format with guests offering analysis of U.S. politics, war, and media
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- interview, guest conversation
- Tone
- provocative, analytical
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 40 to 75 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed.
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Titles address war, Epstein, and militarism, with strong political framing throughout (for example, 'Manufacturing Silence: The Media War Behind Gaza').
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.kcrw.com/culture/shows/scheer-intelligence?u… |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1054586928 |
| RSS feed | feeds.captivate.fm/scheer-intelligence/ |
Benchmark score: 15 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Exceptional Hatred: Free Speech, Fear, and the Fight Over Jewish Ident | 2026-09-16 | 58 min |
| Fauci Took the Fifth 111 Times. What Is Washington Still Hiding About | 2026-08-03 | 35 min |
| Charles Derber: Trump Didn't Create America's Authoritarianism—He Expo | 2026-07-21 | 1 h 13 min |
| Dennis Kucinich Warns Congress Is Quietly Merging the U.S. and Israeli | 2026-07-13 | 42 min |
| Centered, Silenced, Controlled: How Patriarchy Still Shapes Women's Li | 2026-06-21 | 60 min |
| The Mamdani Moment: Why America Is Listening to Democratic Socialism A | 2026-05-29 | 51 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 33 days ago, a new one about every 8 days.
Scheer Intelligence features thoughtful and provocative conversations with "American Originals" -- people who, through a lifetime of engagement with political issues, offer unique and often surprising perspectives on the day's most important issues.
About Scheer Intelligence
Scheer Intelligence is a long-form interview podcast hosted by Robert Scheer and produced by ScheerPost, distributed through KCRW's show listing. Each episode features a guest discussing U.S. politics, foreign policy, war, and media, with episodes typically running 40 to 75 minutes.
The show has published 482 episodes since October 2015, currently on a weekly cadence, and holds a 4.4 average rating from 392 Apple Podcasts ratings. Audience figures are estimates based on these ratings and show age: roughly 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, skewing older and American.
The show has no sponsor mentions in its feed. Estimated rates run from $90 to $625 per host-read mid-roll, suited to brands in publishing, books, and civic or policy-focused products.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Scheer Intelligence can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Scheer Intelligence
How much does Scheer Intelligence charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll ad is estimated at $90 to $625 per episode. Final pricing depends on the sponsor and the agreed terms.
What is Scheer Intelligence about?
Scheer Intelligence is a long-form interview podcast featuring guests who discuss U.S. politics, foreign policy, war, and media. It has been published weekly since 2015 and typically runs 40 to 75 minutes.
How do I contact Scheer Intelligence 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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