The Ben and Emil Show
The Ben and Emil Show is hosted by Ben Cahn and Emil DeRosa, who cover the funnier side of business, politics and finance, with a licensed Wall Street trader and his skeptical best friend. The show has 184 episodes, released weekly, with a median length of about 77 minutes. Estimated downloads are 20,000 to 50,000 per episode (estimated), with a rate of $360 to $1,250 per episode for a host-read mid-roll ad. One distinctive detail is the Apple Podcasts rating of 4.9 from 1,045 ratings.
Weekly finance and politics comedy from a Wall Street trader and his best friend
- 184 episodes released weekly, giving sponsors a steady, long-running placement cadence.
- Apple Podcasts rating of 4.9 from over 1,000 ratings signals a loyal, engaged listener base.
- Topics like AI, markets and billionaire policy attract an audience with purchasing power.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted banter, debate, topical commentary
- Tone
- irreverent, analytical
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 70 to 95 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
Political commentary is central to the show (e.g. 'Should we bring back Public Executions?'), and the explicit flag is 0 but the title tone is irreverent.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/paypigspod |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1693270208 |
| RSS feed | feeds.megaphone.fm/QCD4626915194 |
Benchmark score: 100 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| BAES 174: Should we bring back Public Executions? | 2026-10-15 | 1 h 17 min |
| BAES 173: Vibe Check w/ Kyla Scanlon | 2026-10-08 | 1 h 35 min |
| BAES 172: Why Muse is such a big deal | 2026-10-01 | 1 h 7 min |
| BAES 171: Why the price of diesel is getting scary | 2026-09-24 | 1 h 13 min |
| BAES 170: Why every AI CEO suddenly wants to slow down | 2026-09-17 | 1 h 28 min |
| BAES 169: so is AGI actually here? | 2026-09-10 | 1 h 15 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 4 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
Hosted by Ben Cahn and Emil DeRosa -- a licensed Wall Street trader and his skeptical best friend -- The Ben and Emil Show highlights the funnier side of the business, political, and financial world. Ben and Emil dive deep into the hilarious underbelly of our economy. It's an insightful, hilarious, and occasionally chaotic way to learn about finance, business, and politics. Get bonus content on…
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About The Ben and Emil Show
The Ben and Emil Show is hosted by Ben Cahn, a licensed Wall Street trader, and Emil DeRosa, his skeptical best friend, according to the feed and the show's website. The show covers the funnier side of business, politics and finance, with topical episodes on markets, AI, tech companies and public policy. It has 184 episodes released weekly, with a median length of about 77 minutes.
Apple Podcasts lists a 4.9 average rating from 1,045 ratings. Listener numbers are not published; based on the rating count, we estimate 20,000 to 50,000 downloads per episode, a figure that is an estimate and not a verified count. The audience is likely concentrated in the United States and skews toward adults aged 25 to 44, also an estimate. No sponsors were seen in the feed.
A host-read mid-roll ad is estimated at $360 to $1,250 per episode based on the estimated download range. This suits fintech, investing, business software and productivity brands that want to reach a finance-curious audience.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. The Ben and Emil Show can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about The Ben and Emil Show
How much does The Ben and Emil Show charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 20,000 to 50,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll ad is estimated at $360 to $1,250 per episode. Rates are estimates and not confirmed by the hosts.
What is The Ben and Emil Show about?
The show, hosted by Ben Cahn and Emil DeRosa, covers the funnier side of business, politics and finance. Episodes are released weekly and typically run about 77 minutes.
How do I contact The Ben and Emil Show about sponsoring an episode?
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