Weird Studies, hosted by Phil Ford and J. F. Martel, is a conversation show on art and philosophy, covering films, books and ideas the hosts call weird. The feed lists 243 episodes, released biweekly, with a median length of about 83 minutes. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 15,000 per episode (estimate), with a rate of $90 to $380 per episode for a host-read mid-roll.
A 243-episode art and philosophy show with a loyal, highly rated audience
- 632 Apple ratings with a 4.8 average, most of them five stars.
- Two academic hosts give long, unhurried conversations of about 80 minutes.
- Biweekly releases since 2018 give a steady, long-running presence.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted conversation, guest interview, live recording, bonus reading
- Tone
- erudite, playful
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 75 to 90 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- Yes
Patreon and a WS Music page are linked from the website, and the funding_links field is empty.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Episode 215 covers Ridley Scott's Alien and episode 211 covers Kubrick's The Shining, both horror films; the feed carries explicit=1.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.weirdstudies.com |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1343819177 |
| RSS feed | feeds.megaphone.fm/IMP7332460748 |
Benchmark score: 76 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Episode 220: The Dream of a Ridiculous Man: Live at the Dream Mapping | 2026-10-07 | 1 h 55 min |
| Episode 219 – Composing the Cosmos, with Meredith Rigby | 2026-09-23 | 1 h 25 min |
| Episode 218 — A Mighty Matter of Legend: On J.R.R. Tolkien's 'The Two | 2026-09-09 | 1 h 15 min |
| Mid-Hiatus Bonus: A Door in the Fourth Wall | 2026-08-26 | 45 min |
| Episode 217 – Books, Spirits, and Hysteria, with Asti Hustvedt | 2026-08-05 | 1 h 18 min |
| Episode 216 – Artworks Are People Too | 2026-07-22 | 1 h 34 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 12 days ago, a new one about every 14 days.
Professor Phil Ford and writer J. F. Martel host a series of conversations on art and philosophy, dwelling on ideas that are hard to think and art that opens up rifts in what we are pleased to call "reality." SpectreVision Radio is a bespoke podcast network at the intersection between the arts and the uncanny, featuring a tapestry of shows exploring the anomalous, the luminous, and the numinous.…
About Weird Studies
Weird Studies is an art and philosophy podcast hosted by Phil Ford and J. F. Martel, according to the show's feed and website. Phil Ford is an associate professor of musicology at Indiana University Jacobs School of Music, and J. F. Martel is an author, screenwriter and film and TV director from Ottawa, per the website's hosts page. The show runs 243 episodes with a biweekly cadence, typically 75 to 90 minutes long.
Apple Podcasts lists the show with 632 ratings and a 4.8 average. Listener numbers are not published; our estimate is 5,000 to 15,000 downloads per episode, with the audience likely skewing towards academic, arts and philosophy readers. No sponsors were found in the last 20 episodes, and the show is funded through Patreon.
At an estimated rate of $18 to $25 per 1,000 downloads, a host-read mid-roll costs roughly $90 to $380 per episode. The show suits independent publishers, arts organisations and cultural brands seeking a thoughtful audience.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Weird Studies can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Weird Studies
How much does Weird Studies charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 5,000 to 15,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll is roughly $90 to $380. Rates are estimates, not a published price list, so confirm the figure with the show.
What is Weird Studies about?
Weird Studies is a conversation podcast on art and philosophy hosted by Phil Ford and J. F. Martel. Episodes discuss films, novels, music and ideas that resist easy explanation.
How do I contact Weird Studies 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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