Small Town Murder
Small Town Murder is a comedy true crime podcast hosted by James Pietragallo and Jimmie Whisman, who research one small American town and one murder per episode. With 746 episodes and two releases a week, runs are about 75 minutes or three hours. Estimated downloads are 60,000 to 140,000 per episode, with a host-read mid-roll estimated at $1,080 to $3,500. Apple Podcasts shows 75,173 ratings.
A true crime comedy hit with 75,000 ratings and a 4.9 Apple average
- 75,173 Apple Podcasts ratings at 4.9 stars signal a loyal, satisfied listener base.
- Two episodes a week for 746 episodes since 2017, with long episodes that leave room for ads.
- Each episode centers on a US small town, a consistent format brands can understand.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted banter, narrative, research-based storytelling
- Tone
- irreverent, humorous
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 75 minutes to 3 hours
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
The feed carries the explicit flag and titles such as "The Brutally Batted Bartender" and "The Ax Murder Zombie" describe real murders.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | sites.libsyn.com/580095 |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1194755213 |
| RSS feed | feeds.libsyn.com/580095/rss |
Benchmark score: 75 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| The Sweater Letter Murder - Ontonagon, Michigan | 2026-10-16 | 1 h 16 min |
| Fine Line Of Lunacy - Wenham, Massachusetts | 2026-10-15 | 3 h 4 min |
| The Bragging Brute - Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio | 2026-10-09 | 1 h 16 min |
| Chasing The Devil - Franklin, Louisiana | 2026-10-08 | 3 h 4 min |
| Stormy, Deadly Night - Selma, North Carolina | 2026-10-02 | 1 h 16 min |
| Murder From The Shadows - Stab, Kentucky | 2026-10-01 | 3 h 9 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 3 days ago, a new one about every 2 days.
Two comedians look at a small town, what makes it tick, and a murder that took place there. In depth research, horrible tragedy, and the hosts' comedic spin on the whole thing. New episodes every Thursday!!
About Small Town Murder
Small Town Murder is a comedy true crime podcast. Hosts James Pietragallo and Jimmie Whisman, named in the feed, pick one small American town and one murder, then add in-depth research and comedy. Recent titles include Ontonagon, Michigan and Franklin, Louisiana, and the feed carries the explicit flag.
The feed lists 746 episodes since January 2017 on Libsyn. Recent releases come twice a week, with a shorter episode of about 75 minutes and a longer one of about three hours. Apple Podcasts shows 75,173 ratings with a 4.9 average. No sponsors appeared in the recent feed.
Starbooked estimates 60,000 to 140,000 downloads per episode, based on the ratings count and show age, since podcasts do not publish download numbers. A host-read mid-roll is estimated at $1,080 to $3,500 per episode, and long episodes allow more than one placement. It suits subscription, streaming and consumer brands that accept violent true crime content next to their ads.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Small Town Murder can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Small Town Murder
How much does Small Town Murder charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Starbooked estimates a host-read mid-roll at $1,080 to $3,500 per episode, based on an estimated 60,000 to 140,000 downloads. The show does not publish rates or download numbers, so treat this as a guide.
What is Small Town Murder about?
Two comedians, James Pietragallo and Jimmie Whisman, look at a small American town, what makes it tick and a murder that took place there, mixing research with comedy. The feed lists 746 episodes since 2017.
How do I contact Small Town Murder about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can be booked directly through Starbooked, so you can request an episode slot without searching for management details.
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