The OCD Stories, hosted by psychotherapist Stuart Ralph, features interviews with clinicians and first-person accounts from people living with obsessive compulsive disorder. It has 567 episodes released weekly, typically 40 to 60 minutes. Estimated 8,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode; sponsorship rate about $140 to $630 per host-read mid-roll.
Weekly OCD podcast with 8 million listens and a loyal recovery audience
- 567 episodes released weekly, with a consistent mental health focus since 2015.
- Apple Podcasts rating of 4.8 from 756 ratings, with 685 five-star reviews.
- Interviews with therapists and first-person stories create high-trust listening.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- interview, personal narrative, expert conversation
- Tone
- supportive, candid
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 40 to 60 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- NOCD
- Categories promoted
- mental health services
- Affiliate links
- Yes
The website homepage describes the podcast as made possible by NOCD, and the episode 560 description links a NOCD therapy offer, though none of the last 20 episode titles name a sponsor.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Episode titles reference sexual orientation OCD, sex, and suicidal thoughts (e.g. 'Nicole Sophia (Suicidal, Sexual Orientation...)' and 'Blakely Hunze-Austin: OCD and Sex'), warranting an adult-themes flag.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | theocdstories.com/ |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1065492988 |
| RSS feed | theocdstories.libsyn.com/rss |
Benchmark score: 86 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Saraa D. Lee: OCD, love and marriage: a shift in treatment approach (# | 2026-10-11 | 52 min |
| Dr Anthony Pinto and Dr Michael Wheaton: Obsessive Compulsive Personal | 2026-10-04 | 1 h 1 min |
| Krista Reed: Learning to be authentic in life and OCD recovery (#557) | 2026-09-27 | 60 min |
| Story: Jake Moss (existential OCD, and experiencing unethical practice | 2026-09-20 | 48 min |
| Natalia Aíza: Self-Guided Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy for | 2026-09-13 | 47 min |
| Story: Pat (religious and relationship OCD, pOCD, ERP) (#554) | 2026-09-06 | 32 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 8 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
Welcome to The OCD Stories, hosted by Stuart Ralph. The podcast has been heard over 8million times globally. Check out your first episode from our existing hundreds of episodes featuring experts, and people experiencing symptoms just like you today. If you do, you may just feel understood, heard and possibly help you identify your next step in your own personal journey to healing. Disclaimer -…
About The OCD Stories
The OCD Stories is a weekly mental health podcast hosted by psychotherapist Stuart Ralph, as described on the show's website. Each episode pairs clinicians with people living with obsessive compulsive disorder, sharing personal stories and treatment approaches. The show has released 567 episodes since December 2015, with episodes typically running 40 to 60 minutes.
Apple Podcasts lists a 4.8 average rating from 756 ratings. Listener size is estimated at 8,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, an estimate rather than a published figure. The audience is likely people with OCD, their families and clinicians, though this is inferred.
The website names NOCD as the show's sponsor. Host-read sponsorship is estimated at $140 to $630 per episode, a figure derived from the estimated download range. Mental health services and wellness brands should sponsor the show, with careful creative given its adult themes. Sources: the show feed, the 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 OCD Stories can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about The OCD Stories
How much does The OCD Stories charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 8,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at about $140 to $630 per episode. Contact the show for exact pricing.
What is The OCD Stories about?
The OCD Stories is a weekly podcast hosted by psychotherapist Stuart Ralph, featuring clinicians and people living with obsessive compulsive disorder sharing stories and treatment approaches.
How do I contact The OCD Stories about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80, and boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked. Sponsorship enquiries can also go through the show's website.
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