The Real Science of Sport Podcast
The Real Science of Sport Podcast, hosted by sports scientist Ross Tucker and sports journalist Mike Finch, breaks down research, myths and controversies across athletics, rugby, soccer, cycling and more. The show has 358 episodes, released about every 3.4 days, with a typical length of 75 to 80 minutes. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, with a rate of $90 to $625 per episode.
Engaged sports fans who value evidence-based analysis of elite performance
- 358 episodes since 2019, with new episodes roughly every three days
- 169 Apple Podcasts ratings averaging 4.5 stars, with 142 five-star ratings
- Episodes run about 75 minutes, giving host-read spots room to land
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Content
- Formats
- co-hosted analysis, expert interview, news recap
- Tone
- analytical, conversational
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 70 to 85 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed
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Family friendly
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | play.acast.com/s/realscienceofsport |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1461719225 |
| RSS feed | feeds.acast.com/public/shows/f3fb5c75-b943-4f5d-… |
Benchmark score: 75 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Why Did the Kona Ironman Leaders Collapse? Heat, Fuel and Failure / Ch | 2026-10-15 | 1 h 16 min |
| Should Grand Tours Be Shorter? The UCI's Future of Cycling Report / Ca | 2026-10-08 | 1 h 15 min |
| Diabetes in Exercise and Sport | 2026-10-05 | 1 h 22 min |
| Inside the Mind of Jakob Ingebrigtsen: The Guardian's Sean Ingle on Ta | 2026-10-02 | 49 min |
| Assefa's Achilles "Rupture" and a Near-Miss Marathon World Record / Vo | 2026-09-30 | 1 h 3 min |
| How Jakob Ingebrigtsen Was Beaten on the Roads / Why Sprinters Love Al | 2026-09-23 | 1 h 30 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 4 days ago, a new one about every 3 days.
World-renowned sports scientist Professor Ross Tucker and veteran sports journalist Mike Finch break down the myths, practices and controversies from the world of sport. From athletics to rugby, soccer, cycling and more, the two delve into the most recent research, unearth lessons from the pros and host exclusive interviews with some of the world's leading sporting experts. For those who love…
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About The Real Science of Sport Podcast
The Real Science of Sport Podcast is hosted by sports scientist Ross Tucker and sports journalist Mike Finch, according to the feed and the Acast show page. The show breaks down research, myths and controversies across athletics, rugby, soccer and cycling, and often features interviews with sporting experts. It has 358 episodes, released about every 3.4 days, with a median length of about 77 minutes.
The show has 169 Apple Podcasts ratings with an average of 4.5 stars, 142 of them five-star, according to Apple Podcasts data. Downloads are not published; based on ratings and show age, we estimate 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode. Listeners are likely sports fans and amateur athletes, mostly in the UK, South Africa, Australia and the US.
No sponsors are visible in the feed. A host-read mid-roll is estimated at $90 to $625 per episode, based on the estimated download range. This suits sports nutrition, recovery and running or cycling brands that want to reach 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 Real Science of Sport Podcast can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about The Real Science of Sport Podcast
How much does The Real Science of Sport Podcast charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on estimated downloads of 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at $90 to $625 per episode. Rates are estimates derived from listener estimates, not a published rate card.
What is The Real Science of Sport Podcast about?
The show, hosted by Ross Tucker and Mike Finch, examines the science and controversies in sport, including athletics, rugby, soccer and cycling, through research discussion and expert interviews.
How do I contact The Real Science of Sport Podcast about sponsoring an episode?
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