The Writers Panel, hosted by Ben Blacker, is an interview podcast about television writing, production and the business of TV. It has 651 episodes since 2011, released roughly every 13 days, with a median length of about 45 minutes. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, with a rate of about $90 to $630 per episode. Its guests include showrunners and writers from major series.
Long-running interviews with the writers behind acclaimed television
- 651 episodes since 2011 build a deep archive that stays discoverable over time.
- Apple Podcasts rating of 4.6 from 747 ratings signals a committed listener base.
- Guests include showrunners and writers from major series, attracting a TV-engaged audience.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- interview, live convention panel
- Tone
- insightful, conversational
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 35 to 55 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Episode titles cover mainstream television and film productions with no explicit flags in the feed.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | benblacker.substack.com/ |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id455020248 |
| RSS feed | feeds.acast.com/public/shows/64136d56d4086100118… |
Benchmark score: 72 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Russell T. Davies (Tip Toe; Doctor Who) | 2026-10-08 | 58 min |
| Anthony King (Jury Duty Presents: Company Retreat) | 2026-08-25 | 40 min |
| Pilar Alessandra (On the Page) | 2026-07-24 | 51 min |
| Cassie Pappas (Lucky) | 2026-07-14 | 42 min |
| Ana Nogueira (Supergirl) | 2026-06-26 | 44 min |
| Christine Boylan (Avatar: The Last Airbender) | 2026-06-23 | 47 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 11 days ago, a new one about every 13 days.
The definitive insider's guide to our current golden age of television, Ben Blacker's The Writers Panel is an ever expanding anthology of live convention panels and intimate in-studio interviews with the writers, producers, and show runners responsible for all the shows you can't stop watching. Over the course of nearly 500 episodes and counting, The Writers Panel has sat across from guests such…
About The Writers Panel
The Writers Panel is a long-running interview podcast hosted by Ben Blacker, according to the show feed and its Substack page. It features conversations with writers, producers and showrunners about the art and business of television, along with recorded live convention panels. Recent guests include Russell T. Davies, Owen Dennis and Craig Brewer.
The show has 651 episodes since August 2011 and currently releases roughly every 13 days, with a typical episode length of about 45 minutes. Apple Podcasts lists 747 ratings with an average of 4.6 out of 5. The audience is estimated to be 5,000 to 25,000 listeners per episode, based on rating volume and show age, and listeners are likely TV viewers, writers and industry watchers.
No sponsors were seen in the recent feed. Based on the estimated audience, a host-read mid-roll would cost about $90 to $630 per episode. The show suits brands in streaming, screenwriting tools and education.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. The Writers Panel can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about The Writers Panel
How much does The Writers Panel charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Estimated rates are about $90 to $630 per episode for a host-read mid-roll, based on an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode. Final pricing depends on the agreed placement and package.
What is The Writers Panel about?
The Writers Panel is an interview podcast hosted by Ben Blacker covering television writing and production. Guests include showrunners and writers from major series, and the show includes live convention panels.
How do I contact The Writers Panel 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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