The Opinions
The Opinions, published by New York Times Opinion, offers commentary on news and current affairs, with analysis of politics, society and technology. The show has 320 episodes, released twice weekly, with a typical length of about 35 to 40 minutes. Estimated downloads per episode are 50,000 to 80,000 (estimated), implying a host-read rate of roughly $900 to $2,000 per episode.
Twice-weekly New York Times opinion show reaching an engaged, news-literate audience
- Published by New York Times Opinion with 320 episodes since August 2024
- Apple Podcasts rating of 4.1 from 528 ratings
- Episodes run about 35 to 40 minutes with a high production standard
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- panel discussion, interview, commentary
- Tone
- analytical, pointed
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 35 to 40 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- New York Times Opinion
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; no funding links are listed.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Recent titles cover midterm politics, military leadership and war-related commentary, which is politically charged but not explicit.
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 | www.nytimes.com/column/the-opinions |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1762898126 |
| RSS feed | feeds.simplecast.com/kphrlDnb |
Benchmark score: 91 / 100
Public rule, same for everyone. How it works.
Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| The Cringiest and Craftiest 2026 Midterm Ads | 2026-10-17 | 39 min |
| ‘The United States Is Abdicating’ | 2026-10-14 | 35 min |
| B | How Democrats Beat the Republican Money Machine | 2026-10-10 | 34 min |
| The Problem With Hegseth’s Pentagon | 2026-10-07 | 32 min |
| Cornell and the Age of Impunity | 2026-10-03 | 44 min |
| America Used to Be Cool. What Happened? | 2026-09-30 | 42 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 2 days ago, a new one about every 4 days.
You've heard the news, here's what to make of it. New episodes twice per week.
About The Opinions
The Opinions is a news and commentary podcast published by New York Times Opinion. It releases new episodes twice a week, typically running 35 to 40 minutes, and covers politics, current events and social questions, with recent episodes on the 2026 midterm elections, military leadership and artificial intelligence regulation. The feed and the publisher's listing describe the show as a weekly view on the news.
The show has 320 episodes in its feed and has been listed since August 2024. On Apple Podcasts it has 528 ratings with an average of 4.1. The feed shows no sponsor mentions, and the audience estimate of 50,000 to 80,000 downloads per episode is an estimate based on the rating count and the show's age, not published data.
The show suits brands that want to reach a news-literate, politically engaged audience through a premium publisher. At an estimated 50,000 to 80,000 downloads, a host-read mid-roll would cost roughly $900 to $2,000 per episode, according to Starbooked's rate rule.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. The Opinions can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about The Opinions
How much does The Opinions charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Starbooked estimates a host-read mid-roll at roughly $900 to $2,000 per episode, based on an estimated 50,000 to 80,000 downloads. Actual pricing is set by the show and may differ.
What is The Opinions about?
The Opinions is a New York Times Opinion podcast that offers commentary on news and current affairs, with frequent focus on politics, society and technology. It publishes twice a week.
How do I contact The Opinions about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80, and boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked. Use the unlocked address to start a sponsorship conversation with the publisher.
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