The Jay Situation
The Jay Situation, published by PEW Science LLC and hosted under the name Jay, covers firearms, suppressor testing, lifting, hunting, the NFA world and adventuring. It has 325 episodes released weekly, with typical episodes running about 65 minutes. Estimated downloads are 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, implying a sponsorship rate of roughly $40 to $200 per host-read mid-roll ad. Its distinctive feature is independent suppressor testing using the Suppression Rating.
Weekly independent suppressor testing for an engaged firearms audience
- 325 weekly episodes since 2019 with a 4.7 average across 273 Apple ratings.
- Episodes average about 65 minutes, leaving room for host-read mid-roll placements.
- Coverage of suppressors, optics and rifle platforms suits gear and accessory brands.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- solo monologue, co-hosted banter, product testing review
- Tone
- technical, detailed
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 55 to 70 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the description links to pewscience.com and the feed lists no funding links.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Firearms testing and hunting content, with no explicit flag set in the feed and no profanity in the titles.
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 | pewscience.com/podcast/ |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1456441262 |
| RSS feed | feeds.transistor.fm/thejaysituation |
Benchmark score: 83 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Episode 326 - OCL Infinity 556K M4 Testing and LPM Torch 762 MK18 Tech | 2026-10-14 | 1 h 4 min |
| Episode 325 - Liberty Precision Machine Torch 762 MK18 Testing (07-OCT | 2026-10-07 | 50 min |
| Episode 324 - PTR VENT 1 300 BLK Testing Technical Performance Discuss | 2026-10-01 | 1 h 7 min |
| Episode 323 - PTR VENT 1 300 BLK Testing and Blackbird F556 Technical | 2026-09-23 | 1 h 3 min |
| Episode 322 - Blackbird Suppressors F556 MK18 Testing - Introduction ( | 2026-09-16 | 46 min |
| Episode 321 - FOR Systems MK12 Mod FOR M4 Reflex 5.56 Technical Perfor | 2026-09-10 | 1 h 3 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 5 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
Firearms, lifting, hunting, the NFA world, adventuring, technology, and all kinds of cool stuff! Check out pewscience.com for more!
About The Jay Situation
The Jay Situation is a weekly firearms podcast published by PEW Science LLC, hosted under the name Jay. It covers suppressor and firearms testing, NFA and ATF issues, hunting and outdoor adventuring. According to the feed, it has released 325 episodes since March 2019, typically about 65 minutes long.
The show is distinctive for its independent testing using the Suppression Rating and Silencer Sound Standard, as described on the show's website pewscience.com/podcast. Apple Podcasts shows 273 ratings with a 4.7 average. Listener estimates are based on these signals, with an audience skewing male and based in the United States, though these are estimates rather than reported figures.
No sponsors are named in the feed or the website sections available. Estimated downloads of 2,000 to 8,000 per episode translate to roughly $40 to $200 per host-read mid-roll ad, making it a fit for firearms accessory and outdoor gear brands.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. The Jay Situation can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about The Jay Situation
How much does The Jay Situation charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Estimated rates are about $40 to $200 per host-read mid-roll ad, based on an estimated 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode. Final pricing depends on the placement and the show's current audience data.
What is The Jay Situation about?
The Jay Situation covers firearms, suppressor testing, NFA and ATF topics, hunting, lifting and outdoor adventures. It is published weekly and typically runs about an hour per episode.
How do I contact The Jay Situation 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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