Vibes Only is a weekly politics and culture podcast hosted by political strategist Brian Derrick and new media strategist Glennis Meagher. It covers US elections, the 2026 midterms, polling and digital strategy. The show has 95 episodes, released every Thursday, with a median length of about 39 minutes. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, with a rate of roughly $120 to $620 per episode.
Weekly US politics audience of strategists, news followers and midterm watchers
- Ratings of 206 on Apple Podcasts, averaging 4.9 stars
- Consistent weekly Thursday releases with 95 episodes since January 2024
- Hosts bring insider campaign and digital strategy credibility
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted banter, news commentary, interview
- Tone
- witty, analytical
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 35 to 45 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed. The funding links list is empty.
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Family friendly
Explicit flag is 0 and episode titles cover elections and policy without graphic content; political content is central to the show.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.vibesonlythepodcast.com |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1721382033 |
| RSS feed | rss.buzzsprout.com/2261084.rss |
| www.instagram.com/brianderrick_/ |
Benchmark score: 84 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Can Amy Acton Flip Ohio? Inside an Ohio State Tailgate | 2026-10-15 | 41 min |
| The Minority Report: Are the Polls Missing Trump Voters? | 2026-10-08 | 40 min |
| Eric Schmitt Mixed Up the Hawks and the Hawkeyes | 2026-10-01 | 42 min |
| What Would Lina Khan Do? Stop the Monopolies Lina Khan! | 2026-09-24 | 38 min |
| "Heavens, No": The Lawmakers Regulating AI Without Using It | 2026-09-17 | 42 min |
| Rockbridge in Dallas: Inside JD Vance's 2028 Donor Network | 2026-09-10 | 21 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 4 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
The polls are broken, the stakes are unprecedented, and vibes drive the future of American politics. Every Thursday, political strategist Brian Derrick (founder of Oath) and new media strategist Glennis Meagher (co-founder of Generator Collective) break down the biggest stories in American politics, elections, and culture . This isn't your standard cable news commentary. Get an insider's look at…
About Vibes Only
Vibes Only is a weekly podcast hosted by political strategist Brian Derrick and new media strategist Glennis Meagher, according to the show's website. Each Thursday the two break down American politics, elections and culture, with recent episodes covering the 2026 midterms and campaign strategy. The show has 95 episodes, a median run time of about 39 minutes, and is hosted on Buzzsprout.
Apple Podcasts lists 206 ratings with an average of 4.9 stars. Listeners are estimated, not measured, and likely include US politics followers and campaign professionals. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode.
The feed and Apple listing show no sponsors. Based on the estimate, a host-read mid-roll would cost about $120 to $620 per episode, which suits political tools, media and digital advertising brands.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Vibes Only can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Vibes Only
How much does Vibes Only charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll is roughly $120 to $620 per episode. Exact rates depend on the show's terms.
What is Vibes Only about?
Vibes Only is a weekly podcast where political strategists Brian Derrick and Glennis Meagher discuss US elections, the 2026 midterms, polling and political culture every Thursday.
How do I contact Vibes Only about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80, and boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked.
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