Uncuffed
Uncuffed, produced by KALW, features incarcerated student producers and professional journalists telling stories of people before, during and after California prison terms. The show has 80 episodes, released about every two weeks, typically 28 to 33 minutes long. Estimated downloads are 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, with a rate of $90 to $200 per episode for a host-read mid-roll (estimated).
Public radio prison storytelling with a loyal, engaged listener base
- Ratings of 4.9 average from 210 Apple Podcasts reviews signal strong listener approval.
- Episodes run about 29 minutes on a steady schedule, giving sponsors a predictable placement.
- Listeners engage with social-impact stories told by incarcerated producers and journalists.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- narrative, documentary, interview, seasonal series
- Tone
- reflective, earnest
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 28 to 33 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- KALW
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- Yes
Funding link 'Support the Show!' points to uncuffed.org/donate, with no sponsor mentions found in the feed.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Episodes discuss prison life and incarceration, including topics such as 'Being Accountable' and 'One Year Out'; no explicit flag is set in the feed.
We classify content, never people. No age, gender, ethnicity, religion or political views are inferred about the creator. Audience figures are estimates unless marked verified. Creators can correct anything on their profile.
Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.kalw.org |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1478192722 |
| RSS feed | publicfeeds.net/f/9928/feed-rss.xml |
Benchmark score: 68 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| S5, E6 - Pretty Things | 2026-10-07 | 36 min |
| S5, E5 - Like Father, Like Son? | 2026-09-23 | 34 min |
| Uncuffed Presents: Concrete Mama | 2026-09-09 | 1 h 3 min |
| S5, E4 - Unexpected Family | 2026-08-26 | 30 min |
| S5, E3 - Dance Dance Revolution | 2026-08-12 | 29 min |
| S5, E2 - More Than A Game | 2026-07-29 | 26 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 12 days ago, a new one about every 14 days.
Uncuffed empowers people in California prisons to tell their own stories. The award-winning collaboration between incarcerated student producers and professional journalists shines light on the human experience of people before, during, and after their prison terms. https://www.uncuffed.org
About Uncuffed
Uncuffed is a documentary podcast from KALW that empowers people in California prisons to tell their own stories. Each season is produced through a collaboration between incarcerated student producers and professional journalists, covering life before, during and after prison terms. According to the show's description and feed, it has 80 episodes and releases about every two weeks, with a median episode length of around 29 minutes.
The show is hosted through KALW and its website, uncuffed.org, which describes the project as an award-winning collaboration. Apple Podcasts lists 210 ratings with an average of 4.9 stars, and lists the release frequency as monthly. Audience figures are estimates only: the show's listeners are likely a mix of public radio followers, people interested in criminal justice, and families connected to incarceration. Sponsor activity is not visible in the feed, and the show relies on listener donations.
A sponsorship here suits brands in criminal justice, reentry, education or mission-driven causes. Estimated downloads of 2,000 to 8,000 per episode imply a host-read rate of about $90 to $200 per episode, which buys one mid-roll placement. Contact details unlock on Starbooked for $0.80.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Uncuffed can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Uncuffed
How much does Uncuffed charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Uncuffed's estimated rate is about $90 to $200 per episode for a host-read mid-roll, based on estimated downloads of 2,000 to 8,000 per episode. Actual pricing should be confirmed directly with the show.
What is Uncuffed about?
Uncuffed is a KALW documentary podcast where incarcerated student producers and professional journalists tell stories about life before, during and after California prison terms.
How do I contact Uncuffed 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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