The Hotshot Wake Up
The Hotshot Wake Up is a weekly wildfire podcast and newsletter made by firefighters, with a crew supervisor and former hotshot overhead among its voices. It covers wildfire operations, policy, workforce safety and fire news across the West. The show has 212 episodes, an average episode length of about 54 minutes, and an estimated 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode. Estimated host-read rate is $40 to $200 per episode.
Weekly wildfire show reaching working firefighters and fire-policy professionals
- 212 episodes with a weekly cadence and 40 to 65 minute episodes give steady exposure.
- Hosts with frontline hotshot and overhead experience make the audience highly specialized.
- A 4.0 Apple rating from 216 ratings signals a loyal listener base.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- interview, solo monologue, news roundup
- Tone
- candid, urgent
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 40 to 65 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- Yes
The description links a monthly Substack subscription that supports the content and firefighters in need.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Episodes discuss fatalities, burnovers and entrapments, and titles reference 'The Politicization Of Wildfire' and Congressional wildfire policy, so violence and political content are present in a factual context.
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
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-hotshot-wake… |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1614690223 |
| RSS feed | anchor.fm/s/8a87de00/podcast/rss |
Benchmark score: 66 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Wildfire Tech Meets Wildfire Operators: The Wildfire Technology Summit | 2026-10-10 | 1 h 1 min |
| A Conversation With Former Hotshot Superintendent, And Chair Of The Al | 2026-10-05 | 1 h 7 min |
| A Wildfire Season Debrief: Director Of The United States Wildland Fire | 2026-09-25 | 1 h 1 min |
| “The System Is Broken.” Frustrations Inside The Forest Service Boil Ov | 2026-09-10 | 41 min |
| The Politicization Of Wildfire: A Rant. Just Four Wildfires Have Cost | 2026-08-28 | 51 min |
| Congress Holds A Bipartisan Meeting On Wildfires Across The West. What | 2026-08-10 | 31 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 9 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
A podcast and newsletter by firefighters about wildfire and the world. Crew Supervisor and Ex Hotshot overhead. Call it like it is. Monthly Substack subscriptions go towards supporting this content and helping firefighters in need. https://thehotshotwakeup.substack.com/
About The Hotshot Wake Up
The Hotshot Wake Up is a weekly wildfire podcast and newsletter produced by firefighters, covering wildfire operations, policy, workforce issues and current fire activity across the western United States. Episodes mix interviews with fire leaders, such as the Director of the United States Wildland Fire Service, with solo commentary and news updates, according to the show's RSS feed and episode titles.
The show has 212 episodes released on a cadence of about one every 7.3 days, and typical episodes run between 40 and 65 minutes. The show is hosted on Anchor and is also available on Apple Podcasts, where it holds a 4.0 average rating from 216 ratings. Its website points to a monthly Substack subscription that funds the content and helps firefighters in need.
Listeners are likely wildland firefighters, fire managers and people following fire policy; these audience figures are estimates. Estimated downloads are 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, and host-read sponsorship is estimated at $40 to $200 per episode. The show suits brands selling safety, outdoor or workforce products to this audience.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. The Hotshot Wake Up can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about The Hotshot Wake Up
How much does The Hotshot Wake Up charge for a podcast sponsorship?
The estimated host-read rate is $40 to $200 per episode, based on an estimated 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode at $18 to $25 per 1,000. Final pricing depends on the sponsor and placement.
What is The Hotshot Wake Up about?
The Hotshot Wake Up covers wildfire operations, firefighter safety, fire policy and current fire activity across the western United States. It is made by firefighters and includes interviews with fire leaders.
How do I contact The Hotshot Wake Up about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked.
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