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Was I in a Cult?

Podcast · sites.libsyn.com/617905 · EN
Hosted by Tyler Measom, Liz Iacuzzi

Was I in a Cult? is hosted by Tyler Measom and Liz Iacuzzi, a documentary-style show where survivors tell first-hand stories of leaving cults. The show has 169 episodes, released weekly, typically 50 to 80 minutes long. Estimated downloads are 20,000 to 80,000 per episode, with an estimated rate of $360 to $2,000 per mid-roll host-read.

Why brands sponsor Was I in a Cult?

Weekly survivor stories with a loyal, highly rated true crime audience

  • 3,339 Apple ratings with a 4.5 average signal an engaged listener base.
  • 169 episodes released weekly, giving sustained placement over many months.
  • Survivor-led storytelling makes host-read mid-rolls feel credible rather than interruptive.
Best forbrand awareness campaignstherapy, wellness, and education servicesbook and documentary promotions
Watch forExplicit content and heavy subject matter may not suit family-oriented or conservative brands.

Brand fit report

Content

Topics, IAB taxonomy
Religion & Spirituality55%
True Crime25%
Society & Culture15%
Comedy & Humor5%
Formats
narrative, first-hand survivor account, two-host commentary
Tone
irreverent, empathetic
Language
English
Production
Clean, edited audio
Typical length
50 to 80 minutes

Audience

Commercial intent25/100
Comments asking for links, prices or where to buy
Sentiment70/100
Estimated from titles, descriptions and engagement
Est. downloads per episode20k–80k
Estimated, confidence 60%: About 3,339 Apple ratings places the show in the 1,000 to 5,000 band, and the show is more than two years old with weekly cadence, a Libsyn host, and top Podcast Index popularity (9).
Audience asks abouthow people get drawn into cultswhat daily life inside a cult is likehow survivors leave and recover
Age
20%18-24
35%25-34
25%35-44
20%45+
Gender
50%women
50%men
Countries
🇺🇸 United States60%
🇨🇦 Canada10%
🇬🇧 United Kingdom10%
🇦🇺 Australia5%
LanguagesEnglish 100%

Commercial

0%of the last 20 episodes had a sponsor
None seenno sponsor mentions in the last 20 episodes
Brands seen
None yet
Categories promoted
None yet
Affiliate links
No

No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the show has no funding links or Patreon listed.

Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability

Profanityhigh
Adultmedium
Drugslow
Violencemedium
Politicslow

The feed is flagged explicit, and titles reference sexual and abusive content, such as "Children of God PT1: Sex Cult Math" and "OneTaste: Empire of Orgasm".

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

Benchmark score: 91 / 100

Public rule, same for everyone. How it works.

Consistency Latest episode within the usual cadence50 / 50
Activity Episodes in the last 90 days, weekly is full marks21 / 30
Reach Estimated downloads per episode, 20k is full marks20 / 20

Recent episodes

Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 7 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.

Hosted by Tyler Measom and Liz Iacuzzi, Was I In A Cult? is a documentary-style podcast showcasing individuals who have been in, and most importantly, successfully left a cult. Told first-hand by the experiencer themself, these are raw, riveting and inspirational tales of what it means to be a survivor. Using levity and info-tainment, the show humanizes the cultic experience and may leave some of…
Was I in a Cult?'s own show description from the podcast feed

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About Was I in a Cult?

Was I in a Cult? is a documentary-style podcast hosted by Tyler Measom and Liz Iacuzzi, according to the show's feed and website. Each episode features a survivor telling their own story of leaving a cult, with a mix of humor and information. The show has 169 episodes released weekly, typically 50 to 80 minutes long.

The show holds a 4.5 average rating from 3,339 ratings on Apple Podcasts. Its estimated audience is roughly 20,000 to 80,000 downloads per episode, skewing toward adults aged 25 to 44 in the United States, with these figures estimated rather than published by the show. The feed is flagged explicit, which matters for brand fit.

No sponsors were seen in the feed, and the show has no funding links. Based on estimated reach, a host-read mid-roll would be priced at roughly $360 to $2,000 per episode, which suits brands in education, wellness, and entertainment seeking a dedicated true crime audience. Sponsorship contact details are available on Starbooked.

Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Was I in a Cult? can edit or remove this page at any time.

Questions about Was I in a Cult?

How much does Was I in a Cult? charge for a podcast sponsorship?

Based on estimated downloads of 20,000 to 80,000 per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at roughly $360 to $2,000 per episode. Rates are estimates, not published by the show.

What is Was I in a Cult? about?

It is a documentary-style podcast hosted by Tyler Measom and Liz Iacuzzi, where survivors tell first-hand stories of leaving cults, blending humor with information.

How do I contact Was I in a Cult? 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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