Talking Simpsons is a weekly comedy and film history podcast hosted by Bob Mackey and Henry Gilbert, with rotating guests, that explores The Simpsons chronologically, episode by episode. It has 626 episodes since 2015, released weekly, with a median length of about 2 hours 6 minutes. Estimated downloads per episode are 20,000 to 50,000, with a rate range of $360 to $1,250 per host-read mid-roll.
Weekly, long-running Simpsons companion show with a loyal, highly rated audience
- 626 episodes released weekly since 2015, with a strong back catalogue of listener engagement
- Apple Podcasts shows 1,201 ratings at an average of 4.2 stars
- Long episodes of about two hours give host-read ads substantial airtime
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted banter, guest interview, episode-by-episode analysis
- Tone
- conversational, nostalgic
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- Yes
Patreon funding link at Patreon.com/TalkingSimpsons in the feed and website field; no sponsor mentions found in the feed.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Episode titles reference a beer-related plot ('The Seven-Beer Snitch') and the show analyzes an adult animated series, but no explicit content flag is set and titles show no strong adult themes.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | Patreon.com/TalkingSimpsons |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1050103463 |
| RSS feed | talkingsimpsons.libsyn.com/rss |
Benchmark score: 100 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Talking Simpsons - Homer vs. Patty and Selma With Stephen Sajdak | 2026-10-14 | 2 h 21 min |
| Talk To The Audience?!? - September 2026 | 2026-10-07 | 2 h 6 min |
| Talking Simpsons - Don't Fear the Roofer With Drew Mackie | 2026-09-30 | 2 h 14 min |
| Talking Simpsons - Bart vs. Australia With Tom Walker | 2026-09-23 | 2 h 5 min |
| Talking Simpsons - Future-Drama With Steve Yurko | 2026-09-16 | 2 h 14 min |
| Talking Simpsons - Homie the Clown With Chris Cabin | 2026-09-09 | 2 h 19 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 5 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
Join your friends Bob Mackey and Henry Gilbert (plus a rotating roster of guests) for a chronological and cromulent exploration of the greatest show ever made!
About Talking Simpsons
Talking Simpsons is a weekly podcast hosted by Bob Mackey and Henry Gilbert, joined by a rotating roster of guests, that works through The Simpsons in chronological order. Each episode mixes co-hosted banter with interviews, and the feed lists 626 episodes since October 2015, typically running around two hours. The show is published on Libsyn and tagged under TV and film, film history and comedy interviews.
Apple Podcasts shows 1,201 ratings with an average of 4.2 out of 5, and the show is listed as updated weekly. The show's Patreon page is linked from the feed, and no sponsor mentions appear in the recent episode feed. Audience figures are estimates only: roughly 20,000 to 50,000 downloads per episode based on ratings volume, cadence and platform.
Based on that estimate, a host-read mid-roll would fall in the range of $360 to $1,250 per episode. The show suits TV streaming, collectibles and snack brands that want access to engaged comedy and animation fans.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Talking Simpsons can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Talking Simpsons
How much does Talking Simpsons charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 20,000 to 50,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at $360 to $1,250. Exact pricing should be confirmed directly with the show.
What is Talking Simpsons about?
Talking Simpsons is a weekly comedy podcast hosted by Bob Mackey and Henry Gilbert that covers The Simpsons episode by episode, in order, with guest interviews and film history context.
How do I contact Talking Simpsons 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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