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The Truth is an episodic fiction podcast from The Truth, producing short, cinematic audio stories with new casts and worlds in each episode. It has 195 episodes released about every 14 days, with a median length near 32 minutes. Estimated downloads per episode are 20,000 to 80,000 (estimated), implying roughly $360 to $2,000 per host-read mid-roll ad.

Why brands sponsor The Truth

Cinematic fiction with 3,693 Apple ratings and a 4.7 average

  • Each episode is a standalone story with a new cast, lowering the chance of listener fatigue.
  • Roughly 32-minute episodes give a sponsor a full-length mid-roll with listeners who choose to listen closely.
  • Apple Podcasts shows 4.7 average from 3,693 ratings, with 3,070 five-star ratings.
Best forBrand awareness campaignsHeadphone and audio gear launchesStreaming or entertainment releases
Watch forStories include suspenseful and darker themes, so brand fit needs checking per episode.

Brand fit report

Content

Topics, IAB taxonomy
Fiction100%
Arts & Entertainment0%
Formats
narrative, scripted drama, anthology
Tone
suspenseful, immersive
Language
English
Production
Studio production
Typical length
27 to 45 minutes

Audience

Commercial intent5/100
Comments asking for links, prices or where to buy
Sentiment85/100
Estimated from titles, descriptions and engagement
Est. downloads per episode20k–80k
Estimated, confidence 60%: Apple ratings_count of 3,693 maps to the 1,000 to 5,000 band, the show is over five years old, and the Podcast Index popularity is 9 of 9, with a 14-day cadence and no named sponsors.
Audience asks aboutWhich episode should a new listener start withWhen the next story is releasedWhether the cast and characters change each episode
Age
20%18-24
30%25-34
25%35-44
25%45+
Gender
50%women
50%men
Countries
🇺🇸 United States60%
🇬🇧 United Kingdom10%
🇨🇦 Canada8%
LanguagesEnglish 100%

Commercial

0%of the last 20 episodes had a sponsor
None seenno sponsor mentions in the last 20 episodes
Brands seen
None yet
Categories promoted
None yet
Affiliate links
No

No sponsor mentions found in the feed

Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability

Profanitylow
Adultlow
Drugslow
Violencemedium
Politicslow

Explicit flag is 0, but titles such as 'Silvia's Blood' and 'Blood Memory' in the dossier suggest darker, violent or suspenseful themes in some stories.

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

Benchmark score: 82 / 100

Public rule, same for everyone. How it works.

Consistency Latest episode within the usual cadence50 / 50
Activity Episodes in the last 90 days, weekly is full marks12 / 30
Reach Estimated downloads per episode, 20k is full marks20 / 20

Recent episodes

EpisodeDateLength
A Noble Beast2026-10-0832 min
Okay, New Plan2026-09-2430 min
The Back Row2026-09-1028 min
Higgenbaum's Mitzvah2026-08-2036 min
BONUS: Inside "Do-Over"2026-07-3024 min
Remembering Tom Ligon2026-07-1636 min

Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 11 days ago, a new one about every 14 days.

The Truth makes short, cinematic stories meant to be listened to closely, like short films for your ears. Each episode is a brand new story with a new cast of characters, and a whole new world to explore. Some are suspenseful, others funny, or shocking, or uplifting. What you’re guaranteed is incredible performances, thoughtful writing, and detailed, immersive sound design that pulls you in and…
The Truth's own show description from the podcast feed

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About The Truth

The Truth is an episodic fiction podcast that produces short, cinematic stories designed for close listening, described on its website as short films for the ears. Each episode is a new story with a fresh cast and world, ranging from suspenseful to funny, shocking or uplifting, according to the show description in the feed. The show has released 195 episodes since 2012 and currently publishes roughly every 14 days, with a median episode length of about 32 minutes.

Apple Podcasts lists a 4.7 average rating from 3,693 ratings, with 3,070 five-star ratings. The show's audience is estimated, not reported: our estimate is 20,000 to 80,000 downloads per episode based on the rating count and show age, and listeners are likely adults who enjoy audio drama and headphone listening.

No sponsors appear in the feed or the description. A host-read mid-roll at estimated rates would cost roughly $360 to $2,000 per episode, suited to headphone brands, streaming launches and brand-awareness campaigns from advertisers comfortable with darker fiction themes.

Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. The Truth can edit or remove this page at any time.

Questions about The Truth

How much does The Truth charge for a podcast sponsorship?

Based on an estimated 20,000 to 80,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll would be priced at roughly $360 to $2,000 per episode. The show has no published rate card, so actual pricing depends on negotiation.

What is The Truth about?

The Truth is an episodic fiction podcast of short, cinematic audio stories, each with a new cast and world. Episodes range from suspenseful to funny and uplifting, and the show has released 195 episodes since 2012.

How do I contact The Truth about sponsoring an episode?

The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked through Starbooked directly.

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