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State of the Arc Podcast, published by Resonant Arc, breaks down storytelling techniques across games, films, literature and music, with reactions, retrospectives and occasional original arrangements. It has 378 episodes released roughly weekly, with a median length of about 104 minutes. Estimated downloads per episode are 2,000 to 8,000 (estimated), a rate of $40 to $200 per episode for a host-read mid-roll. One distinctive detail is its recurring Remake Trials series.

Why brands sponsor State of the Arc Podcast

Long-form video game storytelling analysis with a loyal, highly rated audience

  • 378 episodes at a steady weekly cadence since 2018 build a deep back catalogue
  • Apple Podcasts rating of 4.8 from 295 ratings signals engaged listeners
  • Episodes average around 100 minutes, giving sponsors room for multiple reads
Best forvideo game publishers and hardwaregaming accessories and streaming services
Watch forDownload estimates are modelled, not measured; confirm with the creator before committing budget.

Brand fit report

Content

Topics, IAB taxonomy
Video Gaming70%
Arts & Entertainment20%
Music10%
Formats
solo monologue, co-hosted discussion, guest interview, episodic series
Tone
analytical, enthusiastic
Language
English
Production
Clean, edited audio
Typical length
60 to 120 minutes

Audience

Commercial intent10/100
Comments asking for links, prices or where to buy
Sentiment75/100
Estimated from titles, descriptions and engagement
Est. downloads per episode2k–8k
Estimated, confidence 45%: Apple ratings_count of 295 (50 to 200 band, shifted up given the 378-episode back catalogue), long episode length, no named sponsors, and Podcast Index popularity of 9.
Audience asks aboutWhich games or films have the strongest storytellingWhy certain remakes or sequels succeed or failWhat is coming next for Final Fantasy and Kingdom Hearts
Age
20%18-24
40%25-34
25%35-44
15%45+
Gender
30%women
70%men
Countries
🇺🇸 United States45%
🇬🇧 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; the funding_links field is empty.

Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability

Profanitylow
Adultlow
Drugslow
Violencelow
Politicslow

Family friendly
Feed is not flagged explicit and episode titles cover games and film with no adult or drug themes.

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: 86 / 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 marks30 / 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.

Our podcast breaks down the techniques of great storytelling across our favorite games, movies, literature, and music. I also occasionally upload music I've arranged or composed!
State of the Arc Podcast's own show description from the podcast feed

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About State of the Arc Podcast

State of the Arc Podcast, published by Resonant Arc, examines how storytelling works across video games, films, literature and music. Episodes range from solo monologues and co-hosted discussions to guest interviews and the Remake Trials series, according to the show's RSS feed and episode titles. The show has released 378 episodes at a roughly weekly cadence since November 2018, with a median length of about 104 minutes.

Apple Podcasts lists 295 ratings with an average of 4.8, which the directory uses as its strongest signal for listener engagement. Audience figures are estimates only: the show does not publish downloads, and Starbooked estimates 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode. Listeners are likely to be adult gamers interested in narrative design and game music.

No sponsors were seen in the feed, and no funding links are listed. At an estimated rate of $40 to $200 per host-read mid-roll, a sponsor could reach a niche audience of game enthusiasts. Video game publishers, gaming accessory brands and streaming services are the most natural fit.

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

Questions about State of the Arc Podcast

How much does State of the Arc Podcast charge for a podcast sponsorship?

Starbooked estimates $40 to $200 per host-read mid-roll, based on an estimated 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode. Final pricing depends on the creator and the placement requested.

What is State of the Arc Podcast about?

It analyses storytelling techniques across video games, films, literature and music, with reactions to new releases, retrospectives and occasional original arrangements from the host.

How do I contact State of the Arc Podcast about sponsoring an episode?

The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked through Starbooked directly.

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