That Was Pretty Scary is a horror podcast hosted by Jon Lee Brody, covering film reviews, recaps, deep dives and creator interviews. It has 193 episodes released weekly, typically 50 to 75 minutes long. Estimated downloads per episode are 5,000 to 25,000, with a rate of about $90 to $620 per host-read mid-roll.
Horror film audience, weekly episodes, rated 4.7 on Apple Podcasts
- 452 Apple Podcasts ratings with an average of 4.7 out of 5
- 193 episodes released weekly, each running about 50 to 75 minutes
- Covers new and classic horror releases, with creator interviews
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- solo monologue, interview, co-hosted banter, listener pick retrospective
- Tone
- enthusiastic, analytical
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 50 to 75 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
Feed is flagged explicit and covers horror films such as American Psycho (2000) and Blades (1989), which carry graphic violence.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | that-was-pretty-scary.simplecast.com |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1671664183 |
| RSS feed | feeds.simplecast.com/ZhdE762Q |
Benchmark score: 89 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| The Monster Squad (1987) with Special Guest Host SARAH NICKLIN | TWPS | 2026-10-14 | 1 h 12 min |
| Scream 3 (2000) | TWPS LISTENER PICK | 2026-10-07 | 59 min |
| The Silence of the Lambs (1991) | 2026-09-30 | 57 min |
| TWPS Scary Talk with BLADES (1989) creators THOMAS RONDINELLA AND WILL | 2026-09-23 | 1 h 16 min |
| Batman The Animated Series "Nothing to Fear" with writer HENRY GILROY! | 2026-09-19 | 1 h 1 min |
| TWPS Scary Talk with ARKIRA CHANTARATANANOND (The Last Kiss) | 2026-09-18 | 57 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 5 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
That Was Pretty Scary is a horror podcast hosted by Jon Lee Brody. From reviews and recaps of classic and contemporary horror to deep dive analysis and conversations with creators, JLB explores why scary movies stick with us and why they matter. NOTE TO LISTENERS: When That Was Pretty Scary first launched in 2023, it began as a joint venture between Jon Lee Brody and Freddie Prinze Jr. In 2025,…
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About That Was Pretty Scary
That Was Pretty Scary is a horror podcast hosted by Jon Lee Brody, according to the show's feed and website. Episodes combine reviews and recaps of classic and contemporary horror films, deep dive analysis, and interviews with filmmakers and creators. The show began in March 2023 as a joint venture with Freddie Prinze Jr., who left after 102 episodes, and has continued as a solo show.
The feed lists 193 episodes released weekly, typically between 50 and 75 minutes long. Apple Podcasts shows 452 ratings with an average of 4.7 out of 5. Audience size is an estimate: about 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, based on rating volume and show age. The feed shows no sponsors, so the show is best suited to brands seeking a horror-focused audience.
Estimated listeners skew toward adults aged 25 to 44 in the United States. A host-read mid-roll is estimated at about $90 to $620 per episode, based on the download estimate. Horror entertainment, streaming and genre merchandise brands 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. That Was Pretty Scary can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about That Was Pretty Scary
How much does That Was Pretty Scary charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at about $90 to $620. Exact rates should be confirmed with the show directly.
What is That Was Pretty Scary about?
It is a horror podcast hosted by Jon Lee Brody that covers film reviews, recaps, deep dive analysis and interviews with horror creators, released weekly.
How do I contact That Was Pretty Scary about sponsoring an episode?
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