The Lorehounds, hosted by David, John and Elysia, is an independent show that analyses TV series and films, going beyond recaps to cover storytelling, lore and themes. It has 662 episodes released about every 2.5 days, typically 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours long. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode (estimated), with a rate range of $90 to $620 per episode, and listeners can join a Discord community.
Long-form TV and film analysis with a loyal, engaged community
- 662 episodes released about every 2.5 days, giving sponsors a steady slot cadence
- Apple Podcasts rating of 4.7 from 436 ratings, with 381 five-star reviews
- Covers current series such as Lanterns, House of the Dragon and Pluribus, plus a Discord community
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted discussion, episode analysis, season wrap-up, guest interview
- Tone
- enthusiastic, analytical
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the description links to a Linktree of affiliated shows and community spaces.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
No explicit flag is set and the episode titles cover mainstream TV and film series with no flagged content.
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 | redcircle.com/shows/the-lorehounds |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1629159648 |
| RSS feed | feeds.redcircle.com/89c39915-66f2-449f-8c13-4c1d… |
Benchmark score: 39 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Lanterns - Season Wrap-Up w/Elysia | 2026-10-14 | 2 h 32 min |
| Pressure (2026) - Eagle Eyes Oneshot w/Marilyn R. Pukkila | 2026-10-12 | 1 h 47 min |
| VisionQuest – Story Recap & Season Preview (w/ Comics Corner) | 2026-10-11 | 2 h 1 min |
| Lanterns - S01E08 - Dirt & Stars | 2026-10-08 | 1 h 50 min |
| Lanterns - S01E07 - Feedback | 2026-10-03 | 1 h 49 min |
| Forgotten Island (2026) – Filipino mythology & culture | 2026-10-02 | 1 h 42 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 5 days ago, a new one about every 3 days.
Welcome to the Lorehounds! We're David, John, and Elysia — proud independent podcasters who dig deep into the shows and movies you love. We go beyond recaps to explore the storytelling, the lore, the themes, and everything in between, bringing genuine passion and thoughtful analysis to every episode. Right now we're breaking down The Vampire Lestat and House of the Dragon with Ted Lasso, The…
About The Lorehounds
The Lorehounds is an independent podcast hosted by David, John and Elysia, according to the show feed and its RedCircle page. Each episode goes beyond recaps to explore storytelling, lore and themes in TV series and films, with recent coverage of Lanterns, House of the Dragon and The Vampire Lestat. The show has released 662 episodes on a cadence of about every 2.5 days, with a median length of roughly 1 hour 50 minutes.
The show holds a 4.7 average on Apple Podcasts from 436 ratings, which the Apple listing supports. Listeners are estimated to be mostly English-speaking adults, with a likely concentration in the United States, and roughly 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode (estimated, not published). No sponsors are named in the feed, so the show appears to be unsponsored so far.
Based on that estimate, a host-read mid-roll would be priced at about $90 to $620 per episode. The show suits film, streaming and fantasy-genre brands seeking an engaged, analytical audience.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. The Lorehounds can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about The Lorehounds
How much does The Lorehounds charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at roughly $90 to $620 per episode. Exact rates are set by the show and are not published in the feed.
What is The Lorehounds about?
The Lorehounds is a podcast in which David, John and Elysia analyse TV series and films, covering storytelling, lore and themes beyond simple recaps. Recent episodes cover Lanterns, House of the Dragon and The Vampire Lestat.
How do I contact The Lorehounds about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked directly.
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