The Worst Bestsellers
The Worst Bestsellers is a comedy podcast from Worst Bestsellers that reads and critiques popular books, with the tagline "We read stuff so you don't have to." The show has 308 episodes released roughly every 14 days, typically running about 90 minutes. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, with a rate of $90 to $625 per episode for a host-read mid-roll.
A long-running book comedy show with a loyal, rating-backed listener base
- Over 300 episodes since 2014 give sponsors a stable, long-running environment
- Apple Podcasts shows 575 ratings with a 4.5 average, a strong signal of engaged listeners
- Episodes average about 90 minutes, leaving room for substantial host-read ad time
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted banter, book critique, episode retrospective
- Tone
- irreverent, witty
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 80 to 100 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; no funding links are listed.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
The feed is flagged explicit and recent titles include adult-oriented books such as The Vampire Lestat and Heated Rivalry.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.frowl.org/worstbestsellers |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id922310447 |
| RSS feed | www.frowl.org/worstbestsellers/?feed=podcast |
Benchmark score: 75 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Episode 299 – Alchemised | 2026-10-12 | 1 h 45 min |
| Episode 298 – Court | 2026-09-28 | 1 h 50 min |
| Episode 297 – Verity | 2026-09-14 | 1 h 21 min |
| Episode 296 – Yesteryear | 2026-08-24 | 1 h 58 min |
| Episode 295 – Bridge to Terabithia | 2026-08-10 | 1 h 30 min |
| Episode 294 – Kristy’s Great Idea (Baby-Sitters Club #1) | 2026-07-27 | 1 h 31 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 7 days ago, a new one about every 14 days.
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About The Worst Bestsellers
The Worst Bestsellers is a long-running comedy podcast from Worst Bestsellers that reads popular books so listeners do not have to. The show's feed and website describe it as a humorous critique of bestsellers, with episodes covering recent titles and classic novels alike. Recent episodes include analyses of works such as Bridge to Terabithia and The Vampire Lestat.
The show has 308 episodes released about every 14 days, with a median running time of roughly 90 minutes. Apple Podcasts lists 575 ratings with a 4.5 average, which suggests a reasonably engaged audience. Listener figures are estimates only: 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, based on rating volume and show age.
The feed shows no visible sponsors. Estimated rates run $90 to $625 per host-read mid-roll episode spot, a fit for book publishers, reading apps and entertainment brands that want an audience of book readers and comedy fans.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. The Worst Bestsellers can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about The Worst Bestsellers
How much does The Worst Bestsellers 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 the show's own terms.
What is The Worst Bestsellers about?
The Worst Bestsellers is a comedy podcast in which hosts read and critique popular books, from recent bestsellers to classic novels, in an irreverent format.
How do I contact The Worst Bestsellers about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked through Starbooked.
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