So There I Was is a weekly aviation podcast and YouTube show hosted by Pete Harmon and Chuck Newton, two former Marine Attack pilots. It features true stories from fighter pilots, airline captains and helicopter pilots. With 237 episodes and typical runs of 80 to 100 minutes, estimated downloads per episode are 2,000 to 8,000 (estimated), and rates run $40 to $200 per episode.
Engaged aviation audience hearing firsthand pilot stories every week
- Weekly episodes averaging about 85 minutes give sponsors long, attentive listening time.
- Apple Podcasts rating of 4.9 from 219 ratings signals a loyal, satisfied listener base.
- Hosts are former Marine Attack pilots, lending credibility to aviation and training brands.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted banter, interview, narrative
- Tone
- humorous, candid
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 75 to 95 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- DC ArtworksCROSSCHECKRobin's Bird Brain Designs
- Categories promoted
- custom metal art, aviation training, custom gifts
- Affiliate links
- Yes
The website sponsor page lists DC Artworks, CROSSCHECK and Robin's Bird Brain Designs with discount codes, and a Patreon funding link appears in the feed; no sponsor mentions appear in the last 20 episode titles.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
The feed carries the explicit flag set to 1, and titles such as 'Put a Booger on the Winshield' and 'We Declined to Apologize for Returning Fire' point to crude humor and combat themes.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | sothereiwas.us/ |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1628848482 |
| RSS feed | sothereiwas.us/?feed=podcast |
Benchmark score: 84 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Clara Ship! Episode 234 | 2026-10-15 | 1 h 45 min |
| Unbreakable Wings Episode 233 | 2026-10-08 | 1 h 37 min |
| If You're Gonna Blow Up Episode 232 | 2026-10-01 | 1 h 53 min |
| Guns Are Where It's At Episode 231 | 2026-09-24 | 1 h 23 min |
| Rope Trick Episode 230 | 2026-09-17 | 1 h 28 min |
| A Thousandth of an Inch of Trouble Episode 229 | 2026-09-10 | – |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 4 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
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About So There I Was
So There I Was is a weekly aviation podcast and YouTube show that gathers true pilot stories from fighter pilots, airline captains and helicopter pilots. Its website describes hosts Pete Harmon and Chuck Newton as former Marine Attack pilots who met while flying the AV-8B Harrier II in squadron VMA-223. The feed lists 237 episodes, with typical runs of 75 to 95 minutes and a seven-day cadence.
Apple Podcasts shows 219 ratings with a 4.9 average. Listener estimates are about 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, and the audience is likely to be predominantly male and US-based, though these figures are estimates rather than published data. The feed and the website show sponsor mentions for DC Artworks, CROSSCHECK and Robin's Bird Brain Designs, along with a Patreon funding link.
Estimated rates run $40 to $200 per host-read mid-roll, which buys a single spot in an engaged aviation audience. The show suits aviation training providers, custom gift and art makers, and hobby brands. It is explicit, so sponsors should expect adult language.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. So There I Was can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about So There I Was
How much does So There I Was charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Estimated rates run about $40 to $200 per host-read mid-roll, based on an estimated 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode. Exact pricing should be confirmed with the show directly.
What is So There I Was about?
It is a weekly aviation podcast in which former Marine Attack pilots Pete Harmon and Chuck Newton share true stories from fighter pilots, airline captains and helicopter pilots.
How do I contact So There I Was about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80, and boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked.
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