The Dispatch Podcast
The Dispatch Podcast, hosted by Steve Hayes with guests Jonah Goldberg and Megan McArdle, covers politics, policy and culture through discussion. The show has 680 episodes published roughly every 3 days, with a median length of about 73 minutes. Estimated downloads are 20,000 to 80,000 per episode, with a host-read rate of about $360 to $2,000 per episode.
A large, highly rated political analysis audience with weekly-plus episodes
- Apple Podcasts shows about 3,500 ratings with a 4.6 average, a strong signal of an engaged listener base.
- Episodes publish about every 3 days across 680 episodes, giving sustained presence.
- Discussion-led format with named commentators gives sponsors a steady, context-rich environment.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted discussion, panel discussion, interview
- Tone
- analytical, measured
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 66 to 82 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed
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Family friendly
Titles cover contested political topics such as 'Can the State Be Trusted With the Death Penalty?' and 'Why Trump Wants to Lift Russian Sanctions', but no explicit flag is set and no adult or violent content is evident.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | podcast.thedispatch.com/ |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1493229344 |
| RSS feed | feeds.megaphone.fm/DISPME9513417677 |
Benchmark score: 100 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| A Blue Wave or an Anti-Incumbent Wave? | 2026-10-16 | 1 h 15 min |
| Why Trump Wants to Lift Russian Sanctions | 2026-10-13 | 1 h 11 min |
| What Midterm Polling May Be Getting Wrong | 2026-10-09 | 1 h 19 min |
| Can the State Be Trusted With the Death Penalty? | 2026-10-06 | 1 h 13 min |
| Sen. Schmitt’s Failed Attack on Jack Smith | 2026-10-02 | 1 h 2 min |
| Can Democrats Flip a Kansas Senate Seat? | 2026-09-29 | 1 h 11 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 3 days ago, a new one about every 3 days.
Host Steve Hayes is joined by Jonah Goldberg, Megan McArdle and guests for a thoughtful discussion on politics, policy and culture.
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About The Dispatch Podcast
The Dispatch Podcast is a politics, policy and culture show hosted by Steve Hayes, with regular guests including Jonah Goldberg and Megan McArdle, according to the show's feed and the Dispatch website. The show has published 680 episodes, with a new episode roughly every three days and a median length of about 73 minutes. Recent episodes address midterm polling, foreign policy and AI regulation.
Apple Podcasts lists about 3,500 ratings with an average of 4.6 out of 5, and the show ranks in the top popularity bucket on the Podcast Index. Based on these signals, the audience is estimated at 20,000 to 80,000 downloads per episode, skewing toward adults over 35 in the United States. These figures are estimates, not published download counts.
No sponsors are named in the 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 news, subscription and policy-focused brands.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. The Dispatch Podcast can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about The Dispatch Podcast
How much does The Dispatch Podcast charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 20,000 to 80,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at roughly $360 to $2,000 per episode. Actual pricing should be confirmed with the show directly.
What is The Dispatch Podcast about?
The Dispatch Podcast is a politics, policy and culture show hosted by Steve Hayes, featuring discussion with guests such as Jonah Goldberg and Megan McArdle. It publishes about every three days.
How do I contact The Dispatch Podcast about sponsoring an episode?
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