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Science of Perception Box

Hosted by Heather Berlin, Christof Koch

Science of Perception Box is hosted by neuroscientists Heather Berlin and Christof Koch, exploring how beliefs, biases and neural wiring shape perception through guest conversations on consciousness, mindfulness and psychedelics. The show has 21 episodes on a weekly cadence, with a median episode length of about 46 minutes. Estimated downloads are 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, with a rate of roughly $40 to $200 per episode for a host-read mid-roll ad.

Why brands sponsor Science of Perception Box

Neuroscience conversations with an engaged, highly rated audience on perception and mind

  • Apple Podcasts rating of 4.6 from 238 ratings, with 80 percent of ratings at five stars.
  • Guests include Michael Pollan, Sam Harris, Andrew Huberman and Mel Robbins, drawing a broad wellness and science audience.
  • Weekly episodes with a steady cadence of about 46 minutes give sponsors a predictable placement schedule.
Best forbooks and education productsmindfulness and wellness brands
Watch forDownload estimates are inferred from ratings, not published, and the show has no sponsorship history yet.

Brand fit report

Content

Topics, IAB taxonomy
Science55%
Health & Fitness25%
Mental Health20%
Formats
interview, co-hosted discussion
Tone
curious, academic
Language
English
Production
Clean, edited audio
Typical length
40 to 50 minutes

Audience

Commercial intent15/100
Comments asking for links, prices or where to buy
Sentiment75/100
Estimated from titles, descriptions and engagement
Est. downloads per episode2k–8k
Estimated, confidence 60%: 238 Apple Podcasts ratings with a 4.6 average, a show under two years old that gains ratings slowly, weekly cadence, and no named sponsors.
Audience asks aboutHow does perception shape the way we experience the world?What does neuroscience say about consciousness?How can mindfulness and awe change how we think?
Age
15%18-24
30%25-34
25%35-44
30%45+
Gender
45%women
55%men
Countries
🇺🇸 United States55%
🇬🇧 United Kingdom15%
🇨🇦 Canada10%
LanguagesEnglish 100%

Commercial

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

No sponsor mentions found in the feed

Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability

Profanitylow
Adultlow
Drugsmedium
Violencelow
Politicslow

Family friendly
Episode titles reference psychedelics (Psychedelics and the Placebo Effect) but the feed carries no explicit flag.

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: 82 / 100

Public rule, same for everyone. How it works.

Consistency Latest episode within the usual cadence50 / 50
Activity Episodes in the last 90 days, weekly is full marks28 / 30
Reach Estimated downloads per episode, 20k is full marks5 / 20

Recent episodes

Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 5 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.

Join renowned scientists Dr. Heather Berlin and Dr. Christof Koch on the Science of Perception Box, where they delve into the Perception Box—a groundbreaking concept developed by Elizabeth R. Koch, that reveals how our beliefs, biases, and neural wiring shape our reality and define how we experience the world. Through captivating conversations with expert guests like psychiatrist Dr. Judson…
Science of Perception Box's own show description from the podcast feed

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About Science of Perception Box

Science of Perception Box is a podcast hosted by neuroscientists Heather Berlin and Christof Koch, produced by Unlikely Collaborators with Pod People. Each episode features a conversation with an expert guest on how beliefs, biases and neural wiring shape perception, covering topics such as consciousness, mindfulness, romantic love and psychedelics. The show publishes weekly, with 21 episodes in the feed and a median length of about 46 minutes, according to the RSS feed.

The show holds a 4.6 average rating from 238 ratings on Apple Podcasts. Listeners are likely adults interested in science and mental health; these audience figures are estimates, not published data. No sponsors are visible in the feed, and the show does not publish a website with sponsor information.

Brands seeking a host-read mid-roll placement can expect an estimated range of about $40 to $200 per episode, based on estimated downloads of 2,000 to 8,000 per episode. This suits books, education and wellness products whose audience values thoughtful, research-led content.

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

Questions about Science of Perception Box

How much does Science of Perception Box charge for a podcast sponsorship?

Based on estimated downloads of 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at about $40 to $200 per episode. Final pricing is set through Starbooked.

What is Science of Perception Box about?

The show features conversations with scientists and experts on how perception, beliefs and neural wiring shape the way we experience the world, including consciousness, mindfulness and relationships.

How do I contact Science of Perception Box 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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