The Alarmist
The Alarmist, hosted by writer and comedian Rebecca Delgado-Smith with occasional guests, examines history's great disasters and asks who is to blame. It has 687 episodes released weekly, with typical episodes of about 47 minutes. Estimated downloads per episode are 5,000 to 25,000, with a suggested rate of $90 to $625 per episode.
Engaged comedy history listeners across 687 weekly episodes
- Apple Podcasts shows 1,926 ratings averaging 4.4 stars, indicating a loyal listener base.
- Weekly releases across more than six years give a consistent sponsor slot.
- Episodes of about 47 minutes allow a host-read mid-roll with room to explain the offer.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- comedic narrative, co-hosted banter, two-part episode structure
- Tone
- humorous, informative
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 35 to 60 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- Yes
The description links a Patreon page for ad-free listening and bonus episodes, and the feed notes Acast hosting with no sponsor names in the 20 recent titles.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Episode titles cover deaths and murders such as 'Angel of Death Murders' and 'The Menendez Murders', so violence is rated medium.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.instagram.com/thealarmistpodcast/?hl=en |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1468678544 |
| RSS feed | feeds.acast.com/public/shows/f7690f61-80c5-48b0-… |
| www.instagram.com/thealarmistpodcast/ | |
| X | x.com/alarmistthe |
| TikTok | www.tiktok.com/@thealarmistpodcast |
Benchmark score: 100 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| REWIND - 1858 BRADFORD SWEETS POISONING: WHO IS TO BLAME? | 2026-10-13 | 55 min |
| The Aftermath: Puerto Rico's Taxation without Representation | 2026-10-06 | 32 min |
| PUERTO RICO'S TAXATION WITHOUT REPRESENTATION: WHO IS TO BLAME? | 2026-09-29 | 54 min |
| The Aftermath: Angel of Death Murders | 2026-09-22 | 25 min |
| ANGEL OF DEATH MURDERS: WHO IS TO BLAME? | 2026-09-15 | 57 min |
| REWIND - The Aftermath: Death of Harry Houdini | 2026-09-08 | 30 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 6 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
Who is to blame for history's greatest tragedies? The Plague. The sinking of The Titanic. The break-up of the Beatles. Writer/Comedian Rebecca Delgado-Smith, along with a special guest, scrutinizes history’s greatest disasters to figure out what went wrong, and most importantly, who’s to blame. This comedy podcast is the perfect remedy to our everyday anxiety! They say history repeats itself, not…
About The Alarmist
The Alarmist is a comedy history podcast hosted by writer and comedian Rebecca Delgado-Smith, who examines history's great disasters to determine who is to blame. According to the feed, the show publishes weekly, with 687 episodes since June 2019 and a typical length of about 47 minutes. Each case is covered across two episodes: a main investigation followed by an aftermath discussion.
Apple Podcasts lists 1,926 ratings with an average of 4.4 stars. Audience figures are estimates, not published numbers, and the show's estimated audience is 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode. The feed shows no sponsor mentions in the last 20 episodes, though the show links a Patreon page for ad-free listening.
The show suits brands seeking a comedic, history-minded audience for consumer products, subscription services or entertainment. At an estimated $90 to $625 per host-read mid-roll, it suits brands prepared to buy a single placement.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. The Alarmist can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about The Alarmist
How much does The Alarmist charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on estimated downloads of 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at $90 to $625. Rates are estimates and depend on the final booking terms.
What is The Alarmist about?
The Alarmist is a comedy podcast in which Rebecca Delgado-Smith examines history's greatest disasters and asks who is to blame. Episodes cover events such as the sinking of the Titanic and the Menendez murders.
How do I contact The Alarmist 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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