The Knowledge Matters Podcast
The Knowledge Matters Podcast, hosted by Natalie Wexler with co-hosts David and Meredith Liben across seasons, explores knowledge-building in education, with a recent focus on elementary and classroom history instruction. The show has 40 episodes released roughly weekly, typically about 17 minutes, though its median runs closer to 17 minutes and some full episodes exceed 20. Estimated downloads are roughly 2,000 to 8,000 per episode (estimated). Estimated rate is $40 to $200 per episode for a host-read mid-roll. One distinctive detail: the feed is a companion to a national nonprofit's advocacy campaign.
Reach American educators and school leaders in a trusted, research-led education show
- Highly rated on Apple Podcasts, with 178 ratings averaging 4.8 out of 5.
- Steady weekly cadence over three years, with episodes around 17 minutes long.
- Audience is educators, administrators, and parents interested in curriculum and literacy.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- interview, co-hosted discussion, bonus roundtable
- Tone
- thoughtful, instructive
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 15 to 20 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- Knowledge MattersStandardsWorkReading Done Right
- Categories promoted
- education curriculum review, education consulting
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the show is published by the Knowledge Matters nonprofit as its own content, and no funding links are listed.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Episode titles such as 'Massachusetts' Big Move on Elementary History' cover public policy in education, but no explicit content is flagged.
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 | knowledgematters.org/podcast |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1692843746 |
| RSS feed | rss.buzzsprout.com/2200553.rss |
Benchmark score: 17 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| History as a Connected Story | History Matters Podcast | 2026-08-18 | 21 min |
| How History Knowledge Fuels Literacy and Inquiry | History Matters Pod | 2026-08-11 | 14 min |
| Kentucky’s Big Moves in Literacy and History | History Matters Podcast | 2026-08-04 | 17 min |
| The Time for History Is Now | History Matters Podcast | 2026-07-28 | 20 min |
| Helping Students Read the World | History Matters Podcast | 2026-07-21 | 16 min |
| The Science of Learning History | History Matters Podcast | 2026-07-21 | 18 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 62 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
Join the Knowledge Matters in this thought-provoking and engaging exploration of the vital role of knowledge-building in education. Each season delves into pressing issues, innovative ideas, and transformative solutions. It’s a must-listen for educators, administrators, parents, and anyone with an interest in the evolving landscape of learning.
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About The Knowledge Matters Podcast
The Knowledge Matters Podcast is an education show that explores the role of knowledge-building in learning. Its website describes a series of seasons, including the History Matters Podcast on elementary history instruction and a season on the science of learning hosted by Dylan Wiliam, Doug Lemov and Natalie Wexler. Natalie Wexler is named as season one host and David and Meredith Liben as season two co-hosts, according to the feed and the show's website.
The feed lists 40 episodes released roughly weekly, with a median length of about 17 minutes, and the show has an Apple Podcasts rating of 4.8 from 178 ratings. Listeners are likely educators, administrators and parents, which is an estimate based on the show's subject and description rather than published data. Estimated downloads are roughly 2,000 to 8,000 per episode (estimated).
No sponsors are named in the feed. At an estimated audience, a host-read mid-roll is about $40 to $200 per episode, which buys access to an engaged education audience. The show suits education publishers, curriculum tools and teacher resource brands.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. The Knowledge Matters Podcast can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about The Knowledge Matters Podcast
How much does The Knowledge Matters Podcast charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at about $40 to $200. Final pricing is set with the show and depends on placement and length.
What is The Knowledge Matters Podcast about?
The show explores knowledge-building in education, including elementary history instruction, literacy and the science of learning. Episodes feature interviews and discussions with educators and experts.
How do I contact The Knowledge Matters Podcast 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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