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Weird Medicine: The Podcast

Hosted by Steve

Weird Medicine: The Podcast, hosted by Dr. Steve and published by Studio71, is a comedic health show that answers unusual medical questions with uncensored, explicit humor. It has 368 episodes, a roughly weekly cadence and a median length of about 43 minutes. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode (estimated), with a host-read rate of $90 to $625 per episode.

Why brands sponsor Weird Medicine: The Podcast

Uncensored medical comedy with a 16-year radio legacy and loyal Apple listeners

  • 753 Apple ratings with a 4.8 average suggest a dedicated, engaged listener base.
  • Weekly episodes of roughly 43 minutes give a host-read spot room to breathe.
  • Backed by Studio71 and a SiriusXM radio history since 2007.
Best forBrands targeting adults 25 to 44 with a health or wellness angleCampaigns seeking a bold, irreverent voice
Watch forExplicit language makes it unsuitable for family-oriented or conservative health brands.

Brand fit report

Content

Topics, IAB taxonomy
Health & Fitness60%
Comedy35%
Science5%
Formats
co-hosted banter, listener questions, topic deep dive
Tone
irreverent, explicit
Language
English
Production
Clean, edited audio
Typical length
35 to 50 minutes

Audience

Commercial intent25/100
Comments asking for links, prices or where to buy
Sentiment85/100
Estimated from titles, descriptions and engagement
Est. downloads per episode5k–25k
Estimated, confidence 60%: 753 Apple ratings (50 to 200 band shifted up for a show over five years old, into 200 to 1,000 range mapping), 368 episodes, Megaphone hosting, Podcast Index popularity 9, and a SiriusXM radio legacy since 2007.
Audience asks aboutCan strange medical conditions really happen?What do doctors actually think about common health myths?Is this health advice reliable?
Age
20%18-24
35%25-34
25%35-44
20%45+
Gender
35%women
65%men
Countries
🇺🇸 United States85%
🇨🇦 Canada5%
🇬🇧 United Kingdom5%
🇦🇺 Australia5%
LanguagesEnglish 100%

Commercial

0%of the last 20 episodes had a sponsor
None seenno sponsor mentions in the last 20 episodes
Brands seen
Studio71
Categories promoted
None yet
Affiliate links
No

The description lists advertising opportunities via PodcastPartnerships@Studio71us.com, but no sponsor mentions appear in the last 20 episode titles.

Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability

Profanityhigh
Adulthigh
Drugsmedium
Violencelow
Politicslow

The feed carries an explicit flag and the description warns of extreme language, e.g. episode 643 'LSDeez Nutz' and episode 651 'Y'all are Gross AF'.

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: 17 / 100

Public rule, same for everyone. How it works.

Consistency Latest episode within the usual cadence0 / 50
Activity Episodes in the last 90 days, weekly is full marks2 / 30
Reach Estimated downloads per episode, 20k is full marks15 / 20

Recent episodes

Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 77 days ago, a new one about every 11 days.

Since 2007, Weird Medicine has been "the first and still only uncensored medical show in broadcast radio history" on SiriusXM. Now, the same crew that continues to shock, horrify, entertain and inform the satellite airwaves is producing a weekly podcast! This is a medical show for people who would never listen to a medical show on the internet (or anywhere else). If you have a question you'd like…
Weird Medicine: The Podcast's own show description from the podcast feed

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About Weird Medicine: The Podcast

Weird Medicine: The Podcast is a weekly comedy show about strange and unusual medical topics, produced by Studio71 and hosted under the name Dr. Steve. The feed lists 368 episodes with a median length of about 43 minutes, and the show has aired on SiriusXM since 2007. Its episode titles cover conditions, myths and listener calls delivered in an explicit, irreverent style.

The show is rated 4.8 on Apple Podcasts from 753 ratings, according to the Apple listing. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, based on those ratings and the show's age and platform. The audience is likely adults in the United States, with a leaning toward men, though these are estimates rather than published data.

No sponsors appear in the recent feed, and advertising inquiries are routed through Studio71. Host-read placements are estimated at $90 to $625 per episode, and the show suits brands comfortable with explicit content.

Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Weird Medicine: The Podcast can edit or remove this page at any time.

Questions about Weird Medicine: The Podcast

How much does Weird Medicine: The Podcast charge for a podcast sponsorship?

Estimated host-read mid-roll rates are about $90 to $625 per episode, based on an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode. Final pricing depends on the advertiser and the placement.

What is Weird Medicine: The Podcast about?

It is a comedic health show that answers unusual medical questions and covers strange conditions and myths in an uncensored, explicit style. It has 368 episodes and typically runs about 43 minutes.

How do I contact Weird Medicine: The Podcast about sponsoring an episode?

The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked through Starbooked.