The Bechdel Cast
The Bechdel Cast, hosted by Caitlin Durante and Jamie Loftus, examines how women are portrayed in films through episode-by-episode reviews and guest conversations. The show has 517 episodes with a weekly cadence and a median length of about 100 minutes. Estimated downloads are 20,000 to 80,000 per episode (estimated), with a rate range of $360 to $2,000 per episode.
A long-running film criticism show with a loyal, engaged audience of over 3,000 ratings
- 517 episodes since December 2016 with a weekly release schedule
- Apple Podcasts average rating of 4.6 from 3,193 ratings
- Episodes average about 100 minutes, giving sponsors a long host-read window
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted banter, guest interview, reviews
- Tone
- irreverent, analytical
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 90 to 120 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed. The description and titles name guests and a tour announcement, not sponsors.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
The feed carries the explicit flag (explicit=1), and titles reference films with adult or violent themes such as Brokeback Mountain and Pin (1988).
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 | www.iheart.com/podcast/105-the-bechdel-cast-3008… |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1180733925 |
| RSS feed | www.omnycontent.com/d/playlist/e73c998e-6e60-432… |
Benchmark score: 100 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| La Llorona (2019) with Vanessa Guerrero | 2026-10-15 | 1 h 16 min |
| I, Frankenstein | 2026-10-08 | 1 h 28 min |
| White Chicks with Taylor Garron | 2026-10-01 | 1 h 40 min |
| Babe: Pig in the City with James Stout | 2026-09-24 | 1 h 41 min |
| One Battle After Another with Jess, the PrideBrarian | 2026-09-17 | 2 h 1 min |
| Hedwig and the Angry Inch with Mia Schachter | 2026-09-10 | 1 h 28 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 4 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
The Bechdel Cast is a podcast about the portrayal of women in movies hosted by Caitlin Durante and Jamie Loftus.
About The Bechdel Cast
The Bechdel Cast is a film criticism podcast hosted by Caitlin Durante and Jamie Loftus, as described in the show's feed. Each episode revisits how women are portrayed in a movie, usually with a guest, and the show has released 517 episodes since December 2016 on a weekly schedule. Median episode length is about 100 minutes, according to the feed metrics.
The show is published by iHeartPodcasts and carries an average Apple Podcasts rating of 4.6 from 3,193 ratings. Listeners are estimated, not measured, and the show's age and rating count suggest a core audience in the 25 to 44 range, mostly in the United States. No sponsor mentions appear in the feed.
Estimated downloads are 20,000 to 80,000 per episode, which implies a host-read mid-roll rate of about $360 to $2,000 per episode. The show suits film, streaming and media brands willing to accept explicit content.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. The Bechdel Cast can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about The Bechdel Cast
How much does The Bechdel Cast charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on estimated downloads of 20,000 to 80,000 per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at about $360 to $2,000 per episode. Final pricing depends on the sponsor's terms and the show's current rate.
What is The Bechdel Cast about?
The Bechdel Cast is a film criticism podcast hosted by Caitlin Durante and Jamie Loftus. Each episode examines how women are portrayed in a movie, often with a guest, and has run weekly since 2016.
How do I contact The Bechdel Cast about sponsoring an episode?
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