Star Wars Explained, hosted by Alex and Mollie, covers Star Wars canon and Legends lore, including characters, ships, planets, films, series, books and games. The show has 395 episodes with a weekly cadence and a median episode length of about 39 minutes. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, with a rate of roughly $90 to $625 per host-read mid-roll.
Weekly Star Wars canon and Legends show with 395 episodes and an engaged fandom
- Has 395 episodes since November 2019 with a weekly cadence and a 4.3 average rating from 419 Apple ratings.
- Companion to a large YouTube channel that releases most content daily, extending reach across platforms.
- Episodes average about 39 minutes, giving sponsors room for a host-read mid-roll.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted banter, news roundup, listener Q&A
- Tone
- enthusiastic, conversational
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 30 to 53 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- Yes
The description links to a Patreon-style support option (for as little as $1 a month) for extra commentary and content, and the feed lists no funding links.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Feed carries no explicit flag, and episode titles cover films, series and fan news such as Mandalorian and Grogu and Ahsoka Season Two.
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 | www.youtube.com/c/starwarsexplained |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1488511803 |
| RSS feed | feeds.megaphone.fm/SBP1768354909 |
| YouTube | www.youtube.com/@c/starwarsexplained |
Benchmark score: 86 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| The Rise of Biddy Blas and New York Comic Con - Last Week In Star Wars | 2026-10-17 | 52 min |
| Galactic Racer Impressions and Jon Watts for Episode X - Last Week In | 2026-10-03 | 47 min |
| The Mortis Gods Are Coming - Last Week In Star Wars | 2026-09-26 | 30 min |
| New York Comic Con and Spooky Star Wars Season Prep - Last Week In Sta | 2026-09-19 | 30 min |
| Star Wars In IMAX and Dragon Con Recap - Last Week In Star Wars | 2026-09-12 | 53 min |
| Zero Company and Tippett Studios - Last Week In Star Wars | 2026-09-05 | 32 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 2 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
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About Star Wars Explained
Star Wars Explained is a podcast that covers Star Wars canon and Legends lore, including characters, ships, planets, films, series, books and video games. Hosted by Alex and Mollie, according to the feed owner names, the show's feed describes audio versions of popular YouTube videos and weekly news-style episodes such as Last Week In Star Wars.
The show has 395 episodes published since November 2019 on a weekly cadence, with a median episode length of about 39 minutes. Its Apple Podcasts listing shows 419 ratings with a 4.3 average, and the publisher is listed as Big IP | Realm. Listener figures are estimates rather than published data, so the audience is placed at roughly 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, mostly in the United States and United Kingdom.
No sponsors were seen in the last 20 episodes. Estimated rates run from about $90 to $625 per host-read mid-roll, making the show suited to entertainment, collectibles and gaming brands seeking a dedicated Star Wars audience. Source: the RSS feed, the show's website and Apple Podcasts.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Star Wars Explained can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Star Wars Explained
How much does Star Wars Explained charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Estimated rates are about $90 to $625 per host-read mid-roll ad, based on an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode at $18 to $25 per 1,000. Exact pricing is set by the show and not published in the feed.
What is Star Wars Explained about?
Star Wars Explained covers Star Wars canon and Legends lore, including characters, ships, planets, films, series, books and video games, with weekly news-style episodes and audio versions of YouTube videos.
How do I contact Star Wars Explained about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked.
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