The Defenders, produced by Lemonada Media and hosted by Gloria Riviera, covers reproductive justice and abortion-rights ballot measures and elections. The show has 20 episodes in its feed with a roughly weekly cadence and a median length of about 37 minutes. Estimated downloads are 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, with an estimated host-read rate of $40 to $200 per episode.
Reach engaged voters during a high-stakes reproductive rights election cycle
- Listeners hear 30 to 55 minute interviews with activists, organizers, and experts on specific ballot measures
- Apple Podcasts shows 243 ratings with a 4.3 average, indicating an engaged, committed audience
- Produced by Lemonada Media with a consistent weekly release schedule and high production values
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- interview, narrative, solo monologue
- Tone
- earnest, urgent
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 30 to 55 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
The description credits Charles and Lynn Schusterman Family Philanthropies, The William and Flora Hewlett Foundation, and Levi Strauss Foundation as supporters; these are funders, not advertisers, and no funding links appear in the feed.
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The feed carries an explicit flag and the content centers on abortion and partisan electoral politics, as in 'From What's the Plan?: How Trump Is Using Fear to Win'.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.lemonadamedia.com/ |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1712930986 |
| RSS feed | feeds.megaphone.fm/LEME7292060018 |
Benchmark score: 59 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| From What's the Plan?: How Trump Is Using Fear to Win | 2026-10-12 | 1 h 3 min |
| How to Stop Losing Our Loved Ones to the Opioid Crisis | Introducing L | 2026-08-19 | 14 min |
| We Want to Hear From You! | 2024-11-14 | 1 min |
| Defending Democracy Boldy and Defiantly | 2024-10-10 | 33 min |
| Why State Supreme Courts Matter | 2024-10-03 | 38 min |
| The Power of Down Ballot Voting | 2024-09-26 | 32 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 7 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
The 2024 election is just around the corner, and the stakes are high for reproductive justice. From abortion ballot measures in Arizona and Florida, to flipping state legislatures, we’ll explore the future of reproductive freedom and what it means for our democracy. In Season Two of The Defenders, host Gloria Riviera talks to activists, organizers, and experts to equip you with everything you…
About The Defenders
The Defenders is a podcast produced by Lemonada Media and hosted by Gloria Riviera. According to the feed and the show's description, it explores reproductive justice, abortion ballot measures in states such as Arizona and Florida, and the role of state legislatures and courts in protecting abortion rights. The show has 20 feed episodes, releases roughly weekly, and typically runs 30 to 55 minutes, with some full episodes near 60 minutes.
Apple Podcasts lists 243 ratings with a 4.3 average, which suggests a committed listener base. Audience estimates are approximate, not published figures: the show likely reaches around 2,000 to 8,000 listeners per episode, skewing toward adults aged 25 and older and toward women, based on the topic and rating signals. Named supporters in the description include Charles and Lynn Schusterman Family Philanthropies, The William and Flora Hewlett Foundation, and Levi Strauss Foundation.
The feed shows no advertiser mentions. Based on the estimated audience, a host-read sponsorship would likely cost about $40 to $200 per episode. The show suits civic, advocacy, and nonprofit brands, and legal or healthcare services aimed at progressive professionals.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. The Defenders can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about The Defenders
How much does The Defenders charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll would cost roughly $40 to $200 per episode. Actual rates depend on the show's own pricing and negotiation.
What is The Defenders about?
The Defenders covers reproductive justice, abortion ballot measures, and how state legislatures and courts shape abortion rights. Host Gloria Riviera interviews activists, organizers, and experts about the 2024 elections.
How do I contact The Defenders 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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