The Columbo Podcast, hosted by Gerry and Iain, is an affectionate retrospective of the classic detective show Columbo and its revival, now extended to Cosy Crime Classics. It has 144 episodes released roughly weekly, with a typical length of about 55 minutes. Estimated downloads per episode are 2,000 to 8,000, with a rate of $40 to $200 per episode for a host-read mid-roll.
A loyal, nostalgic audience of classic detective show fans, rated 4.9 on Apple Podcasts
- Apple Podcasts shows 244 ratings with an average of 4.9, with 232 of them five stars.
- 144 episodes released roughly weekly since December 2014, giving a long back catalogue.
- Episodes run about 55 minutes, long enough for a host-read mid-roll with room for a full message.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted banter, episode review
- Tone
- affectionate, informal
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 40 to 65 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
Family friendly
Episode titles and descriptions cover classic crime drama episodes involving murder and detective investigations, with no explicit flags.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | columbopodcast.com |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id947367245 |
| Spotify | open.spotify.com/show/2rwkJ8FB3laTpp10Fd7eO3 |
| RSS feed | www.columbopodcast.com/feed/podcast |
Benchmark score: 73 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Mr Monk Takes a Vacation – Monk – The Cosy Crime Classics Podcast – Ep | 2026-10-16 | 58 min |
| In Pursuit of Carol Thorne – The Rockford Files – The Cosy Crime Class | 2026-10-09 | 41 min |
| Mirror, Mirror on the Wall – Petrocelli – The Cosy Crime Classics Podc | 2026-10-02 | 49 min |
| Night Horrors – Hart to Hart – The Cosy Crime Classics Podcast – Episo | 2026-09-25 | 41 min |
| Sudden Death – Murder, She Wrote – The Cosy Crime Classics Podcast – E | 2026-09-18 | 1 h 3 min |
| Tough Guys Don’t Die – Murder, She Wrote – The Cosy Crime Classics Pod | 2026-09-11 | 1 h 2 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 3 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
An affectionate retrospective podcast looking back at the classic detective show and now looking at some Cosy Crime Classics!
About The Columbo Podcast
The Columbo Podcast is an affectionate, informal retrospective of the classic NBC and ABC detective series Columbo, and has expanded into the Cosy Crime Classics strand covering other detective shows. According to its website, the show is hosted by Gerry and Iain, with one a long-term fan of Columbo and the other a newcomer to the stories. The feed lists 144 episodes released roughly every seven days, with a median length of about 55 minutes.
Apple Podcasts lists 244 ratings with a 4.9 average, 232 of them five stars, and a listing dating back to December 2014. Listener figures are estimates: the signals suggest roughly 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode. No sponsors appear in the feed, the website, or the Apple listing.
At an estimated rate of $40 to $200 per episode for a host-read mid-roll, the show suits streaming services, mystery publishers and vintage media sellers seeking an engaged classic television audience.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. The Columbo Podcast can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about The Columbo Podcast
How much does The Columbo Podcast charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on estimated downloads of 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, host-read mid-roll rates are estimated at $40 to $200 per episode. Final pricing depends on the terms agreed with the show.
What is The Columbo Podcast about?
The show is an affectionate retrospective of the classic detective series Columbo and its revival, and has expanded into Cosy Crime Classics episodes covering other detective shows.
How do I contact The Columbo Podcast about sponsoring an episode?
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