The Modern West, hosted by Melodie Edwards and produced by Wyoming Public Media and PRX, explores the evolving identity of the American West, including its history and present struggles. The show has 136 episodes, released roughly every two weeks, with a median length of about 33 minutes. Estimated downloads are 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, implying a sponsorship rate of about $40 to $200 per episode.
Public-media documentary series on the American West with a loyal, rating-heavy audience
- 136 episodes produced by Wyoming Public Media and PRX, with a 4.6 average Apple rating from 291 ratings.
- Half-hour episodes released every two weeks give sponsors a steady, long-lived presence.
- Regional listeners who value history and rural culture suit land, outdoor, and heritage brands.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- narrative, documentary, interview
- Tone
- reflective, sound-rich
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 30 to 40 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- Wyoming Public MediaPRXNPR Network
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the feed carries NPR Network and PRX artwork but no ad reads or funding links.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Episodes such as 'Living with Grizzlies' and 'Outlawland' address wildlife and frontier history; no explicit flags in the feed.
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 | themodernwest.org/ |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1019315354 |
| RSS feed | feeds.feedburner.com/themodernwest |
Benchmark score: 8 / 100
Public rule, same for everyone. How it works.
Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| They Came Back | 2026-07-23 | 33 min |
| The Westerners | 2026-07-01 | 37 min |
| Love Songs | 2026-06-17 | 39 min |
| Living with Grizzlies | 2026-06-03 | 34 min |
| Mountain Migrations Trailer | 2026-05-20 | 2 min |
| The Modern West shares: Our Uncertain Future, an off gridding podcast | 2026-04-01 | 53 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 88 days ago, a new one about every 14 days.
Exploring the evolving identity of the American West. Produced by Wyoming Public Media and PRX, The Modern West takes you on a sound-rich journey into some of America's most iconic landscapes. Guided by host Melodie Edwards' personal connection to the region, it's an unflinching look at the American West--its problematic history, its modern-day struggles and resilience, and how its present and…
About The Modern West
The Modern West is a documentary podcast exploring the evolving identity of the American West, from its problematic history to its present struggles and resilience. Hosted by Melodie Edwards and produced by Wyoming Public Media and PRX, according to the feed and the show website, it has 136 episodes released about every two weeks, with a median length near 33 minutes.
Apple Podcasts lists the show with 291 ratings and a 4.6 average, and the feed names NPR Network and PRX as affiliates. Audience figures are estimates: an audience skewing older, mostly American, and split evenly by gender is likely but not published. No sponsor mentions appear in the feed.
Estimated downloads of 2,000 to 8,000 per episode suggest a host-read rate of about $40 to $200 per episode. Brands in outdoor, western lifestyle, regional services, and conservation are the likeliest fit.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. The Modern West can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about The Modern West
How much does The Modern West charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on estimated downloads of 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at about $40 to $200 per episode. Rates are estimates from public signals, not published prices.
What is The Modern West about?
The Modern West is a documentary podcast exploring the identity, history, and present-day struggles of the American West. Hosted by Melodie Edwards, it is produced by Wyoming Public Media and PRX.
How do I contact The Modern West 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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