SpyTalk
SpyTalk, hosted by national security journalists Jeff Stein, Michael Isikoff and Karen J. Greenberg, covers intelligence operations, foreign policy, homeland security and military strategy. The show has 229 episodes released roughly weekly, typically 45 to 60 minutes. Estimated downloads per episode are 5,000 to 25,000, with a rate of $90 to $625 per episode for a host-read mid-roll.
Weekly national security audience of intelligence and policy followers
- Weekly episodes of 45 to 60 minutes give sponsors a steady, predictable placement schedule.
- Hosts are veteran national security journalists, with a Apple rating of 4.3 from 223 ratings.
- Listeners follow intelligence, foreign policy and counterterrorism closely, a high-attention context.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- interview, panel discussion, investigative reporting
- Tone
- analytical, serious
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 45 to 60 minutes
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
Family friendly
Episode titles cover terrorism, assassination and gunfights such as 'An Assassination on Embassy Row' and 'Gunfight at the CIA Corral', and the political titles are heavily partisan, such as 'Patel's Partisan Politics Imperils Lives'.
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
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | redcircle.com/shows/spytalk7792 |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1560016782 |
| RSS feed | feeds.redcircle.com/d7fabfc8-69a5-4dcf-939b-3124… |
Benchmark score: 84 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Patel's Partisan Politics Imperils Lives (feat. Brian Driscoll) | 2026-10-16 | 47 min |
| Chinese Dupe or Spy? | 2026-10-09 | 50 min |
| An Assassination on Embassy Row | 2026-10-02 | 56 min |
| The Tech Bro Gods of War | 2026-09-25 | 55 min |
| Terror’s New Faces | 2026-09-18 | 1 h 1 min |
| 25 Years of Counterterrorism | 2026-09-09 | 1 h 11 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 3 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
SpyTalk lives at the intersection of intelligence operations, foreign policy, homeland security, and military strategy. Hosted by veteran national security journalists Jeff Stein, Michael Isikoff and Karen J. Greenberg, the podcast features exclusives by SpyTalk’s roster of longtime reporters, news and profiles of US and foreign spymasters, and interviews with policymakers and expert authors.…
About SpyTalk
SpyTalk is a weekly podcast covering intelligence operations, foreign policy, homeland security and military strategy. Hosted by veteran national security journalists Jeff Stein, Michael Isikoff and Karen J. Greenberg, the show features reporting by its roster of reporters, profiles of spymasters, and interviews with policymakers and authors, according to the feed and the show's RedCircle page.
The show has released 229 episodes, with episodes typically running 45 to 60 minutes. Its Apple Podcasts listing shows 223 ratings averaging 4.3 out of 5. Listener figures are estimates only: based on the rating count and show profile, the show likely draws 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode.
No sponsors are named in the feed or description. A host-read mid-roll is estimated at $90 to $625 per episode, based on the estimated download range. This suits B2B security, compliance and policy-focused brands.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. SpyTalk can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about SpyTalk
How much does SpyTalk charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll is roughly $90 to $625 per episode. Final pricing is set by the show and should be confirmed directly.
What is SpyTalk about?
SpyTalk covers intelligence operations, foreign policy, homeland security and military strategy. Hosts Jeff Stein, Michael Isikoff and Karen J. Greenberg interview policymakers and report national security scoops each week.
How do I contact SpyTalk about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked through Starbooked.
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