The Ringer-Verse
The Ringer-Verse, from The Ringer, is a multi-show nerd culture feed. The Midnight Boys covers TV and fandom reactions while Button Mash covers video games. The feed has 811 episodes, updated about every two days, with median length near 95 minutes. Estimated downloads are 20,000 to 80,000 per episode, with a rate of $360 to $2,000 per episode.
Long-running nerd culture feed with a large, engaged 811-episode back catalog
- Two weekly-plus shows cover television reactions and video games, reaching fans in each category.
- Apple Podcasts shows 3,267 ratings with a 4.5 average, a strong signal of an established audience.
- Episodes publish about every two days, giving sponsors frequent placement opportunities.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted banter, instant reaction, interview, recap
- Tone
- irreverent, enthusiastic
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 60 to 120 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- The Ringer
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the publisher The Ringer is the show's own network.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
The feed carries an explicit flag, and the Midnight Boys reactions cover adult-rated TV series such as Lanterns.
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.theringer.com |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1558211702 |
| RSS feed | feeds.megaphone.fm/the-ringer-verse |
Benchmark score: 55 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Metroidvania Draft, Spooky-Season Games, and 'Street Fighter' | Button | 2026-10-15 | 2 h 21 min |
| ‘VisionQuest’ Episodes 1-2 Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys | 2026-10-14 | 1 h 18 min |
| NYCC 2026 Recap and Reactions | The Midnight Boys | 2026-10-09 | 47 min |
| Hollywood's Gaming Adaptation Feeding Frenzy, With Chris Ryan | Button | 2026-10-09 | 1 h 28 min |
| ‘Lanterns’ Season 1 Finale Instant Reactions, Plus a Talk With Chris M | 2026-10-05 | 2 h 5 min |
| ‘Star Wars: Galactic Racer,’ ‘Ace Combat 8,’ and ‘Gears of War: E-Day’ | 2026-10-02 | 1 h 40 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 4 days ago, a new one about every 2 days.
The Ringer-Verse is your go-to nexus podcast feed for all things nerd culture and fandom, featuring: 'The Midnight Boys': Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman react to the latest in fandom and share their instant reactions to the newest nerd culture releases, all while bringing the banter every week. 'Button Mash': Ben Lindbergh and company discuss the latest in the world…
About The Ringer-Verse
The Ringer-Verse is a nerd culture podcast feed from The Ringer, combining two shows: The Midnight Boys, which reacts to television and fandom news with hosts Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran and Steve Ahlman, and Button Mash, which covers video games with Ben Lindbergh and guests. The feed has 811 episodes and updates about every two days, with a median episode of roughly 95 minutes. Per the feed and Apple Podcasts, it holds 3,267 ratings with a 4.5 average.
The show's audience is estimated, not published: roughly 20,000 to 80,000 downloads per episode, skewing toward listeners aged 25 to 34 in the United States. Visible sponsors are none, as the show is produced by its own network, The Ringer.
Estimated rates run about $360 to $2,000 per host-read mid-roll placement. The feed suits video game publishers, hardware makers and entertainment brands seeking an engaged fandom audience.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. The Ringer-Verse can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about The Ringer-Verse
How much does The Ringer-Verse charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Estimated rates are about $360 to $2,000 per host-read mid-roll ad, based on an estimated 20,000 to 80,000 downloads per episode. Final pricing depends on placement and show.
What is The Ringer-Verse about?
The Ringer-Verse is a nerd culture feed from The Ringer. The Midnight Boys covers TV and fandom reactions, and Button Mash covers video games, with new episodes about every two days.
How do I contact The Ringer-Verse 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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