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The Dating Detectives

Hosted by Mackenzie Fultz, Hanna Anderson

The Dating Detectives, published by Dear Media, is hosted by private investigator Mackenzie Fultz and comedian Hanna Anderson. Each episode examines scammers, cheaters and manipulators met through dating apps and relationships, with a focus on red flags. The show has 179 episodes released weekly, typically about 70 minutes long. Estimated downloads are 20,000 to 80,000 per episode, implying a rate of roughly $360 to $2,000 per host-read mid-roll.

Why brands sponsor The Dating Detectives

Engaged true crime and dating listeners in a weekly, highly rated comedy investigation show

  • 3,274 Apple Podcasts ratings with a 4.7 average signal a loyal, engaged audience
  • Weekly releases across 179 episodes build a steady, predictable listening routine
  • Hosts blend investigation with comedy, giving sponsors a conversational, trusted read
Best fordating apps and relationship servicessecurity and identity protection products
Watch forDark themes of fraud and manipulation may not suit every brand's tone.

Brand fit report

Content

Topics, IAB taxonomy
True Crime60%
Dating30%
Comedy10%
Formats
co-hosted banter, narrative, multi-part serial
Tone
humorous, investigative
Language
English
Production
Studio production
Typical length
60 to 90 minutes

Audience

Commercial intent25/100
Comments asking for links, prices or where to buy
Sentiment80/100
Estimated from titles, descriptions and engagement
Est. downloads per episode20k–80k
Estimated, confidence 60%: Apple Podcasts shows 3,274 ratings, which maps to the 20,000 to 80,000 band; the show is under two years of rating accumulation age relative to its feed history, and the Podcast Index popularity of 9 supports the upper part of the range.
Audience asks aboutHow to spot a scammer on dating appsWhat happened in the featured con caseWhich red flags signal a manipulative partner
Age
25%18-24
40%25-34
20%35-44
15%45+
Gender
60%women
40%men
Countries
🇺🇸 United States80%
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
No

No sponsor mentions found in the feed

Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability

Profanitymedium
Adultmedium
Drugslow
Violencemedium
Politicslow

Titles such as 'The Trauma Bond' and 'Mom vs. Dogfish' and the true crime framing on fraud and manipulation suggest mature themes, though the feed carries no explicit flag.

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: 100 / 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 marks20 / 20

Recent episodes

EpisodeDateLength
The Secret Engagement: Part 12026-10-1256 min
The College Con2026-10-051 h 1 min
A Dose of Deception2026-09-2854 min
Mackenzie Undercover: Taking out the Trash2026-09-211 h 5 min
The Case of the Missing Paychecks2026-09-141 h 40 min
The Fake Fiancé2026-09-071 h 23 min

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

Join professional Private Investigator Mackenzie Fultz and Comedian Hanna Anderson each week as they delve deep into the stories of the liars, cheaters, and con-men who have left a trail of broken hearts and shattered trust in the dating world. We'll uncover the lies, scams and manipulations of these con artists, as we shine a light on the red flags to look out for in the wild west of the dating…
The Dating Detectives's own show description from the podcast feed

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About The Dating Detectives

The Dating Detectives is a weekly podcast published by Dear Media and hosted by private investigator Mackenzie Fultz and comedian Hanna Anderson, according to the show's Art19 page and feed. Each episode digs into the stories of cheaters, liars and con artists in dating, with a focus on the red flags listeners should recognize on dating apps. The feed lists 179 episodes with a median length of about 70 minutes.

Apple Podcasts shows 3,274 ratings with a 4.7 average and a weekly update schedule. Audience figures are estimates only: the show does not publish downloads, and based on the ratings count we estimate 20,000 to 80,000 downloads per episode, with an audience skewing toward listeners aged 25 to 34 and toward women. No sponsors are visible in the recent feed.

At an estimated $18 to $25 per 1,000 downloads, a host-read mid-roll would cost roughly $360 to $2,000 per episode. The show suits dating, relationship and identity protection brands looking for an engaged true crime audience.

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

Questions about The Dating Detectives

How much does The Dating Detectives charge for a podcast sponsorship?

Based on estimated downloads of 20,000 to 80,000 per episode, a host-read mid-roll would cost roughly $360 to $2,000 per episode at $18 to $25 per 1,000 downloads. Final pricing depends on placement and negotiation with the show.

What is The Dating Detectives about?

The Dating Detectives is a weekly true crime and comedy podcast hosted by private investigator Mackenzie Fultz and comedian Hanna Anderson. It examines liars, cheaters and con artists in the dating world and highlights red flags to watch for.

How do I contact The Dating Detectives 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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