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The Cane and Rinse videogame podcast

Podcast · caneandrinse.com · EN

Cane and Rinse is a videogame discussion podcast covering retro and modern games, from Castlevania to Titanfall 2. It has published 779 episodes with a weekly cadence and a median length of about 2 hours. Estimated downloads are 2,000 to 8,000 per episode (estimated). Rate range is $40 to $200 per episode. A distinctive detail is its long-running volume-based format.

Why brands sponsor The Cane and Rinse videogame podcast

Long-running, loyal videogame audience hearing two hour game discussions weekly

  • 779 episodes with a weekly cadence give sponsors a steady presence over time
  • Apple Podcasts rating of 4.8 from 390 ratings signals an engaged listener base
  • Two-hour episodes allow longer host-read placements without breaking the flow
Best forgame publisher awarenessgaming accessoriesretro hardware or collectibles
Watch forDownload estimates are inferred from ratings and may be well off the true figure.

Brand fit report

Content

Topics, IAB taxonomy
Video Gaming90%
Hobbies & Interests10%
Formats
co-hosted discussion, game-focused episode, interview
Tone
conversational, enthusiastic
Language
English
Production
Clean, edited audio
Typical length
about 2 hours

Audience

Commercial intent10/100
Comments asking for links, prices or where to buy
Sentiment75/100
Estimated from titles, descriptions and engagement
Est. downloads per episode2k–8k
Estimated, confidence 50%: Apple ratings count of 390 (50 to 200 band shifted for an 800-episode show with a long history, leaning to the upper band), weekly cadence, mid-tier Podcast Index popularity of 9, and no named sponsors.
Audience asks aboutWhich game is covered in the next episodeHow does a specific game hold up todayWho the guests are in interview episodes
Age
15%18-24
35%25-34
30%35-44
20%45+
Gender
25%women
75%men
Countries
🇬🇧 United Kingdom40%
🇺🇸 United States35%
Other25%
LanguagesEnglish 100%

Commercial

0%of the last 20 episodes had a sponsor
None seenno sponsor mentions in the last 20 episodes
Brands seen
None yet
Categories promoted
None yet
Affiliate links
Yes

A Patreon link is listed on the website footer, and the feed carries no sponsor mentions in the last 20 episodes.

Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability

Profanitymedium
Adultlow
Drugslow
Violencemedium
Politicslow

The feed is flagged explicit 0, but game coverage includes mature-rated titles such as Titanfall 2 and Yakuza: Dead Souls, and the website carries a statement on a former contributor.

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

Benchmark score: 88 / 100

Public rule, same for everyone. How it works.

Consistency Latest episode within the usual cadence50 / 50
Activity Episodes in the last 90 days, weekly is full marks30 / 30
Reach Estimated downloads per episode, 20k is full marks5 / 20

Recent episodes

Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 6 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.

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About The Cane and Rinse videogame podcast

Cane and Rinse is a videogame discussion podcast that covers a wide range of titles, from retro classics such as Castlevania: Circle of the Moon and Day of the Tentacle to modern releases such as Metroid Dread and Life Is Strange: True Colors. The show is published on its own website and on Apple Podcasts, with 779 episodes in the feed and a weekly cadence.

Episodes typically run about two hours, and the show also publishes interview extras and numbered volume listings. The website describes it simply as the videogame discussion podcast and links to Patreon, Bluesky, Instagram and a forum. The Apple Podcasts listing shows 390 ratings with an average of 4.8.

Listeners are estimated, not measured, and the audience skews toward adults aged 25 to 44. Estimated downloads are 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, which implies a rate of about $40 to $200 per episode for a host-read spot. No sponsors appear in the feed, so the show suits game publishers and gaming accessory brands seeking a dedicated audience.

Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. The Cane and Rinse videogame podcast can edit or remove this page at any time.

Questions about The Cane and Rinse videogame podcast

How much does Cane and Rinse charge for a podcast sponsorship?

Based on estimated downloads of 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at about $40 to $200 per episode. Exact rates depend on the show's own terms and are not published in the dossier.

What is Cane and Rinse about?

Cane and Rinse is a videogame discussion podcast covering retro and modern games. Episodes run about two hours and are published weekly, with occasional interview extras.

How do I contact Cane and Rinse about sponsoring an episode?

The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80, and boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked.

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