This American President, hosted by Richard Lim and produced by Michael Neal, tells long form stories and interviews about U.S. presidents and their legacies. The show has 195 episodes released about every 14 days, with a median episode length near 52 minutes. Estimated downloads are 2,000 to 8,000 per episode (estimated), a rate of roughly $40 to $200 per episode. Its distinctive detail is a recurring focus on first ladies and presidential speechwriters.
Long form presidential history with a 785-rating Apple audience
- 195 episodes of interview and narrative history on U.S. presidents, released about every two weeks
- Median episode runs about 52 minutes, leaving room for a host-read mid-roll
- Apple Podcasts rating of 4.5 across 785 ratings, with 629 five-star reviews
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- interview, narrative, solo monologue
- Tone
- scholarly, engaging
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 40 to 60 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
Episodes cover presidential decisions including the episode 'Trump Bombs Iran: The Presidential Decisions That Led to This Moment' and 'At the Brink: Presidents, Nuclear Weapons, and the Fate of the World', which reference war and nuclear risk; the feed carries no explicit flag.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | thisamericanpresident.com/ |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1223767856 |
| RSS feed | www.omnycontent.com/d/playlist/5e27a451-e6e6-4c5… |
Benchmark score: 80 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| The Presidentess: How Julia Tyler Wielded the Power of a First Lady | 2026-10-06 | 45 min |
| Did Abraham Lincoln Have a Speechwriter? The Untold Story of John Hay | 2026-09-22 | 37 min |
| What It Was Like Working for Lyndon B. Johnson, with Tom Johnson | 2026-09-08 | 58 min |
| George Washington and the Road to One Nation, with Brady Crytzer | 2026-08-25 | 50 min |
| Inside The Brink of War: Reagan, Gorbachev, and the Summit That Change | 2026-08-11 | 55 min |
| America at 250: Rediscovering the Revolution, with Eric Metaxas | 2026-07-21 | 57 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 13 days ago, a new one about every 14 days.
This American President delves into the lives and legacies of U.S. presidents through long form stories and interviews. It will challenge the way you look at American history. Hosted by Richard Lim and produced by Michael Neal. Art by NipRogers.com.
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About This American President
This American President is a history podcast hosted by Richard Lim and produced by Michael Neal, according to the show's feed. It presents long form stories and interviews about U.S. presidents, first ladies and the presidency, with episodes released about every 14 days and a median length of roughly 52 minutes. The feed lists 195 episodes, and the show's Apple Podcasts page shows a 4.5 average from 785 ratings.
The show's audience is estimated rather than measured. Based on the Apple rating count and cadence, a typical episode is estimated to reach 2,000 to 8,000 downloads. The feed shows no sponsor mentions, so no brand relationships are visible in the data.
Estimated rates are $40 to $200 per host-read mid-roll, depending on the audience estimate. The show suits history-focused publishers, education brands and civic campaigns seeking a listener who follows presidential history.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. This American President can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about This American President
How much does This American President charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Starbooked estimates $40 to $200 per host-read mid-roll ad, based on an estimated 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode. Final pricing should be confirmed with the show directly.
What is This American President about?
This American President covers the lives and legacies of U.S. presidents through long form stories and interviews. Recent episodes include guests discussing first ladies, presidential speechwriters and Cold War summits.
How do I contact This American President about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked directly.
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