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The In Between Podcast with Mel Barrett

Podcast · inbetweenpod.com · EN
Hosted by Mel Barrett

The In Between Podcast with Mel Barrett, from Audioboom, is an investigative narrative show by journalist and screenwriter Mel Barrett that revisits true crime cases where facts were buried or distorted. It has 281 episodes, with several released most weeks, typically 55 to 60 minutes long. Estimated downloads are roughly 5,000 to 25,000 per episode (estimated), with a host-read rate of about $90 to $620 per episode.

Why brands sponsor The In Between Podcast with Mel Barrett

Engaged true crime listeners following active trials and long-form case investigations

  • Rated 4.5 on Apple Podcasts from 177 ratings, with most ratings at five stars.
  • 281 episodes with a dedicated Patreon community paying for ad-free access.
  • Long episodes around 60 minutes give sponsors room for a full host-read.
Best forlegal services and consumer subscriptionspodcast and streaming platformsbooks and audio products for crime readers
Watch forViolent and court-focused content may not suit family or lifestyle brands.

Brand fit report

Content

Topics, IAB taxonomy
True Crime80%
Documentary10%
Society & Culture10%
Formats
solo monologue, co-hosted banter, narrative
Tone
investigative, serious
Language
English
Production
Clean, edited audio
Typical length
55 to 60 minutes

Audience

Commercial intent15/100
Comments asking for links, prices or where to buy
Sentiment60/100
Estimated from titles, descriptions and engagement
Est. downloads per episode5k–25k
Estimated, confidence 55%: 177 Apple ratings (band 5,000 to 25,000 per episode), 281 episodes, Audioboom hosting, Podcast Index popularity 4, and a show under two years old that shifts the band up.
Audience asks aboutWas the verdict in a given case fair?What new evidence has surfaced in the Pamela Smart case?How did the Farwell and Murdaugh cases unfold in court?
Age
15%18-24
35%25-34
28%35-44
22%45+
Gender
55%women
45%men
Countries
🇺🇸 United States85%
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
Yes

The description links a Patreon ad-free membership tier (Investigator Club), and no sponsor mentions were found in the feed.

Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability

Profanitymedium
Adultlow
Drugslow
Violencehigh
Politicsmedium

Titles cover murder trials and sexual assault cases (e.g. 'Faith Hedgepeth Trial', 'Brady Violations in Murdaugh'), and the content is violence-heavy.

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: 34 / 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 marks15 / 20

Recent episodes

Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 5 days ago.

There’s the official story. And then there’s the truth. The In Between is an investigative narrative podcast that digs into cases where the facts got buried, distorted, or deliberately ignored. Hosted by journalist and screenwriter Mel Barrett, each season unpacks one story that was never fully told, blending deep reporting, legal analysis, and raw personal narrative. Mel doesn’t just rehash…
The In Between Podcast with Mel Barrett's own show description from the podcast feed

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About The In Between Podcast with Mel Barrett

The In Between Podcast with Mel Barrett is an investigative narrative show hosted by journalist and screenwriter Mel Barrett, according to the show's website. Each season examines a case where the facts were buried or distorted, combining reporting, legal analysis and personal narrative. The feed lists 281 episodes, typically about an hour each, with recent releases clustered in several-per-week batches.

The show holds a 4.5 average rating from 177 ratings on Apple Podcasts. Audience size is an estimate: roughly 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, with listeners most likely American adults in the 25 to 44 range (estimated). The feed shows no sponsors, and the show's funding link is a Patreon ad-free membership.

For a host-read mid-roll, the estimated range is about $90 to $620 per episode, based on the download estimate and the $18 to $25 per 1,000 rate. This suits legal, subscription and crime-genre brands seeking an engaged audience. Source: the show's RSS feed, its website and Apple Podcasts.

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

Questions about The In Between Podcast with Mel Barrett

How much does The In Between Podcast with Mel Barrett charge for a podcast sponsorship?

Estimated host-read mid-roll rates run about $90 to $620 per episode, based on estimated downloads of 5,000 to 25,000 per episode. Final pricing depends on placement and campaign terms.

What is The In Between Podcast with Mel Barrett about?

It is an investigative narrative show by Mel Barrett that revisits true crime cases where facts were buried or distorted, mixing reporting, legal analysis and personal narrative across 281 episodes.

How do I contact The In Between Podcast with Mel Barrett 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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