They Disappeared is a true-crime show hosted by Pat Draven that examines unsolved missing persons cases through interviews, expert analysis and investigation timelines. It has 92 episodes, released roughly every two weeks, with a median length of about 14 minutes. Estimated downloads per episode are 5,000 to 25,000 (estimated), a rate of about $90 to $620 per episode, and it carries a distinctive focus on lesser-known cases such as Frederick Valentich.
Reach true-crime listeners through a long-running missing persons series with a loyal following
- 92 episodes since December 2019 give a deep back catalogue that keeps earning listens.
- Apple Podcasts shows 285 ratings averaging 4.2 out of 5, a sign of an engaged audience.
- Episodes run around 14 minutes, a tight format that suits a short host-read spot.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- narrative, interview, expert analysis
- Tone
- serious, suspenseful
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 10 to 25 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
Episode titles cover disappearances, abductions and a frozen body ("THEY DISAPPEARED: The Frozen Body"), so violence themes are present though not graphic in titles.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.theydisappearedpodcast.com |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1492460415 |
| RSS feed | anchor.fm/s/11610c40/podcast/rss |
Benchmark score: 14 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Buried Secrets - The Disappearance of Robert Byrne | 2026-09-21 | 23 min |
| THEY DISAPPEARED: The Frozen Body | 2026-07-28 | 14 min |
| Vanishing Minds: The Death and Disappearances of American Scientists | 2026-04-29 | 23 min |
| THEY DISAPPEARED: The Disappearance of Donnie Farris | 2026-04-23 | 22 min |
| THEY DISAPPEARED: What happened to Mark Himebaugh? Pt 2 | 2026-04-08 | 28 min |
| THEY DISAPPEARED: What happened to Mark Himebaugh? Pt. 1 | 2026-03-25 | 12 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 28 days ago, a new one about every 15 days.
They Disappeared is a gripping true-crime podcast that delves deep into the unsolved mysteries of missing persons. In each episode, we examine the final moments of someone who disappeared without a trace—who they were with, what they were doing, and the investigation that followed. Through interviews, expert analysis, and a close look at the twists and turns of each case, we shine a light on the…
About THEY DISAPPEARED
They Disappeared is a true-crime podcast hosted by Pat Draven that examines unsolved missing persons cases. Each episode looks at the final moments of a person who vanished, who they were with, and the investigation that followed, combining interviews and expert analysis. The show has 92 episodes released roughly every two weeks since December 2019, with a median episode length of about 14 minutes. It is hosted on Anchor and has a 4.2 average on Apple Podcasts from 285 ratings, according to the feed and Apple Podcasts.
Listeners are estimated, not measured, to number 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, based on the Apple rating count and show age. The audience is estimated to skew toward adults aged 25 to 44 in the United States. No sponsors appear in the feed, so the show's advertising history is unknown. Based on the estimated audience, a host-read mid-roll would be priced at about $90 to $620 per episode.
This show suits brands in streaming, mystery media and awareness campaigns that want a serious, engaged crime audience. Brands should review placements carefully given the subject matter.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. THEY DISAPPEARED can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about THEY DISAPPEARED
How much does They Disappeared charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll would cost about $90 to $620 per episode. Rates are estimates and not confirmed by the host.
What is They Disappeared about?
They Disappeared is a true-crime podcast hosted by Pat Draven that examines unsolved missing persons cases through interviews, expert analysis and investigation timelines.
How do I contact They Disappeared about sponsoring an episode?
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