The Readout Loud
The Readout Loud, published by STAT, is a weekly biotech podcast that breaks down industry news, FDA and drug development stories, and the week ahead. It has 421 episodes since March 2018, released weekly, with a median length of about 36 minutes. Estimated downloads per episode are 5,000 to 25,000, with a rate of $90 to $630 per episode for a host-read mid-roll.
Weekly biotech news for an audience following drug development and FDA policy
- Consistent weekly releases across more than 400 episodes since 2018.
- Published by STAT, a established health and science news outlet.
- Apple Podcasts rating of 4.5 from 330 ratings, with most ratings at five stars.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- news roundup, interview, co-hosted discussion
- Tone
- analytical, informed
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 30 to 45 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Episode titles cover drug trials, FDA leadership and health policy, including 'Mistrust in science and a juicy gene-editing lawsuit' and 'Whistleblower takes on health insurance and FDA commissioner candidates'; no explicit flag is set.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | soundcloud.com/readout-loud |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1354473987 |
| RSS feed | feeds.megaphone.fm/thereadoutloud |
Benchmark score: 75 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 417: Hospitals' next lucrative bet — longevity clinics | 2026-10-16 | 20 min |
| 416: NIH funding uncertainty thwarts U.S. researchers | 2026-10-08 | 34 min |
| 415: Mistrust in science and a juicy gene-editing lawsuit | 2026-10-01 | 31 min |
| The FDA's Overton era, and dispatches from Shanghai | 2026-09-24 | 30 min |
| Definium's new psychedelics data, and a reprieve for international sci | 2026-09-17 | 28 min |
| Why two promising heart drugs flopped and what's next | 2026-09-10 | 31 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 3 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
STAT’s weekly biotech podcast, breaking down the latest news, digging deep into industry goings-on, and giving you a preview of the week to come.
About The Readout Loud
The Readout Loud is a weekly biotech podcast published by STAT, the health and science news outlet. Each episode breaks down the latest industry news, digs into developments in drug development and FDA policy, and previews the week ahead. The show has released 421 episodes since March 2018, usually on a weekly schedule, with a median episode length of about 36 minutes, according to the show's RSS feed.
The podcast is hosted on Megaphone and is listed on Apple Podcasts with a 4.5 average rating from 330 ratings, as reported by Apple Podcasts. Its audience is estimated rather than measured, and based on ratings volume and show history, typical downloads per episode fall between 5,000 and 25,000. The listeners are likely to be professionals in biotech, pharmaceuticals, and health policy, though this is an estimate.
The feed shows no sponsors in the last 20 episodes. A host-read mid-roll is estimated at $90 to $630 per episode, based on the estimated download range. The show suits life science companies, recruiters and software vendors who want to reach an industry audience.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. The Readout Loud can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about The Readout Loud
How much does The Readout Loud charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll is roughly $90 to $630. Exact pricing depends on the show's own terms, so confirm directly with the show.
What is The Readout Loud about?
The Readout Loud is a weekly biotech podcast from STAT. It covers industry news, drug development, FDA and health policy, and previews the week ahead for listeners in the sector.
How do I contact The Readout Loud about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked as well.
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