VERITAS, hosted by Mel Hostalrich, is an independent long-form interview show covering consciousness, UFOs, hidden history, geopolitics and suppressed knowledge. It has 933 episodes since 2008, released weekly, typically in multi-part episodes. Estimated downloads are 2,000 to 8,000 per episode, with a rate of $40 to $200 per host-read episode.
Long-running independent interview show with a loyal, research-driven audience since 2008
- 933 episodes and weekly releases show a durable, consistent publishing record.
- 197 Apple ratings averaging 4.5 stars indicate an engaged listener base.
- The show accepts no sponsors, so a host-read placement would be a rare, first-of-its-kind fit.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- interview, multi-part episodes
- Tone
- investigative, earnest
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- Not available in feed (duration data missing)
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- affiliate products, wellness products, music
- Affiliate links
- Yes
The description states 'No sponsors,' and the website lists 'Become an Affiliate' and a product store, but no sponsor mentions appear in the 20 recent episode titles.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Episode titles cover MK-Ultra, Epstein, and government secrecy, which are contested-topic themes with political and conspiracy-adjacent framing, so a human review is advised before placing sensitive brands.
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 | veritas7.com |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id412312490 |
| RSS feed | veritas7.com/vs.rss |
Benchmark score: 25 / 100
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Recent episodes
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 31 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
What if everything you were taught was designed to keep you from asking the right questions? VERITAS is one of the longest-running independent interview shows in the world -- 886+ episodes since 2008 -- going where mainstream media won't. Every week, host Mel Hostalrich sits down with researchers, whistleblowers, scientists, and eyewitnesses for deep, unfiltered conversations on consciousness,…
About VERITAS
VERITAS is an independent interview podcast hosted by Mel Hostalrich, according to the show's feed and website. It features researchers, whistleblowers, scientists and eyewitnesses discussing consciousness, UFOs, hidden history, geopolitics and suppressed knowledge. Episodes are typically released weekly and often run in two parts, with 933 episodes in the feed since December 2008.
Apple Podcasts shows 197 ratings with an average of 4.5 stars. Listener figures are not published; the estimated audience is 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, a band inferred from ratings and show age. The audience is estimated to skew male and older, and this is an estimate only.
The show states it has no sponsors, though the website promotes an affiliate program and a store. Estimated rate is $40 to $200 per host-read mid-roll, which suits direct-response, wellness and independent publishing brands willing to review sensitive content.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. VERITAS can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about VERITAS
How much does VERITAS charge for a podcast sponsorship?
VERITAS is estimated to charge $40 to $200 per host-read mid-roll episode, based on an estimated 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode. Exact pricing is set by the show and may vary.
What is VERITAS about?
VERITAS is an interview podcast hosted by Mel Hostalrich covering consciousness, UFOs, hidden history, geopolitics and suppressed knowledge, with guests including researchers, whistleblowers and scientists.
How do I contact VERITAS about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80, and boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked. Sponsorship availability is not listed in the feed.
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