Talking Metal, hosted by Mark Strigl, covers hard rock and metal through interviews with musicians and discussion of the genre's history. The show has 805 episodes since 2006 on a weekly cadence, with a typical length of about 35 minutes. Estimated downloads are roughly 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, with a host-read rate of about $90 to $620 per episode.
Long-running metal interview show with an 18-year archive and loyal rock listeners
- 805 episodes since 2006 with a weekly release schedule
- Interviews with members of Motley Crue, Iron Maiden, Black Sabbath and Slayer
- Apple Podcasts rating of 4.5 from 249 ratings
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- interview, co-hosted banter, solo monologue
- Tone
- conversational, knowledgeable
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 20 to 40 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- Yes
Bonus content is funded through Patreon, as stated in the description.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Marked explicit 0 in the feed, but hard rock and metal interviews commonly include strong language; no specific episode flagged.
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 | art19.com/shows/talking-metal |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id78833595 |
| RSS feed | rss.art19.com/talking-metal |
Benchmark score: 78 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| TM 1011Vinny Cormier of Crazy Train: America’s Authentic Ozzy Experien | 2026-10-13 | 36 min |
| TM 1010 - Geoff Tate & Faster Pussycat Guitarist - Kieran Robertson | 2026-10-08 | 24 min |
| TM 1009 - Don Jamieson and thoughts on AC/DC | 2026-10-05 | 32 min |
| TM 1008 Europe drummer Ian Haugland | 2026-09-22 | 36 min |
| TM 1007 Mark Strigl and Victor Ruiz hang out and talk about music. Is | 2026-09-15 | 20 min |
| TM 1006 Craig Pepe from Babylon A.D. | 2026-09-08 | 45 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 6 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
One of the longest running podcasts. We talk about hard rock and metal. Hosted and produced by Mark Strigl. Guests have included members of Motley Crue, Iron Maiden, Black Sabbath, Slayer, Exodus, System Of A Down, Motorhead, Kiss, Megadeth, Korn and many more. Established in 2005 by Mark Strigl and John "Ostronomy" Ostrosky. Please visit MarkStrigl.net for more info. Bonus content by Mark Strigl…
About Talking Metal
Talking Metal is a hard rock and metal podcast hosted by Mark Strigl, who also produces the show. According to the feed and the show's listing, it features interviews with musicians and discussion of the genre, with guests including members of Motley Crue, Iron Maiden, Black Sabbath and Slayer. The show has released 805 episodes since 2006 on a weekly cadence, with typical episodes running about 35 minutes.
Apple Podcasts lists the show with a 4.5 average from 249 ratings. Listener numbers are not published; based on ratings and the show's age, we estimate roughly 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, and the audience is likely to skew toward long-time rock and metal fans. No sponsors were named in the feed, and bonus content is funded through Patreon.
Brands interested in sponsoring the show can expect an estimated rate of about $90 to $620 per host-read mid-roll ad, depending on audience size. This suits music gear, festival and rock merchandise brands seeking a dedicated metal audience.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Talking Metal can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Talking Metal
How much does Talking Metal charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll ad is estimated at about $90 to $620. Exact pricing is set by the show and should be confirmed directly.
What is Talking Metal about?
Talking Metal is a hard rock and metal podcast hosted by Mark Strigl. It features interviews with musicians and discussion of the genre, with 805 episodes released since 2006.
How do I contact Talking Metal 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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