The Stretch, from Barstool Sports, is a Chicago-focused variety talk show hosted by Eddie, Chief and White Sox Dave, covering national sports, pop culture and internet stories. It has 689 episodes with a weekly cadence and a median episode length of about 63 minutes. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode (estimated), with a rate of $90 to $625 per host-read mid-roll.
Chicago sports talk with 689 episodes and a loyal local audience
- 689 episodes since 2017 with a weekly cadence and a 4.8 Apple Podcasts rating from 2,894 ratings.
- Median episode length around 63 minutes gives room for a full host-read mid-roll.
- Chicago sports fans are a geographically concentrated, high-engagement audience for regional brands.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted banter, news commentary, interview
- Tone
- irreverent, comedic
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 50 to 65 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- Barstool SportsAmazon Music
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the description notes Amazon Music ad-free listening for Prime members only.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Feed is flagged explicit and titles include strong language such as 'NUCLEAR' and bullying references; sports and commentary tone is crude but not violent.
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.barstoolsports.com/shows/50/red-line-radio |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1210156055 |
| RSS feed | mcsorleys.barstoolsports.com/feed/red-line-radio |
Benchmark score: 98 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago Gets Embarrassed by Green Bay, White Sox Eliminated & Anthony | 2026-10-12 | 1 h 37 min |
| Chicago Bullies The New York Jets, Packers Preview + The White Sox Won | 2026-10-05 | 1 h 3 min |
| Case Keenum Gets The Bears a Huge Primetime Win + Chicago Baseball Pla | 2026-09-29 | 1 h 14 min |
| We Are NOT Freaking Out Over Caleb Williams Injury | Week 2 Recap | 2026-09-21 | 1 h 4 min |
| The Bears Offense Went NUCLEAR In Week 1 + Cubs Playoff Predictions | 2026-09-14 | 54 min |
| Big Cat's 2026 Bears Record Prediction + We Recorded a Snake Draft On | 2026-09-08 | 1 h 38 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 7 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
Variety talk show encompassing national stories in pop culture, sports, & the internet hosted by Eddie, Chief & White Sox Dave. Harnessing the dynamic of the Barstool Chicago Radio hour, three longtime coworkers and Chicago locals offer their comedic perspective on news for the common man. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen…
About The Stretch
The Stretch is a variety talk show from Barstool Sports, hosted by Eddie, Chief and White Sox Dave, that covers national sports, pop culture and internet stories with a Chicago perspective. According to the feed and the show's Barstool page, it has 689 episodes since March 2017, released on a weekly cadence with a median length of about 63 minutes. The show is flagged explicit.
Apple Podcasts lists 2,894 ratings with a 4.8 average, which suggests a sizeable, engaged listener base. Audience figures are estimates, not published numbers: roughly 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, skewing male and concentrated in the United States and the Chicago area.
No sponsors were visible in the recent feed. At an estimated $18 to $25 per 1,000 downloads, a host-read mid-roll would typically range from $90 to $625 per episode, suiting regional sports, dining and local service brands willing to accept a crude comedic tone.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. The Stretch can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about The Stretch
How much does The Stretch charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at $90 to $625 per episode. Final pricing depends on placement and the show's own terms.
What is The Stretch about?
The Stretch is a Barstool Sports variety talk show hosted by Eddie, Chief and White Sox Dave. It covers national sports, pop culture and internet news from a Chicago perspective, with comedic commentary.
How do I contact The Stretch about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked directly through Starbooked.
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