The Countdown is a weekly comedic film and TV podcast from hosts Paul and Wayne, who each build a countdown list and throw shade at the other's picks. The show has 170 episodes and runs about 39 minutes per episode, with a 14-day cadence in recent months. Estimated downloads are 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, implying an estimated rate of $40 to $200 per episode for a host-read mid-roll.
Weekly film and TV countdown show with a loyal 4.8-rated Apple audience
- 170 episodes with a 4.8 average rating from 159 Apple Podcasts ratings
- Long-running film and TV discussion with a consistent 14-day cadence
- Co-hosted comedic format suits host-read endorsements in the mid-roll
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted banter, countdown list, film review
- Tone
- comedic, irreverent
- Language
- English
- Production
- Home recording
- Typical length
- 25 to 90 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the dossier lists no funding links.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
The feed is flagged explicit and the titles cover R-rated horror such as '28 Years Later: The Bone Temple review' and 'Scream 7 review'.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | thecountdownpc.podbean.com |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id979577413 |
| RSS feed | thecountdownpc.podbean.com/feed.xml |
Benchmark score: 62 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| The Social Reckoning review | 2026-10-07 | 23 min |
| Digger review | 2026-09-29 | 26 min |
| Top 10 Last 10 - Post Summer Blockbuster Ed | 2026-09-15 | 1 h 35 min |
| Spider-Man: Brand New Day review | 2026-08-02 | 29 min |
| Top 10 Films of 2026 So Far | 2026-07-20 | 1 h 12 min |
| Supergirl review | 2026-07-01 | 27 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 12 days ago, a new one about every 14 days.
A weekly comedic podcast in which two friends aim to countdown every popular topic EVER from 10-1 while throwing shade at the other‘s list.
About The Countdown
The Countdown is a weekly comedic podcast in which hosts Paul and Wayne each build a top-10 countdown on popular topics and throw shade at the other's list. The feed lists 170 episodes, a median episode length of about 43 minutes, and recent episodes covering film reviews, year-end rankings and television. The show is hosted on Podbean and its Apple Podcasts listing has been live since 2015.
Apple Podcasts shows 159 ratings with a 4.8 average, with 146 five-star ratings. Listeners are estimated, not measured, to be film and TV fans aged 25 to 44, mostly in the United States, with an estimated 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode. The feed shows no sponsors, so the show appears to be independently produced.
Brands that want to reach film-focused comedy listeners could book a host-read mid-roll for an estimated $40 to $200 per episode, a range based on the estimated download band. The feed flags the show as explicit, so brands should review episode content before booking.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. The Countdown can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about The Countdown
How much does The Countdown charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at $40 to $200 per episode. Final pricing depends on the show's own terms, which are not in the public feed.
What is The Countdown about?
The Countdown is a weekly comedic podcast where Paul and Wayne build top-10 countdowns on film, TV and popular culture and tease each other's picks. Episodes include film reviews and year-end rankings.
How do I contact The Countdown about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked directly.
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