Tradeoffs is a health policy podcast from the nonprofit newsroom Tradeoffs, covering the cost of care, health equity, insurance, mental health and artificial intelligence. With 402 episodes published weekly since 2019, typical episodes run about 25 minutes. Estimated downloads per episode are 20,000 to 80,000, with a rate of $360 to $2,000 per host-read mid-roll ad.
Serious health policy audience weekly, suited to health-adjacent and insurance brands
- 402 episodes with a steady weekly cadence since 2019 signal a durable, back-catalog-rich show
- Apple Podcasts rating of 4.7 from 403 ratings, with 364 five-star reviews
- Median episode length of about 25 minutes gives room for a host-read mid-roll
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- interview, narrative, reporting feature
- Tone
- serious, analytical
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 20 to 30 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- Yes
The feed links to a donation page (tradeoffs.org/donate) and the site promotes a newsletter subscription, but no sponsor mentions were found in the feed.
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Family friendly
Episodes such as 'Trump's Pick to Quiet HHS Chaos Heads to the Senate' and 'A Wyoming Doctor's Fight to Keep Abortion Legal' cover politically contested health topics in a news register.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.tradeoffs.org |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1480845603 |
| RSS feed | feeds.acast.com/public/shows/170f7fea-3078-4315-… |
Benchmark score: 88 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Reimagining the Future of Health Research After Sweeping Cuts | 2026-10-15 | 21 min |
| Hidden Help: What Happened When Oregon Forced Hospitals to Boost Finan | 2026-10-08 | 32 min |
| Hidden Help: A New Push for Hospitals to Prevent Medical Debt | 2026-10-01 | 32 min |
| With Millions Expected to Lose Coverage, States Look for New Ways to P | 2026-09-30 | 23 min |
| States Weigh In on Medicaid Fraud | 2026-09-24 | 60 min |
| 911 Fails People in Mental Health Crises. Here's a Plan to Fix It. | 2026-09-17 | 19 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 4 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
Tradeoffs explores the toughest choices in health care, diving into issues like the cost of care, health equity, insurance, mental health and artificial intelligence. We connect policy to practice, uncovering the data and personal stories that help audiences understand the stakes — and the potential solutions. Learn more about us, find transcripts for each episode and additional reporting at…
About Tradeoffs
Tradeoffs is a health policy podcast produced by the nonprofit newsroom Tradeoffs, according to its website and Apple Podcasts listing. The show covers the cost of care, health equity, insurance, mental health and artificial intelligence, with reporting that connects policy to practice. Dan Gorenstein is listed as a host in the feed and on the website.
The show has published 402 episodes since September 2019 on a weekly cadence, with a median length of about 25 minutes. Apple Podcasts lists 403 ratings with an average of 4.7 stars. Estimated downloads per episode are 20,000 to 80,000, based on the ratings count and show age. This is an estimate, as podcasts do not publish download figures.
The feed shows no sponsor mentions, but the show links to a donation page and a newsletter. Based on the estimated audience, a host-read mid-roll would cost roughly $360 to $2,000 per episode. The show suits health technology, insurance and benefits brands seeking an engaged, policy-minded US audience.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Tradeoffs can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Tradeoffs
How much does Tradeoffs charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 20,000 to 80,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll would cost roughly $360 to $2,000. Exact pricing depends on the show's current availability and terms.
What is Tradeoffs about?
Tradeoffs is a weekly health policy podcast covering the cost of care, health equity, insurance, mental health and artificial intelligence. Episodes combine reporting with personal stories and policy analysis.
How do I contact Tradeoffs 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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