The Card Is Going To Change
The Card Is Going To Change, hosted by John Thorne and Chris Bryan of Absolute Intense Wrestling with Steve Guy, covers the business of running an independent pro wrestling promotion. The show has 383 episodes, released about every 20 days, with a median length of roughly 81 minutes. Estimated downloads per episode are 2,000 to 8,000, a rate of $40 to $200 per mid-roll host-read spot.
Candid inside look at running an independent wrestling promotion
- Hosts are the promoters themselves, speaking directly about operating AIW
- Apple Podcasts rating of 4.9 from 187 ratings signals a loyal listener base
- Episodes run about 80 minutes, giving sponsors room for a host-read spot
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted interview, behind-the-scenes discussion, event preview
- Tone
- candid, detailed
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 55 to 100 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
The feed carries the explicit flag and wrestling-industry discussion of conflict and controversy, with no adult subject matter in the titles.
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.aiwrestling.com |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1120492413 |
| RSS feed | aiwrestling.libsyn.com/rss |
Benchmark score: 58 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Pat Tanaka Has Still Not Arrived -EP346 | 2026-10-01 | 1 h 23 min |
| The Syxxth Sense Preview-EP345 | 2026-09-10 | 1 h 43 min |
| Absolution 19 Preview -EP344 | 2026-07-09 | 1 h 21 min |
| Weekend At Pally's Preview -EP343 | 2026-06-16 | 59 min |
| AIW "21" Preview -EP342 | 2026-05-14 | 1 h 10 min |
| Gauntlet For The Gold 19 Preview -EP341 | 2026-03-18 | 1 h 10 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 18 days ago, a new one about every 21 days.
An unprecedented honest look inside the world of Independent professional wrestling as the promoters of Absolute Intense Wrestling John Thorne and Chris "Chandler Biggins" Bryan join Steve Guy to discuss the trials and tribulations of operating a independent professional wrestling company in the modern era.
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About The Card Is Going To Change
The Card Is Going To Change is a podcast in which John Thorne and Chris Bryan, promoters of Absolute Intense Wrestling, join Steve Guy to discuss running an independent professional wrestling company. Episodes cover event previews, reviews and the business behind the promotion, according to the show's description in the RSS feed.
The show has published 383 episodes since June 2016 and currently updates about every 20 days, with a median episode length of roughly 81 minutes. Apple Podcasts lists a 4.9 average rating from 187 ratings, which the directory uses as its main audience signal.
Based on that rating volume and the show's age, the listener base is estimated at 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, with a suggested mid-roll host-read rate of $40 to $200 per episode. No sponsors were visible in the feed. Brands in wrestling merchandise, ticketing and live event services would be the natural fit, according to the show's Libsyn feed and Apple Podcasts listing.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. The Card Is Going To Change can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about The Card Is Going To Change
How much does The Card Is Going To Change charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Estimated rates are $40 to $200 per mid-roll host-read spot, based on an estimated 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode. Final pricing depends on placement and campaign length.
What is The Card Is Going To Change about?
The show features the promoters of Absolute Intense Wrestling discussing the business and operations of running an independent wrestling company, along with event previews and reviews.
How do I contact The Card Is Going To Change about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked through Starbooked.
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